Health Careers Advising

Events and Opportunities

View events hosted by Health Careers Advising at Brown, and explore our curated selection of additional external events and opportunities including fellowships and internships.

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External Events

Events hosted by other organizations are listed for your information only and do not represent an endorsement by Brown or the Health Careers Advising office.

January 25, 2025 11:00 am - 12:30 pm: The Legacy of Freedom House: A Lesson in Perseverance, Resiliency and Determination

Brown’s Emergency Management for Student and Health Wellness will be hosting speaker John Moon a former Freedom House Medic and retired Assistant Chief of Pittsburgh EMS. Founded in 1967, Freedom House Ambulance Service was the first emergency medical service in the United States to be staffed by paramedics with medical training beyond basic first aid. Staffed entirely by African Americans, its purpose was to fill the gap in emergency medical services to the predominantly black Hill District of Pittsburgh. The paramedic training and ambulance design standards pioneered in the Freedom House Ambulance Service would set the standard for emergency care nationally and even internationally. This event will be in Solomon Center Room 001.

January 27, 2025 7:00-8:00 pm EST: Feinberg School of Medicine Virtual Admissions Info Session: The information session will include a presentation about FSM’s MD Program, our diversity & inclusion resources and programming, followed by a Q&A session with current MD students. You can register for this event here or view their flier for more details. 

January 28, 2025 (Multiple Dates): RI Pre-Dental Series: The Rhode Island Department of Health Oral Health Program, in cooperation with dentists from the Rhode Island Dental Association and pre-dental clubs at Brown University, Providence College, and University of Rhode Island, is sponsoring a series of five dental evenings this winter for pre-dental students! This program is free and open to any college student considering dentistry as a career. The full schedule can be found here.

January 28, 2025 (Multiple Dates): Veterinary College Application Services Webinars:

The Veterinary Medical College Application Service (VMCAS) will open tomorrow, Wednesday, January 22 for Fall 2026 enrollment. The American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges invites you to attend one of the following webinars and our in-person fair in Washington, DC. Gain a better understanding of VMCAS and updates for this cycle. Create an account on the AAVMC Learn platform and enroll in their VMCAS 2026 Hub to access future webinars and VMCAS resources, including tips and short videos.

February 3, 2025 7:00-8:00 pm EST: NYU Grossman School of Medicine Virtual Campus Visit: The NYU Grossman School of Medicine invites you to a virtual campus visit with Dean Rivera on Monday, February 3, 2025, from 7:00 PM-8:00 PM EST. This is a great opportunity to learn more about their programs, campus culture, and admissions process, as well as to ask any questions you may have about pursuing your medical education at NYU Grossman.  Register Here

March 8, 2025 ADEA GoDental Recruitment Event: National Harbor, MD

ADEA GoDental is an opportunity for students to speak directly with more than 70+ dental schools in one location. To learn more about the event and register, visit their website

Opportunities

Disclaimer: The listings here are provided as a benefit and a resource to students. Brown does not endorse or promote any particular third party entity’s program. The linked opportunities will take you to the third party provider’s website where you can obtain information about the specific program or opportunity. You can then determine on your own whether you are eligible and interested in applying or participating.

Posted 1/24

All Pre-Health Students: Global Health Experiencial Fellowship: Global Health Experiential Fellowship is a 5-week global health research opportunity with the opportunity to conduct global health research in collaboration with Ugandan master’s and bachelor’s students under Yale School of Medicine mentors Dr. Robert Rosenheck and Dr. Yang Jae Lee. This rigorous program has gained recognition as a gold-standard in global health education. Its impact is highlighted in a forthcoming paper under review in the Annals of Global Health, co-authored by global health leaders such as Dr. Brandon Kohrt, Dr. Robert Rohrbaugh, and Dr. Peter Waiswa. Over the past two years of the fellowship, over 80% of participating fellows have or will become co-authors of a peer-reviewed scientific article; some examples can be found here, here, and here. Fellows will develop transferable skills useful in all fields, but particularly in medicine, research, and public health. Here is the link to the syllabus, and you can learn more and apply at their website.

All Pre-Health Students: STEM For All Academy (SFAA) Volunteer Experience: SFAA is a 501 (c)(3) based in Boston whose mission is to provide after school STEM enrichment programs for all youth regardless of financial status. As the organization expands into Providence and the surrounding area they are seeking volunteer involvement from students. To learn more about their organization and how to become involved you can review their flier or their website.

