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What kind of research and or internship opportunities are open for Biology Premedical majors?
I’m a high school senior from Massachusetts moving to Tallahassee Florida to attend FAMU for college. Although there are many resources on campus, I’m wondering what the major means more over for research opportunities as well as internships and eventually working.
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Hi Madison, love the great questions and to see you're thinking ahead. As a Biology Premedical major at FAMU (or any school), you’re setting yourself up with a strong foundation for research and healthcare-focused internships. So let me just clear it out for you.
What does the major mean? It means you'll be expected to handle tough coursework (think chemistry, biology, physics, and labs) while also building a resume for med school or the healthcare field. Premed is not a guaranteed path to medical school — it’s the groundwork. What sets you apart is what you do alongside that coursework.
What kind of research opportunities can you expect? Well, there is plenty you can.
On-campus labs: FAMU has biomedical and public health research labs. These often look for undergrads to help with data collection, analysis, or even hands-on lab techniques.
Oh and since you're in Tallahassee, don’t ignore Florida State University right nearby. They may offer summer research programs open to students from other colleges.
Summer research programs (nationwide): As early as freshman year, you can apply to paid summer opportunities like:
NIH Summer Internship Program
NSF REUs (Research Experiences for Undergraduates
SHPEP (Summer Health Professions Education Program)
About Internship or clinical experience...
Hospitals and clinics: Look into Tallahassee Memorial or local community health centers. Even basic volunteering or shadowing can grow into clinical internships.
Health-related nonprofits: Organizations that focus on public health, youth health, or medical education often need interns.
FAMU Health/Pre-Health clubs: Join early — they’ll plug you into opportunities faster than trying to figure it all out alone.
Remember the real doubt to face is that, Premed is competitive indeed. A lot of people start, fewer finish. Some lose motivation when they don’t get into research early or can’t find internships. But those who ask early like you are, show up consistently, and build relationships with every angle including with professors usually find their way.
You've already done the first right thing, which is sking the question. Now start the action Madison, and know you got us here if you need anything at all.
Email 2–3 professors at FAMU biology or biomedical science departments—introduce yourself and ask if you can assist in their lab as a first-year.
Visit FAMU’s career center and ask specifically about premed internships and shadowing partners.
Make a LinkedIn and start following medical researchers, FAMU faculty, and healthcare student groups.
Keep a simple resume ready and update it every semester with any volunteering or research, no matter how small.
What does the major mean? It means you'll be expected to handle tough coursework (think chemistry, biology, physics, and labs) while also building a resume for med school or the healthcare field. Premed is not a guaranteed path to medical school — it’s the groundwork. What sets you apart is what you do alongside that coursework.
What kind of research opportunities can you expect? Well, there is plenty you can.
On-campus labs: FAMU has biomedical and public health research labs. These often look for undergrads to help with data collection, analysis, or even hands-on lab techniques.
Oh and since you're in Tallahassee, don’t ignore Florida State University right nearby. They may offer summer research programs open to students from other colleges.
Summer research programs (nationwide): As early as freshman year, you can apply to paid summer opportunities like:
NIH Summer Internship Program
NSF REUs (Research Experiences for Undergraduates
SHPEP (Summer Health Professions Education Program)
About Internship or clinical experience...
Hospitals and clinics: Look into Tallahassee Memorial or local community health centers. Even basic volunteering or shadowing can grow into clinical internships.
Health-related nonprofits: Organizations that focus on public health, youth health, or medical education often need interns.
FAMU Health/Pre-Health clubs: Join early — they’ll plug you into opportunities faster than trying to figure it all out alone.
Remember the real doubt to face is that, Premed is competitive indeed. A lot of people start, fewer finish. Some lose motivation when they don’t get into research early or can’t find internships. But those who ask early like you are, show up consistently, and build relationships with every angle including with professors usually find their way.
You've already done the first right thing, which is sking the question. Now start the action Madison, and know you got us here if you need anything at all.
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