Biotech, Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences

The biotech, pharmaceutical, and life science industries are booming–especially in Connecticut! Explore all the opportunities and resources here to help you get started on the right path to a fulfilling career.

Academic Connections

Students interested in a career in these fields might be interested in courses, majors, or minors in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, environmental science, environmental studies, and sustainability.

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April

Apr 30

Exact Sciences Virtual Meet and Greet - LinkedIn Tips from Recruiters

Tue, Apr 30 at 1pm - 1:30pm

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U.S. EPA Region 8, 9, and 10 Federal Careers Virtual Workshop

Wed, May 15 at 12pm - 1:30pm

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U.S. EPA Region 8, 9, and 10 Federal Careers Virtual Workshop

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U.S. EPA Region 8, 9, and 10 Federal Careers Virtual Workshop

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Sep 18

U.S. EPA Region 8, 9, and 10 Federal Careers Virtual Workshop

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Featured Resources

Life Science SprintsShare This: Share Life Science Sprints on FacebookShare Life Science Sprints on LinkedInShare Life Science Sprints on X
Connecticut bioscience companies have come together to launch the SPRINT (Student Program to Ready Interns for …

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BioCT is the bioscience industry voice for the state of Connecticut.  BioCT is dedicated to growing the vibrant bioscience ecosystem …

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Showcase your skills. Find your career fit. Bite-sized 5-6 hour virtual work experience programs that give students a genuine career …

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Experiential Learning in Biology: OverviewShare This: Share Experiential Learning in Biology: Overview on FacebookShare Experiential Learning in Biology: Overview on LinkedInShare Experiential Learning in Biology: Overview on X
Are you interested in getting involved in research, shadowing a professional, or pursuing an internship, volunteer, or service opportunity related …

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College of Arts & Sciences Student Research and Experiential Learning GrantsShare This: Share College of Arts & Sciences Student Research and Experiential Learning Grants on FacebookShare College of Arts & Sciences Student Research and Experiential Learning Grants on LinkedInShare College of Arts & Sciences Student Research and Experiential Learning Grants on X
WHAT ARE GRANTS-IN-AID AND WHAT DO THEY COVER?
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STEM Graduate Fellowships and Postdoc OpportunitiesShare This: Share STEM Graduate Fellowships and Postdoc Opportunities on FacebookShare STEM Graduate Fellowships and Postdoc Opportunities on LinkedInShare STEM Graduate Fellowships and Postdoc Opportunities on X
The mission of the Institute for Broadening Participation is to increase diversity in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) …

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Experiential Learning Opportunities

						
									Connecticut Invasive Species Outreach Specialist (Research Assistant 1)								
							
									CONSIDERING A CAREER IN HEALTHCARE?								
							
									Natural Resources Technician @ Regional Water Authority								
							
									Student Trainee (Bureau of Land Management)								
							
									Environmental Engineer, Geologist and Field Technician Interns								
							
									SOUTHWEST CONSERVATION DISTRICT Internship- Bacteria Analytical Lab Assistant

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Micro-Internships (Parker Dewey)Share This: Share Micro-Internships (Parker Dewey) on FacebookShare Micro-Internships (Parker Dewey) on LinkedInShare Micro-Internships (Parker Dewey) on X
Quinnipiac University has launched an opportunity for students and recent grads to provide immediate help on professional tasks. Learn how …

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Showcase your skills. Find your career fit. Bite-sized 5-6 hour virtual work experience programs that give students a genuine career …

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Project Management TrainingShare This: Share Project Management Training on FacebookShare Project Management Training on LinkedInShare Project Management Training on X
Project Manager may not be your job title. But you’ll still be asked to manage projects throughout your career. KICKOFF …

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Inbound Sales Course: Get Certified in Inbound SalesShare This: Share Inbound Sales Course: Get Certified in Inbound Sales on FacebookShare Inbound Sales Course: Get Certified in Inbound Sales on LinkedInShare Inbound Sales Course: Get Certified in Inbound Sales on X
Learn how to identify new prospects, connect with them, explore their needs, and advise them on a path forward.

