With the semester winding down and just a few more weeks to go, we want to wish everyone luck with classes and finals! If you’re still searching for your next opportunity, check out some options below, and remember: we are still available to students and recent alumni over the summer, so please feel free to make appointments on Handshake!
Greene Center and Career Community Programs
2025 ADEA GoDental Virtual Fair | Wednesday, May 21 from 2-6pm (EDT)
Join us for an exciting opportunity to engage with 60+ dental schools at our Virtual Fair – for free! You’ll have three hours to explore great content and interact LIVE with ADEA AADSAS® (ADEA Associated American Dental Schools Application Service) application experts, dental school representatives and current students – check out the event schedule here!
And here’s a little more of what you can look forward to:
- NEW! Video chats: Have face-to-face conversations with admissions officers and get your questions answered in real time.
- Live chat: Engage in dynamic text chats with school representatives, current dental students and fellow attendees.
- Application-themed workshops: Choose from six mini sessions about personalizing your application, maximizing efficiency, dental school data and student perspectives on applying.
- Exclusive content: Access tailored resources and materials that each school has prepared just for you.
- To register, click this link!
Alumni Connected and Featured Opportunities
NYS Association of County Health Officials Summer 2025 Internship | Apply soon!
The Workforce Development Intern will play a key role in supporting NYSACHO’s workforce development initiatives for local health departments (LHDs), with a primary focus on the association’s Enumeration of the Local Health Department Workforce Study. Conducted in partnership with the Region 2 Public Health Training Center, this study analyzes workforce trends to inform advocacy efforts, technical assistance, and workforce planning for LHDs across New York State. In addition, the intern will contribute to NYSACHO’s Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB) Accreditation Workgroup, assisting LHDs in their accreditation efforts by supporting research, meeting coordination, and resource development.
Beyond these core projects, the intern will have opportunities to engage with a variety of NYSACHO’s public health initiatives, including immunization, harm reduction, climate change, environmental health, and broader public health efforts. This role will provide hands-on experience in public health research, workforce development, and accreditation support, with the potential for travel to LHDs across New York State for shadowing experiences and short-term projects. The intern will report to NYSACHO’s Associate Program Director, Workforce Development (who oversees the Public Health Infrastructure Grant) and will receive regular guidance, feedback, and mentorship. Eligible students have:
- Undergraduate student pursuing a degree in public health, biology, chemistry, nursing, social sciences, or a related field.
- Strong analytical skills, with experience in data analysis and interpretation preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
- Interest in public health workforce development.
- Valid driver’s license (preferred for travel opportunities).
This is a great opportunity to develop data visualizations, assist with research reports, support research, and to travel to on-site projects for Local Health Departments! This position can also be done in-person, remotely, or hybrid, with a preference for candidates who can occasionally visit the office in Lantham, NY. If you’re interested in applying, please submit your resume and cover letter to Molly Fleming at mfleming@nysacho.org.
Gap Year Position: AmeriCorps Member at CityYear, Various Locations | Applications Due May 2
City Year AmeriCorps members support students’ social, emotional and academic development while providing schools with additional capacity to enhance learning and belonging. In 29 locations across the country, AmeriCorps members serve full time from August 2025 through June 2026 as tutors and mentors, working on teams and in collaboration with our public-school partners to provide additional adult support to students who need it.
During their year in service, City Year AmeriCorps Members receive a living stipend, health benefits, professional development, student loan forbearance, an education award of approximately $7,400, and access to a variety of graduate school scholarships through our University Partnerships program. Apply here, and be sure to check out the different available locations too!
UR PreDoc Program | Applications Due May 31
The UR PreDoc program provides a 2-year longitudinal experiences with the goal of promoting exposure to, and interest in clinical medicine for undergraduate students in Rochester who identify from backgrounds that have been historically minoritized in medicine. In this program, you will receive mentorship from local senior physician leaders at URMC as well as local medical students, gain access to scholarly and career development opportunities, gain shadowing and research experiences, and learn more about the medical field in general! This is a great opportunity for mentorship and career development, so check out the application information!