Gap Year Opportunity: Clinical Research Coordinator with UCSF Department of Anesthesia in the AI Clinical Innovation Lab: This role is for graduating seniors or post-graduates with programming skills (particularly in Python), familiarity with clinical environments, and experience in machine learning and/or user interface development. This research project leverages AI to identify patients at high-risk for chronic post-surgical pain and improve treatment approaches. This position is a unique opportunity to work collaboratively with medical teams, gain meaningful research experience, and develop valuable clinical skills. This is a full-time, paid 12-month opportunity from July 2025-2026 with the possibility of extension. The experience is designed for pre-health students preparing for advanced careers at the intersection of healthcare and data science. To learn more and apply for this role, please use the following link: https://tiny.ucsf.edu/ucsfanesthesiacrctpsapplication. If this aligns with your interests and skill set, feel free to reach out to Dr. Andrew Bishara (andrew.bishara@uscf.edu) for more details.

Gap Year: Endoscopy Technician, EndoCentre at Quarterfield Station: EndoCentre at Quarterfield Station is working with CapYear to hire a full-time endoscopy technician for its Pikesville, MD clinic. Pre-health graduates are encouraged to apply. Visit their website for a full job description and to learn how to apply.

Gap Year: Clinical Research Coordinator, MGH Boston Shoulder Institute: Mass General Hospital Shoulder Institute is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator for a 1 year position. View their flier for a full job description and to learn how to apply.

Gap Year: Assistant Research Scientist/research Scientist 1 (Epidemiology) New York State Department of Health: The state of NY Department of Health has posted an available position. A full job description and specific details on how to apply can be found on their website.

3rd Year, 4th Year and Recent Grads: Pre-Medical Enrichment Program (PREP) Summer Program: PREP is  6-week intensive summer program that provides pre-med students with the means to strengthen their ability and readiness to study medicine. Full participation in the program allows participants to enhance their chances of being accepted into medical school and succeeding once there. For details on eligibility and to apply, visit their website. The deadline to apply is March 3, 2025.

Posted 1/16/25

Recent or Soon to be Graduates:2 year Research Coordinator Position, Dr. Teena Shetty: Dr. Teena Shetty, who runs the concussion program at the Hospital for Special Surgery, is seeking a recent graduate (or 2025 grad) to fill a 2 year position as a research coordinator. A full job description and details on how to apply can be found in their flier       

All Students:   Clinical Research Assistant, Jill Roberts Center for IBD, Weill Cornell Medicine: They are looking for a dynamic, meticulous, and enthusiastic person to work as a clinical research assistant in active clinical practice treating inflammatory bowel disease. A full job description and details on how to apply can be found in their flier.

All Pre-Health Students: Clinical Research Coordinator, Massachusetts General Hospital: The Center for Neurointestinal Health at Mass General Hospital is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator. A full job description and details on how to apply can be found in their flier.

All Students: PCC Community Wellness Gap Year Application: The PCC Community Wellness  Gap Year Application is live for the 2025-2026 application cycle. They are looking forward to recruiting a cohort of individuals who are  interested in pursuing medical school, PA school, or nursing. These are full-time, paid positions for recent graduates seeking to build upon or gain experience in urban, community health.

Gap Year: Postgraduate Associate- Infectious Disease, Yale School of Medicine: Yale School of Medicine is seeking a recent graduate that can fill a 2 year position as an associate on their Infectious Disease team. You can view a full job description and details on how to apply in their flier.

Gap Year Opportunity: Medical Assistant, Rapaport Plastic Surgery: Rapaport Plastic Surgery & Aethos is looking for a medical assistant to work at their surgical facility and two med-spas. Please see the full job description here.  This is an ideal job for students looking to take time off between college and medical/PA school.  If you are interested in applying, please send your resume, cover letter, and headshot to the current medical assistants (Clementine Kidson, Amelia Chambers, Keila Saiegh, Ashley Issak) at ma@drrapaport.com.

Gap Year Opportunity: Surgical Assistant/Tech Fellowship with Dr Stephen Kovacs, Chief of Dermatology St Elizabeth’s Medical Center and Metro West Medical Center (MA): This competitive, patient facing, surgical, 1 or 2 year opportunity is currently accepting applications for a June 1 2025 start date. A full job description and details on how to apply can be found in their flier.

