ABRM330: Introduction to Anti-Black Racism - Spring 2027

 

Register for ABRM330: Introduction to Anti-Black Racism – Spring 2027!

Graduate Program in Neuroscience, University of Maryland School of Medicine

EDCP108i & PSYC123 1-Credit Career Course Registration - Spring 2027

  SP27 EDCP108i & PSYC123 

EDCP 108i: Academic Transitions to Internships is a 7-week (half-semester) course recommended for students who have never had an internship and are actively searching for one. The one-credit, online asynchronous course takes students through key exploratory and preparation activities, including:

• Understanding the components of an internship
• Increasing knowledge about an intended career field
• Developing a resume and cover letter
• Identifying potential internship sites
• Introducing students to interviewing and networking skills

Through this course, students will be provided the full experience of searching for an internship. Students will also have opportunities for synchronous activities with the instructor and career professionals through mock interviews, resume reviews, and group meetings.  **Please note this course is only for students who have less than 105 cumulative credits.

Special sections available for ARHU, CMNS & ENGR students.

View sample fall 2025-spring 2026 learning outcomes for 330 EDCP108i students.

PSYC 123: The Psychology of Getting Hired introduces students to the hiring process and how you can apply with a competitive edge. The one-credit, online asynchronous course paces students through through six modules including activities intended to:

• Identify strengths, interest and professional development goals
• Learn how to use Handshake to locate internships and professional positions
• Develop a high-quality professional resume
• Establish an effective professional social media presence and network
• Practice and refined crucial interview skills
• Create a career development plan

Two significant activities— a resume review with University Career Center staff, employer, or alumnus and a mock interview with volunteer professionals— occur live through Zoom.

View sample fall 2025-spring 2026 learning outcomes for 390 PSYC123 students.

Internship Deadlines Approaching Soon + Career Conversations Event!

Check Out These Internships

Johnson & Johnson Internships: https://www.careers.jnj.com/en/early-career-programs/internships/ 

Recommended roles: Medical Affairs, MedTech Marketing

National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) 

Learn more here and then apply through USAJOBS: https://www.nist.gov/surf

NIH Summer Internship Program

Learn more here: https://www.training.nih.gov/research-training/pb/sip/

Take note of their informational webinars on 10/20 or 11/17 from 4-5 p.m. virtually to help you with your application!

Amgen

Internships & Post-bacc/fellowship programs: https://careers.amgen.com/en/students-graduates

Check out Operations roles, which tend to focus on taking products from research to market!

Biogen: 

Internships & Co-ops: https://www.biogen.com/careers/students-and-graduates.html

Check out Cell Biology roles!
 Bristol Myers Squibb:

Internships: https://careers.bms.com/internships-co-ops/

Check out Regulatory Affairs and Product Development roles

Merck "Future Talent Program":

https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/search-results?keywords=FTP2027

Check out Global Labeling Strategy (Science communications), Medical Affairs, Analytical Sciences, and more!

Oak Ridge Institute for Science & Education (connected to US Dept of Energy, featuring national labs and US Government agency-funded research): https://orise.orau.gov/internships-fellowships/index.html

Misc. roles, various deadlines, many majors of interest!

National Science Foundation Research Opportunities (all majors):

https://www.nsf.gov/funding/initiatives/reu/search

Pathways to Science.org: More opportunities to find research experiences (paid!): https://pathwaystoscience.org/Undergrads.aspx

AAMC Summer Undergraduate Research Programs (extensive list, various deadlines!)

https://students-residents.aamc.org/phd-biomedical-science/summer-undergraduate-research-programs

 

Winter Session 2027 registration is now open

Turn your winter break into credits! University of Maryland Winter Session registration is now open. Choose your course and move fearlessly forward toward your degree goals. 

Current University of Maryland students may earn three credits, satisfy general education or major requirements, and continue to make progress toward graduation.



• Website: winter.umd.edu
• Winter Session dates: January 4-22, 2027
• Registration ends: January 4, 2027

Register today: winter.umd.edu.

Transfer Student Spotlight

Meet Selam Tegenu '28, a NeuroTerp who transferred from Howard Community College! Her Love of psychology and interest in medicine led her to neuroscience.

Her advice to fellow Transfer students? "You've got this- have faith in yourself!" 

Join us in Celebrating Selam during National Transfer Student Week, and say hello when you see her on campus!

National Transfer Student Week, October 19–23!

 

Join us in celebrating our NEUR Transfer Terps!! This is a time to celebrate their unique experiences, and the valuable contributions they bring to our Neuroscience community.

The Neuroscience staff and faculty looks forward to the opportunity to connect with all our transfer students during this special week! Whether you recently joined the major or have been with us for a while, we’re excited to get to know you and support your journey!