Externship
Quillen College of Medicine’s Gross Anatomy Lab offers a limited number of externship positions for individuals who have earned a bachelor’s degree and are seeking to further their preprofessional experience. The externship provides hands-on exposure to cadaver-based anatomy and offers an in-depth look at the role anatomy plays in medical education.
Students from all colleges and universities are encouraged to apply.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and are subject to position availability. Application cycles and interviews are conducted by semester, with dates posted on the internship homepage.
To apply, submit a letter of intent and a professional resume to the email adress listed on this page. Anatomy lab personnel will follow up with additional details if you apply outside the regular application cycle.
Visit Undergraduate Internship Page
Recommended Qualifications:
- B.S. in Life Sciences
- Research experience
- Computer Skills (Microsoft Office, Photoshop, iAuthor, etc.)
- Communication Skills
- Supervisory Experience
Gross Anatomy Laboratory Extern Responsibilities
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Opportunities:
- Research coordination including IRB applications and grants
- Research project development and implementation
- Data collection
- Learn dissection techniques and bolster human anatomy knowledge
- Teach dissections based on anatomical knowledge gained from the program
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Course Support:
- Oversee exam setup and break down
- Workshop setup and break down
- Assist students with lab resources
- Oversee cleaning and maintenance of lab space
- Manage intern projects
- Maintain laboratory technology
- Oversee/lead tours
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Anatomical Gift Program Support:
- Assist the anatomical gift program for the medical human gross anatomy course