Gap Year: Medical Assistant, Black and Kletz Allergy: Black and Kletz Allergy is working with CapYear to fill a medical assistant position for their Washington, DC and McLean, VA locations. Pre-health graduates taking a gap year are encouraged to apply. No medical assistant certificate is required. A full job description and details on how to apply can be found here.

Gap Year Opportunity” Mobile Medical Assistant/Vestibular Technician: Topple Diagnostics is working with CapYear to hire a mobile medical assistant to travel throughout the Washington DC, Virginia and Maryland areas to perform premier vestibular testing for various local medical providers. Pre-health graduates taking a gap year are encouraged to apply. No medical assistant certificate is required. A full job description and details on how to apply can be found here.

Gap Year Opportunity: Pediatric Medical Assistant, Pediatrics at Chartley: Pediatrics at Chartley is a practice currently working with CapYear to find an energetic, friendly, and motivated candidate to fill a Pediatric Medical Assistant position in their Reisterstown, MD location. Pre-health graduates encouraged to apply. This is a full-time position. A full job description and details on how to apply can be found here.

Posted 1/9/25

All Pre-Health Students: National Undergraduate Research Conference at Brown: On April 12th, 2025 the National undergraduate Research Conference will be hosted on Brown University's campus at the Engineering Research Center, bringing together 200 talented students from across the nation. This conference will serve as an opportunity to secure yourself a conference poster or oral presentation to demonstrate your research excellence, which is critical in your applications to medical school, graduate school, and beyond. Abstracts will be reviewed on a rolling basis with limited spots available (200 poster presentations and 10-20 oral presentations), including a designated number reserved for Brown students.The full application can be found on the official website: http://www.nationalresearchconferenceatbrown.org. Before submitting your abstract, please review the information document and flier

All Students: Clinical Research Coordinator, Seaver Autism Center at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sanai:                                                                                                                             Open to students interested in continuing in a medical, psychology, clinical genetics or professional clinical research career, the Seaver Autism Center at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is currently recruiting for 2-year clinical research coordinator positions starting in June 2025. See their flier for a full description and to learn how to apply.

Gap Year Opportunity: Medical Assistant at Levin Dermatology: Dr Cheryl Levin is seeking a recent graduate to spend one year position as a medical assistant in her dermatology practice. A full job description and details on how to apply can be found in their Google Form.         

Recent Graduates: Medical Assistant, Atrius Health:  Atrius Health is working with CapYear to fill a full-time medical assistant position for their practice located in Wellesley, MA. Pre-health graduates taking a gap year are encouraged to apply. BLS certification strongly preferred.  Medical assistant certification is not required. Visit their website for a full job description and to learn how to apply.       

Gap Year Opportunities: Care Coordinators, PCC Community Wellness Center: PCC Community Wellness is seeking to fill multiple positions as Care Coordinators. You can view a full job description and learn how to apply here      

All Pre-Health Students: Peer-Reviewed Journal of Health Equity Submissions:   United Against Inequities in Disease (UAID) is the oldest national 501(c)3 student organization focused on health equity in the country (www.uaid.org).  Through our multifaceted initiatives - from their research-based, community-centered health equity projects to their student leadership opportunities - they aim to reduce health inequities in our communities today and empower health equity leaders of tomorrow. UAID is now accepting submissions to its innovative, peer-reviewed Journal of Health Equity!  The 2025 Essay Edition invites op-eds, health equity innovation essays, and cover art.  Learn more and submit by January 15, 2025, at www.uaid.org/2025-journal-submission

Graduates: Research Assistant, The Hospital for Special Surgery: The Hospital for Special Surgery in New York is seeking an upcoming graduate, or recent graduate to serve as a research assistant for one year in the field of foot and ankle reconstruction and ankle replacement. For more information on the position and to learn how to apply, view their full job posting.             

Gap Year: Clinical Research Coordinator, Beth Israel Autonomic Lab: Beth Israel's Autonomic Lab is looking to hire a clinical research coordinator to join their team following the academic year. They focus on diagnosing and gaining a greater understanding of dysautonomias. The job includes both clinical and research component and is an excellent opportunity for students or recent grads who are interested in pursuing a career in medicine or public health. You can view the full job posting and learn how to apply by viewing their post.

