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BIOLOGY RELATED LINKS
SMCM Biology Department Website
GENERAL RESOURCES
American Institute of Biological Sciences
A nonprofit association that is dedicated to advancing biological research and education for the welfare of society.
National Science Foundation
The goal of this foundation is to fund research in academic areas, as well as in other significant collaborations and projects in the sciences. Along with this, they work to keep scientific studies updated and those involved in them well-informed on new developments.
Ecological Society of America
The objective of this society is to bring together ecologists in applying ecological principles to the solution of environmental problems and informing others of current research through journals.
OCCUPATION/ MAJOR EXPLORATION
American Institute of Biological Sciences: Careers in the Biological Sciences
For those looking into becoming Biology majors, this site offers links to in-depth information about what this discipline entails. Answers are given to questions such as What do biologists do?, How can I prepare for a career in biology?, What is the job outlook for the future?, etc.
ESU: Careers in Biology
Contains a list of links that lead to information on the different fields of Biology and the careers that can be obtained from specializing in each. The links that are provided fall under these categories: Molecular and Cellular Biology (Health-Related Careers), Organismal or Field Biology, and Places to Look for specific jobs.
KSU: What can I do with a major in…?
Provides viewers with a list of careers that Biology majors can obtain and information on each profession, such as qualifications, responsibilities and salary.
The Society for Integrative & Comparative Biology: Career Information
This site is valuable to those curious about the different interests and careers in Biology. Career information is offered under categories such as: Animal Behavior, Comparative Endocrinology, Invertebrate Zoology, Systematic and Evolutionary Biology, etc.
U of A: What can I do with this degree?
Offers information on the careers that can be obtained by an individual with a degree in Biological Sciences, along with a list of employers and strategies for being competitive.
GRADUATE STUDY
American College of Microbiology
Provides students with information and resources on higher education in Microbiology.
EverythingBio
Offers information on what graduate study in Biology entails.
EMPLOYMENT/ INTERNSHIP RESOURCES
BiologyJobs.Com
Contains a job search that allows viewers to find positions under categories such as: Agriculture, Anatomy/Physiology, Bioinformatics/Biotechnology, Botany, Cell Biology, Conservation, Ecology and many more.
Biotechcrossing: Biology Jobs
This site digs deep to find job openings for those seeking a biology career, emphasizing that it finds positions from every online and printed source they can find. A description is provided on the types of jobs biology majors can obtain and viewers can search through jobs under categories such as Clinical Research, Dental, Environmental, etc.
hireBio: Biotech Jobs, Learning Resources, Career Tools
Offers a variety of resources to Biology majors seeking a career. A strong job search is provided, allowing viewers to find jobs by region and specialty.
List of Summer Internships in Biology
Information on summer internships that focus on Biology.
List of Science-Related Internships in DC (federal and otherwise)
Information about summer internship programs in Washington DC as well as direct links to internship opportunities in the Sciences in the DC area.
List of Summer Internships in Biology
Information on summer internships that focus on Biology.
List of internships in health care, government, and the environment
Companies, federal research labs, and organizations that offer internships focused on health care, government, and the environment.
American Association of Botanical Gardens and Arboreta Internship Directory
Internships associated with the American Association of Botanical Gardens and Arboreta.
MedZilla.com: Search Open Positions
Provides a job search to those seeking a career related to Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical, Healthcare and Science.
Oak Ridge Associated Universities
ORAU administers a number of fellowships, internships, and research programs that are open to students (click above) from all institutions, as well as to recent graduates (click here). Science, technology, and math students might also want to check out the programs administered by the American Society for Engineering Education.
REU: NSF Research Experiences for Undergraduates
REU provides the opportunity for undergraduate students to participate in active research in the sciences and social sciences. The REU website allows students to search for individual sites by area and location.
SURF: NIST Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship
The National Institute of Standards and Technology and the National Science Foundation have partnered to sponsor research opportunities for undergraduate students interested in pursuing careers as scientists and engineers. Interested students must work with their department chair, the CDC, and Associate Provost Linda Coughlin on an institutional application.
Tinytechjobs: Job Search
This site can be useful to biology majors seeking a job, offering a strong job search and many other valuable resources.
Association for Women in Science
Our highly competitive internship program is intended to introduce bright, innovative undergraduate and graduate students to the policymaking process and encourage them to become active and effective participants in public affairs.
Ornithological Societies of North America
List of available ornithological jobs in the US.
Texas A&M University Job Board
List of available biology-related jobs in North,Central and South America.
Animal Behavior Society
List of available field research assistant positions.
NIH Post-Bachelor Program
Provides opportunities for recent college graduates to spend a year engaged in biomedical research at the NIH.
Chesapeake Bay Foundation
Careers and internship opportunities at the Foundation.
Johns Hopkins Medicine
Finding jobs and employment at Johns Hopkins University and Hospital.
Microbiology Careers
A job listing for students who are interested in microbiology
*Bio majors are also encouraged to join the biology department listserve, which distributes relevant internship announcements as they are received. Ask any biology faculty member for details!
The resources provided on this page are intended for informational purposes only. They do not reflect any association with or endorsement by SMCM or the CDC.
