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:
Virginia Tech Carilion Health Professions Enrichment Program (HPEP) Residential Summer Camp
Eligibility: Students entering grades 10 and 11 in fall 2026
June 15 – 18, 2026
Hosted by the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine and the College Access Collaborative, HPEP is a FREE 4-day residential program on Virginia Tech’s Blacksburg and Roanoke campuses that introduces students to diverse careers in healthcare and STEM. Through hands-on learning, students explore academic pathways and real-world experiences, building curiosity and confidence to pursue careers in health and science.
Registration closes Monday, May 18th at 5:00 PM. Apply here.
Questions? Contact Dr. Karen Eley Sanders at kasande1@vt.edu or (540) 231-4925.
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