Anatomy Internships

Quillens gross anatomy lab has, since 2011, given a select number of undergraduate students an opportunity to intern in the lab. This internship allows students hands on experience with cadavers and an in-depth look at anatomy's relevance for medical students. Though most of our interns have been students at ETSU, we encourage students from all universities and colleges to apply.

We welcome all students over the age of 18 to apply by filling out our application form:

• Application for Internship
• Post-Baccalaureate Anatomy Externship

Please send the filled out application and a professional resume and send to all:

• Dr. James Sheffey (Lab Director):  sheffey@etsu.edu
• Rob Becker (Laboratory Manager):  zrmb32@etsu.edu
• Heidi Cobarrubias (Laboratory Coordinator): cobarrubias@etsu.edu

Qualifications:

• Enrolled full-time in undergraduate courses

Opportunities are offered year round based on the following schedule:

• Summer 2023
  
  • Applications accepted: March 1, 2023 through end of business day April 14, 2023
  • Interviews: Week of April 24, 2023
  • Cycle runs: May 1, 2023 through August 11, 2023
• Fall 2023/Spring 2024
  
  • Applications accepted: June 1, 2023 through end of business day July 17, 2023
  • Interviews held:  Week of July 24, 2023
  • Cycle runs: August 1, 2023 through May 10, 2024

 Feedback from Current and Past Interns: 

"Working as a summer anatomy intern was an incredibly rewarding experience-it taught me to work with a diverse team, allowed me to gain a deeper perspective on medical education, and further excited me to pursue a career in medicine" -Carter Powers, Vanderbilt University, Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine, Class of 2025

"My experiences in the Gross Anatomy Lab taught me more than I had ever expected. Through one-on-one guidance by experienced faculty and staff, I received encouragement that helped me develop personal strengths that I call upon regularly for my current job at a neurology clinic. If you want to prepare yourself for success in a professional or academic setting, this internship is a wonderful opportunity!" -Derek Nikolaus, East Tennessee State University, Quillen College of Medicine, Class of 2025.

"In a practical sense, the Anatomy Lab was my first job. I was a nervous and shy freshman competing for a highly sought after internship to be able to work in the gross lab. I look back on it now and really appreciate that the lab manager, Rob saw the potential I have through the inexperience. At that time, I had no idea how much the Anatomy Lab would impact me. I learned so much more than anatomy and the experience that is medical school. I learned the skills needed to get to that point. The autonomy, responsibility, and trust that the lab faculty and staff placed in me allowed me to become more confident in my leadership skills and self. Through my experience there, I was able to discover the kind of person and physician I want to become. I made great connections and friends. The Anatomy Lab Internship was truly the most influential experience I have had while at ETSU. I cannot thank the staff enough for what they have done for me in terms of my personal and professional development." -Lillith Bulawa, East Tennessee State University, Quillen College of Medicine, Class of 2024