Internships & Job Shadowing
Below are links to different learning opportunities in health, life sciences, and biotechnology. Click on the links to visit the organization’s page and learn more about their programs.
Interested in an internship or job shadowing experience? Use the common application linked below to let us know! This application is shared with the Blue Ridge Partnership for Health Science Careers, and we’ll do our best to connect you with organizations that have available opportunities.
Internship & Job Shadowing Application
Available Opportunities:
Camp Carilion Clinic
Carilion Clinic, Radford University, Radford University School of Nursing and Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine are offering Camp Carilion Clinic for rising 10th, 11th and 12th graders who may be interested in a future career in healthcare. Throughout the four-day camp, students will have an opportunity to learn life-saving skills and information through hands-on exercises and interactive demonstrations.
Eligibility: Rising 10th, 11th and 12th grade students
June 16 – June 19
Download application
For more information or to submit an application, please contact Lynn Cowart at Lmfreeman@carilionclinic.org or Karri Proctor at Krproctor@carilionclinic.org. Applications must be received by Friday, April 3, 2026.
Summer Explorations in Biotech
Eligibility: Students entering grades 6–8 in fall 2026
July 6 – 10, 2026
9 AM – 3:30 PM
Location: Virginia Western campus, 3094 Colonial Avenue, Roanoke, VA