All Pre-Health Students: Summer Research Internships, Cohen Children’s Medical Center of NY: Cohen’s Children’s Medical Center of NY is offering summer research Internships in 9 different sub-specialty areas. See their website for more information.

Gap Year Opportunity: Internship Cohen Children’s Medical Center of NY: The Cohen Children’s Medical Center of NY is offering Gap Year Internships in 6 different pediatric sub-specialties. You can view the full position description here.

Gap Year Opportunity: Executive Clinical Assistant, Dr. Phillip Rizzuto Warren Alpert Medical School:  Philip R. Rizzuto, MD, FACS, Professor of Surgery and Clinician Educator at the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, along with the team at Rizzuto Eyelid and Facial Plastic Surgery, is seeking a dedicated, caring, and committed individual to join our practice as a full-time Executive Medical Assistant. The Executive Medical Assistant will be responsible for preparing patients for exams, working one-on-one with Dr. Rizzuto to see patients, scribing, assisting with all aesthetic and surgical procedures (once adequately trained), scheduling patient appointments, coordinating surgeries, and handling related tasks and projects. The ideal candidate for this position should have excellent communication, computer, and organizational skills, and, most importantly, a genuine passion for helping people. This role provides an excellent opportunity to build a strong curriculum vitae and gain valuable experience for those looking to further their education or transition to medical school, PA, NP, or other advanced degree programs. Previous employees have stayed for up to two years, and we would be thrilled to find an individual seeking a long-term position. Interested candidates should reach out to Hope Robertson Hope@drrizzuto.com.

Posted 12/20/24

All Students: 2025 Cohort of Samvid Scholars

Samvid Scholars is a merit-based graduate scholarship program whose purpose is to empower mission-driven graduate students with exceptional track records of impact to drive transformative change for society through leadership development, community, and financial support. The application for Samvid Scholars will open on Monday, February 10th, 2025, and close on Monday, April 14th, 2025, at 3:00 pm ET. You can learn more about the program by visiting their website.

Gap Year Opportunity: Research Coordinator, Brigham and Women’s Hospital Boston: Brigham and Women’s Hospital is seeking a Rheumatology Research Coordinator to begin in May/June 2025. You can view their flier for a full job description and for details on how to apply. 

Gap Year: Medical Assistant Massachusetts General Hospital:                          Massachusetts General Hospital is working with CapYear to fill a Medical Assistant position at their location in Waltham, MA. Pre-health graduates are encouraged to apply. For a full job description and to learn how to apply, visit their website.

 

Posted 12/12/24

All Pre-Health Students: Summer Health Professions Education Program at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School

SHPEP is a free, six-week summer program for undergraduate students interested in the health professions. This includes professions in medicine, nursing, dental, public health, pharmacy, and optometry. "SHPEP’s goal is to strengthen the academic proficiency and career development of students from economically or educationally disadvantaged backgrounds and those with a demonstrated interest in issues affecting underserved populations to prepare them for a successful application and matriculation to health professions schools." There are currently 11 university campuses all over the United States that offer SHPEP. Some include Columbia University, the University of California Los Angeles, and the University of Washington. You can view their flier for more information and to learn how to apply.

All PreHealth Students: Summer 2025 Research Opportunity at Memorial Sloan Kettering

The Department of Medicine at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center is offering an 8-week opportunity this summer called the Comprehensive Undergraduate Research Experience in Oncology (CURE). The program welcomes undergraduate rising sophomores and juniors that are interested in exploring careers in biomedical research to participate in a summer experience that provides a background in research in clinical medicine.

Summer participants will have a structured didactic series featuring training in the key aspects of clinical research conduct, as well as exposure to different careers in biomedical research. Each student will be paired with a faculty mentor to participate in an active research project.

The full job posting, as well as details on how to apply, can be found on their website.

Gap Year Opportunity: Endoscopy Technician EndoCentre at Quarterfield Station

EndoCentre at Quarterfield Station is working with CapYear to hire 1 full-time, and 1 part-time endoscopy technician for its Glen Burnie, MD clinic. Pre-health graduates are encouraged to apply. For a full job description and to learn how to apply, visit their website.

