<p>So from what I gather this seems to be the proper time to e-mail professrrs for summer research internships. My current "standard" e-mail draft looks something like this:</p>
<p>Dr. Whoever,
I'm a high-school student interested in the biological sciences, particularly [insert the professor's prime research sub-field here], and am currently enrolled in AP Statistics in addition to self-studying AP biology. I recently came across your posting on the university's internship page and the opportunity sounds interesting - would I be a plausible candidate for this position? Should the internship be unavailable, I would be entirely open to assisting in the lab on a volunteer-only basis.
Thanks for your time,
Me
(contact info)</p>
<p>So is this enough? Too casual? Too non-informative? I would list AP and SAT scores, but as a sophomore at a relatively sucky school, I'm lacking in that area (though I do have a strong PSAT score). This is my first time doing this, so any and all suggestions would be greatly appreciated :)</p>
<p>I like it. It sets a good tone-respectful but not desperate. I would not add in information about ECs or GPA. If the profs are interested in having you work with them they can ask about these later. And in reality, they only care about whether or not you will be a good addition to their lab. The most important things to show are that you are interested in their field, are mature, and would be low-maintenance to have around. Your letter gives this impression. The real issue will be whether the profs. are willing to take on someone so young. Most of these kinds of opportunities are directed at college or even grad. students. Unless these internships are specifically open to high school students you may be out of luck. But in any case I think you've written a very good introduction. Hopefully you'll get some positive responses!</p>