Career & Internship Resources for Students/Graduates

The CUNY Inclusive Economy (CIE) Program helps Human Biology students explore career options, supports their professional development, and assists them in securing paid internships and employment opportunities in the healthcare sector.

This program is intended for students who can commit to attending career workshops, advising appointments, and employer events each semester, and to pursuing internships or jobs in their desired field.

Program Benefits include: 

• Personalized Guidance: Receive tailored one-on-one support from your dedicated Human Biology Academic and Career Advisor.

• Career Exploration: Discover the diverse career pathways for Human Biology majors with our 6 Career Communities and establish goals.

• Certificate of Achievement: Earn the Professional Advancement to Healthcare (PATH) Certificate and digital badges!

• Customized Learning: Select courses and skill-building activities to prepare for internships and future jobs.

• Career Preparation: Access targeted workshops, online guides, and appointments to develop a healthcare resume, cover letter, interviewing techniques, and job/internship search strategies.

• Employment Opportunities: Gain access to exclusive internships and jobs, employer networking events, and a weekly newsletter from the Industry Employment Specialist.

• Program Rewards: Multiple rewards and prizes for program participation. 

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Overview: 

The Northeast Regional Alliance (NERA) MedPrep HCOP Academy Program is a partnership between Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai's Center for Multicultural and Community Affairs, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, Manhattan-Staten Island Area Health Education Center. 

The Program uniquely builds on the collective expertise of four outstanding institutions to expand health careers preparation for economically and/or educationally disadvantaged students from junior high school through medical school with the goal of increasing competitiveness for medical school.  Ultimately, we expect that our scholars will have the humanism, professionalism and interpersonal skills required of a future physician caring for a diverse population.

The Northeast Regional Alliance (NERA) MedPrep HCOP Academy is a free summer enrichment program for economically and/or educationally disadvantaged college students interested in the medical field.

The program is open to New York City and New Jersey resident college freshmen and sophomores interested in attending medical school. MedPrep is a 3 year summer commitment designed to give students an opportunity to develop key skills and competencies that are important to success on the road to medical school.

• Participate in programs at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons and Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

• Stipend support

• No Application Fee

• MCAT Prep

• Clinical and Research Experience

• Academic Counseling and Mentoring

• Cultural Competency Education  

Eligibility:

• be a resident of one of the 5 (five) boroughs of New York City, Long Island or Westchester county or a resident of New Jersey and a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident.  This is a non-residential program.  (Please keep in mind the classes will start as early as 8:00 am.)

• be a college freshman or sophomore

• be in good academic standing

• have completed college chemistry (I, II or both) and English composition (I, II or both) (only New Jersey residents)

Application requirements: 

• Personal statement 

• 2 letters of recommendation 

• Current official transcript 

Deadline: MARCH 1ST

Application

The Hunter Career Center provides students with websites that allow them to start planning their future. Learn how to effectively organize yourself before you start your job search. Research various fields and careers to find out what you would like to pursue upon graduation.

Hunter Career Center 

Programs and professional development resources for current and prospective undergraduate students -- research experiences for undergraduates (REU), scholarships, and travel and research opportunities.

STEM Programs

• Browse 600+ different Summer research experiences for undergraduates (REU) and paid internships

• Portable college scholarships

• Programs that encourage community college applicants

• Post-Baccaluareate programs for recent graduates

• Short term opportunities (travel scholarships, summer institutes, etc.)

Pathways to Science

Hunter’s virtual career fairs will give you the opportunity to video chat with various companies from many fields such as Business & Tech, Education, Public Affairs, Social Services, Healthcare and more! All Hunter College students and alumni are invited to attend!

Career Events are happening consistently throughout the semester. Check the Career Center events page frequently for opportunities.

Career Fairs

Career Events

A resume and cover letter is the first step of an internship or job search. See links for resume/cover letter guides and writing tips to help you get started. 

Hunter Career Center

Harvard Resume/Cover Letter Guidelines

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Quinncia, a career preparation platform that can help you get instant feedback and polish your resume, make your resume ATS compliant and improve your interview skills and storytelling.

These links will provide tips and specific examples so that you can prepare for the interview. The biggest mistake you can make is not to prepare or practice beforehand. When you are ready, make an appointment to see a career counselor at the Career Center for a “mock interview”.

Hunter Career Center

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Common Interview Questions/How to Answer Them