All PreHealth Students: PULSE’s Physician-Premed Mentorship Program

PULSE is a national educational organization dedicated to breaking barriers to medical education for premed students. With mentorship at the heart of their program, they connect aspiring medical professionals with experienced physicians. Their mission is to empower students from all walks of life, including first-generation college students, individuals with disabilities, LGBTQ+ identifying students, and those from underserved areas or other marginalized groups.

Students are matched with a physician mentor specializing in a field of interest. The mentorship program offers flexible scheduling, allowing students to connect with their mentor virtually or in-person. Over the course of 3-4 months, students will have at least 3 facilitated sessions to learn about their mentor’s career journey and discuss relevant topics. The application for our Fall 2025 cycle is open until January 31st. View their flier for more information.

Gap Year: Clinical Research Internship in Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, American Hip Institute

American Hip Institute is a successful sports medicine practice that is supported by a highly active Research Foundation managed by Dr. Benjamin Domb.  As a clinical research intern, you will have the opportunity to be responsible for a variety of clinical, surgical and research roles, including maintaining an extensive surgical database, scribing or acting as a medical assistant in clinic, assisting with writing research studies, and supporting research processes such as journal publication, conference submissions, and prospective study management. The skills gained in clinical, surgical, and research settings offered at this institute provide participants with an excellent foundation for their career in medicine.

Duration and Compensation: This position is offered for both 13-month and 25-month durations and includes a $10,000 stipend. Clinical research assistants will begin in June of 2025 and end in July of 2026 or 2027, depending on interest. Please specify which duration you are interested in when applying. If interested in applying, please send a cover letter and CV to: Benjamin Domb, MD foundation@americanhipinstitute.org

You can also learn more about AHIRF through their Instagram page & website.

All PreHealth Students: Casper Dates

In January, Acuity Insights will open test dates for US medicine for 2025/26. Test dates for this cycle are available on this page. Please note that for programs requiring Duet, applicants will be able to take the Duet assessment starting on March 1, and it will remain available until two weeks after their test date. For general questions about Casper, please submit them via the chat bubble at takecasper.com or email support@acuityinsights.app.

All PreHealth Students: AAPI Medical Scholars Summit

Hosted by the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI) PreMed and Medical Students, Residents, and Fellows Section (MSRF), AAPI represents thousands of Indian-origin physicians across the United States and serves as a prominent platform for advancing medical education, research, and leadership among members of Indian heritage. The AAPI Medical Students, Residents, and Fellows (MSRF) section is dedicated to fostering scientific discovery, professional development, and community engagement, providing members with significant leadership, research, and service opportunities. The AAPI PreMed section complements this mission by supporting aspiring physicians in research, shadowing, and career mentorship. To learn more about the AAPI organization, please visit https://aapiusa.org/. Presenting at the summit allows students to gain recognition for their contributions, foster collaboration, and engage in insightful discussions on advancements in medicine. To learn more about the 2025 Spring Medical Scholars Summit please visit the official website. The submission and event registration link can be found here.

All PreHealth Students: Premedical Dermatology and Clinical Research Gap Year Opportunity

The Combined Dermatology and Clinical Research Post-Baccalaureate Premedical Fellowship is recruiting graduating pre-medical students for the upcoming year. View a full description and to learn how to apply here.

Recent Grads/Gap Year: Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, Full Time Research Positions in Neurodevelopmental Disorders 

The Cincinnati Children’s Hospital is seeking candidates to fill open positions in their human and bench lab research programs. View their flier for more information and to learn how to apply. 

Gap Year/Recent Grads: Medical Assistant, Dermatology in NOVA

District Dermatology is seeking a Medical Assistant and Patient Ambassador to aid in patient care. View their flier for a full job description and to learn how to apply.

All Pre-Health: NYU Grossman School of Medicine and Ronald O Perelman Department of Emergency Medicine Summer Volunteer Opportunities

The application portal for these programs is now open. The programs accept undergraduates, recent graduates (those whose graduation took place within two years prior to program start dates), post-baccalaureates, and master’s students who are interested in a career in Emergency Medicine, or any other medical field or health profession. To learn more about the programs, view their flier and/or join one of their virtual information sessions on December 20, 2024 (3:00PM – 4:30PM), or January 10, 2024 (11:00AM – 12:30PM). To register for either event, please complete this Google Form. If you would like to be added to the department’s mailing list to receive further details about our volunteer programs, please complete this form.