The GSBS supports and encourages students to pursue internships and co-curricular experiences that align with their career goals. These opportunities can provide valuable professional development while complementing students’ academic training. The School deeply values the role of mentors in creating space for these experiences, and we appreciate their thoughtful collaboration in helping students integrate internships into their training plans to ensure both scientific productivity and career growth.
Internships and training opportunities in both academic and industry settings are regularly shared through the GSBS Weekly Newsletter and the Office of Student Success LinkedIn page. Students are also encouraged to consider enrolling in a practicum course through their program to complement and receive credit for their internship experience.
Before applying to an internship or co-curricular experience, students should speak with their mentor to discuss their interests and availability.
GSBS students have recently completed internships and co-curricular experiences with organizations such as Mount Sinai, The Jackson Laboratory, Scorpius Biomanufacturing, and the UT Health San Antonio Office of Technology and Commercialization, among others.
National data underscore the value of internships in graduate education:
According to the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), internship experience is the most influential factor employers consider when choosing between two equally qualified candidates (NACE, 2023).
A 2023 study by the Council of Graduate Schools (CGS) found that graduate students who participated in internships were significantly more likely to secure employment aligned with their career goals within six months of graduation (CGS, 2023 Career Pathways Report).
Internships also enhance key competencies such as communication, project management, and interdisciplinary collaboration—skills consistently ranked among the most critical by both academic and industry employers (NACE, 2024).
