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Information to help you transition and succeed in your new role

Welcome to NIH! We are excited that you are joining us and look forward to meeting you.

Transitions are exciting and challenging, especially when you are relocating to a new state or new country. We hope the information provided here smooths your transition and minimizes the challenges you face. We recommend that you read the applicable handbook as you begin: Summer handbook for summer interns, Postbac handbook for recent college graduates, Advanced trainee handbook for graduate students and postdocs

Note policies applicable to visiting fellows (international trainees), which are collected by the NIH Division of International Services (DIS). They provide critical information as you secure your visa and begin the onboarding process at NIH.