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Sales Management Training: Certification for Developing a Successful Modern Sales TeamShare This: Share Sales Management Training: Certification for Developing a Successful Modern Sales Team on FacebookShare Sales Management Training: Certification for Developing a Successful Modern Sales Team on LinkedInShare Sales Management Training: Certification for Developing a Successful Modern Sales Team on X
Most sales manager are former salespeople who have been promoted. They know how to sell but often don’t know how …

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Recommended Podcasts & Books

The Brain That Changes Itself: Stories of Personal Triumph from the Frontiers of Nueroscience by Norman DoidgeShare This: Share The Brain That Changes Itself: Stories of Personal Triumph from the Frontiers of Nueroscience by Norman Doidge on FacebookShare The Brain That Changes Itself: Stories of Personal Triumph from the Frontiers of Nueroscience by Norman Doidge on LinkedInShare The Brain That Changes Itself: Stories of Personal Triumph from the Frontiers of Nueroscience by Norman Doidge on X
An astonishing new science called “neuroplasticity” is overthrowing the centuries-old notion that the human brain is immutable. In this revolutionary …

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Elegance in Science: The Beauty of Simplicity by Ian GlynnShare This: Share Elegance in Science: The Beauty of Simplicity by Ian Glynn on FacebookShare Elegance in Science: The Beauty of Simplicity by Ian Glynn on LinkedInShare Elegance in Science: The Beauty of Simplicity by Ian Glynn on X
Glynn draws on a wide range of examples that demonstrate the elegance of science, from Pythagoras’ theorem and Archimedes’ proof …

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The Pharmagellan Guide to Analyzing Biotech Clinical Trials by Frank S. DavidShare This: Share The Pharmagellan Guide to Analyzing Biotech Clinical Trials by Frank S. David on FacebookShare The Pharmagellan Guide to Analyzing Biotech Clinical Trials by Frank S. David on LinkedInShare The Pharmagellan Guide to Analyzing Biotech Clinical Trials by Frank S. David on X
The Pharmagellan Guide to Analyzing Biotech Clinical Trials is a comprehensive primer to help non-experts evaluate clinical studies of new therapies.
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Featured Classes

BIO 215: Environmental Biotechnology

Taught by Dr. Jasvinder Dhillon

This course focuses on foundational components of biotechnology, with an emphasis on microbial ecology, microbial metabolism and the importance of…

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New Class Spring 2024: ENV 225: Water and Human Health

Taught by Dr. McGinnis

Water is a natural resource that is vital for human survival and health, although only a tiny fraction of the…

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Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
FDA Machine Learning Precision Medicine Fellowship
Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education

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Student Organizations

Biomedical Sciences Club

Behavioral Neuroscience Club

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Student Spotlights

Fundamentals of Human Language

Hungary Fulbright Commissioner

PHY105/PHY105L – Physics of Music

Hands of Hope – Service Opportunity

American Sign Language 101 & 102

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Professional Associations

						
								American Association of Physics Teachers															
					
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								American Physical Society															
					
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								The Society for Clinical Neuropsychology															
					
								The Society for Neuroscience

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Connect to Alumni Mentors in Your Industry

Upcoming Events

News & Advice

Transfer to Nursing Info Sessions

Fundamentals of Human Language

Hungary Fulbright Commissioner

QUIP-RS Summer 2023 Announcement – Paid Summer Research Fellowships for Undergraduates

PHY105/PHY105L – Physics of Music

Featured Resources

Experiential Learning Opportunities

Connecticut Invasive Species Outreach Specialist (Research Assistant 1)

CONSIDERING A CAREER IN HEALTHCARE?

Natural Resources Technician @ Regional Water Authority

Student Trainee (Bureau of Land Management)

Environmental Engineer, Geologist and Field Technician Interns

SOUTHWEST CONSERVATION DISTRICT Internship- Bacteria Analytical Lab Assistant

Build Your Skills

Recommended Podcasts & Books

Featured Classes

BIO 215: Environmental Biotechnology

New Class Spring 2024: ENV 225: Water and Human Health

Videos

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Life Science

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How to get a job in Big Pharma

Pharmaceautical overviews

What Can You Do With Your Biology Degree?

Featured Jobs & Internships

Student Organizations

Biomedical Sciences Club

Behavioral Neuroscience Club

Student Spotlights

Fundamentals of Human Language

Hungary Fulbright Commissioner

PHY105/PHY105L – Physics of Music

Hands of Hope – Service Opportunity

American Sign Language 101 & 102

Professional Associations

American Association of Physics Teachers

American Astronomical Society

American Physical Society

Sigma Xi

The Society for Clinical Neuropsychology

The Society for Neuroscience