Seasonal Public Health Inspector, Various NYS Locations | Applications Due June 1, 2025
Public Health Inspector positions are a great match for individuals who love the outdoors and have strong communication skills. They help keep our communities safe by inspecting campgrounds, pools, restaurants, and other locations to ensure they are following NYS Sanitary Code and environmental health regulations. If you enjoy the outdoors and traveling to scenic locations, have an interest in environmental health, and want to work with a variety of different organizations, check out these NYS Seasonal Public Health Inspector positions! They are located throughout NYS in various locations, so click the location for the application and for more information: Canton, Geneva, Glens Falls, Herkhimer, Hornell, Oneonta, Saranac Lake, Syracuse, Watertown,
NYS Department of Health Student Assistant, Various NYS Locations | Applications Due June 1, 2025
If you enjoy the outdoors and have a passion for the environment and public health, then you might enjoy being a Student Assistant with the NYS Department of Health’s Center for Environmental Health (CEH)! You will support the mission of CEH by performing a variety of environmental health functions, and may also perform environmental health inspection functions in the field for the purposes of ensuring compliance with the New York State Sanitary Code and environmental health regulations. They are located throughout NYS in various locations, so click the location for the application and for more information: Canton, Geneva, Glens Falls, Herkhimer, Hornell, Oneonta, Saranac Lake, Watertown. The New York State Department of Health is always accepting Student Assistant applications and does not follow a semester-by-semester timeline, so check back in for positions during the academic year too!
NYS Department of Health Office Assistant, Various NYS Locations | Applications Due June 1, 2025
Office Assistant staff support the mission of Center of Environmental Health (CEH) by performing a variety of administrative functions during New York State’s summer season and beyond. Positions assist CEH district office environmental health staff by performing a variety of critical administrative support functions such as answering office telephones, triaging calls, sorting and distributing mail, filing documents, maintaining office file systems, and performing data entry. This role provides interested individuals with the ability to gain real world experience in the field of public health. This is a flexible position open to anyone who can type 30 words per minute with 96% accuracy. Check out each location to learn more and apply: Canton, Glens Falls, Middletown, Oneonta, Saranac Lake.
Upcoming Events
Just In Time Career Fair: Business-Focused | Friday, May 2 from 12-3pm (EDT)
Are you ready to explore exciting opportunities, connect with industry leaders, and shape the future of your career journey? This fair is the perfect opportunity to do so! Join us virtually on Friday, May 2, to network with top employers who are eager to recruit talent like you.
- 1:1 Sessions: Connect directly with employers and ask questions to learn about specific opportunities.
- Group Sessions: Join informative sessions, panel discussions with industry experts, and learn about the opportunities available and the company culture.
- Networking Opportunities: Build connections that could lead to internships, jobs, or mentorship opportunities.
- Register for Sessions on Handshake: After completing your registration for the overall fair, be sure to sign up for 1:1 sessions and/or group sessions with recruiters to maximize your opportunities to connect.
- Dress Professionally (Even Virtually): First impressions matter, so opt for a business-casual look during your video interactions.
- Prepare Your Resume: Upload a polished version of your resume to Handshake to share with employers. Need help? Your Career Center offers resources to perfect your resume—don’t hesitate to visit the office or check out their resources on Handshake..
- Craft Your Elevator Pitch: Have a 30-second introduction ready to share your story and career aspirations.
- Follow Up: After the event, reach out to the recruiters you meet to express your continued interest.
NYMC Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences: Accelerated MS Programs | Deadlines Vary
This one-year Accelerated Interdisciplinary Biomedical Sciences (Accelerated iBMS) master’s program track is an accelerated post-baccalaureate program. This may be a good option for anyone interested in post-baccalaureate programs prior to applying to medical school! Application deadlines vary, but check out the website for more information.
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To discuss these opportunities or more, schedule an appointment with a Greene Center advisor through Handshake.
Have a great week!
Alissa Roger, Career Advisor
Jonathan Bratt, Career Advisor
Alyssa Rodriguez, Career Advisor
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