Career questions tagged labexperience
How could I get along with my professors so I can have a choice for getting a research position?
I'm an upcoming first year student and I'm planning to take the Pre-Med route
What is the best way to get involved in clinical research straight from undergrad?
I'm currently a junior neuroscience major and working in a research lab on campus. I want to be involved in research (hopefully clinical) in some way immediately post undergrad and I am curious about the best way to go about that.
What is the easiest way to market yourself as a researcher and find academic connections for the future?
I'm a high school senior who has one research paper currently being published and has worked in a psychology lab on Vanderbilt University's campus.
How did you gain experience throughout college, clubs; internships; research, in order to have skills and helpful experience for internships and jobs?
I am a first-year in college looking to develop the necessary skills to prepare for internships in the clinical research and pharmaceutical industry. #Spring26
How do I get involved in clinical research as an undergraduate?
I think I've found my dream job– maybe. For the past while I've been fixated on the role of a clinical research associate. This position appeals to me for a variety of reasons, such as the strong requirement for travel (which I love). The main issue is that I feel underprepared and don't know as much as I would like to about the clinical research community– most online CRA personalities I've found fixate more on the lifestyle aspect rather than the work itself. I am currently a first-year undergraduate pursuing a degree in biology, and would greatly appreciate any resources or suggested opportunities to gain a better understanding of this field. I know there are a variety of roles within clinical research, so I would also appreciate if anyone can suggest any similar jobs I might look into. Thank you!
how to cold email for research opportunities?
Hi! I'm currently a sophomore and 15 years old. I want to start cold emailing for research opportunities, but I'm not sure where to begin. Should I email a professor or a graduate student and ask if they know of any professors who have openings? I saw someone recommend that approach. Do you have any tips or a template I could use? I don't have any impressive extracurricular activities or experience, but I am interested in pre-med. Please help!!
What job can a 16 year old in college in Mesa, Arizona have that can help them gain lab-related work when they’re not in a science degree?
I’m 16 years old and attend MCC and my current degree is in Communications, and I’m graduating next semester, and afterwards I want to study biology or something that involves being in a lab. I’ve been wanting to start gaining experience now before I make this decision when I graduate. Does anyone know any good internships or jobs that a teen can do to gain experience in Mesa, Arizona?
How can an undergraduate in Biomedical Engineering build a strong research trajectory early on, and what mistakes should I avoid / opportunities should I seek as I prepare for a career in biomedical R&D?
I am a third year Biomedical engineering undergraduate, studying at the University of Texas at San Antonio. I have two more years remaining in my program before I graduate. I currently volunteer in a cardiac device innovation lab, assisting graduate students in research regarding imaging of coronary arteries. Eventually I hope to be involved in medical device innovation. What steps should I take now to become a competitive researcher?
How can I get connected with local or online internships in biological research?
I am a high school senior in Portland, Oregon, and interested in pursuing a career in biological research. I would love to find opportunities to explore this field through laboratory internships or jobs during Summer 2026. I am open to local or online experiences.
What are realistic ways a high school student can get experience in a career they’re curious about?
Im a senior in high school and I'm interested in biology and anatomy.
How do I participate in undergraduate research at a 4-year university?
Hi! I'm currently a high school senior, looking to pursue a degree in Biochemistry. I would love to also partake in cancer research while attending college to help those in need. #FALL25
What are chemistry internships looking for if you don't have any experience in a lab to offer?
I'm applying for internships for the first time, but this will be the first of my actual lab experience (outside of required course material). How do I work with the experience I do have, and what experience would be most valuable?
I'm doing BS biotechnology 3 semesters are completed with 3.1 CGPA. I'm searching for internship related to my degree. I can do all the practicals that were in my courses?
I can do PCR, DNA extraction, gel electrophoresis, solution preparation and culture growth and also microscopy.
How do PhD admission officers think about an undergraduate who worked in two research labs simultaneously?
I am currently a rising sophomore who started in a genetics lab in March. I found a really interesting opportunity to work in a biomedical engineering lab, and their position description requires me to learn many software skills which will be helpful for my bioinformatics track. Assuming I can handle the workload, would adding a second lab strengthen my PhD application? Or might it raise concerns about my ability to commit deeply to one research lab?
When applying to a research school, what would be best to highlight throughout my college application?
I am currently a high school junior, I will go to college to study Chemical Engineering. I understand research is important to highlight, but other than that, what would show schools like MIT, GA Tech, and Cal Tech that I am prepared to attend their institution? #college #engineering #chemistry #chemical-engineering #college-applications #application
Internship in the Science Field
I am a high school senior that is strongly interested in science. Summer is coming up and I was wondering where can I find internship related to medical field. I am interested in anything from doing research, working in the lab, learning surgical techniques, forensic science, or science and technology combined. I am open to any type of science internship. Does anybody have connections or knows any opportunities? Thank you very much. #medicine #science #healthcare #technology #internships #criminal-justice #criminal
Are there any Forensic Sceince programs for High School Juniors/Seniors?
My name is Alize-Jazel and I am a Junior at Democracy Prep. I am very interested in having a career in Forensic science and maybe anthropology, but it it hard to find programs that sponsor that field of study. I also find it hard to find interships involving forensic science. what should i do? #science #forensic