Health Sciences

Welcome to the Health Sciences community. Health science covers a large group of disciplines to provide care, information, and resources to patients in a diverse array of settings. This page is for students across majors who want to learn more about studying and careers in these fields. Students in the following majors may be interested in the Health Science Community:

Behavioral Neuroscience
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Biology
Human Biology
Mental Health Counseling
Psychology
Public Health
And more!

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Enas is a Career Ready Great Dane!

Transferring to UAlbany from Hudson Valley Community College was a turning point in my life. At HVCC, I built a foundation through both academic achievement and direct service, helping students and faculty every day. But here at UAlbany, I’ve grown …

By Jessica Pugliese

Indigo is a Career Ready Great Dane!

One of my proudest accomplishments during my time here has been completing my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor of biology within three years. Through sites such as Handshake, I was accepted as a Peer Career Advisor (PCA) …

By Emilio-Jose Torres

Nya is a Career Ready Great Dane!

As a psychology student at the University at Albany, I have explored the complexity of the human brain and its relationship to other subjects, including public health. It was here that I discovered my interest in maternal and child health. …

By Emilio-Jose Torres

Planning a Career in Public Health? Apply for HeartCorps!

Gain valuable professional public health experience while advancing more equitable health outcomes for rural communities.

HeartCorps, a Public Health AmeriCorps program, seeks to enroll Public Health AmeriCorps members in a service opportunity driving health equity in rural America.

Benefits include:

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By Jessica Pugliese

Albany Medical College Achieving Success in the Application Process (ASAP) Workshop – July 14th

The Office of Admissions at Albany Medical College will be holding their annual Achieving Success in the Application Process (ASAP) workshop on Friday, July 14, 2023 with virtual sessions being held from 10 AM – 3:30 PM via WebEx.

The day …

By Megumi Kim (she/her)

GoinGlobalShare This: Share GoinGlobal on FacebookShare GoinGlobal on LinkedInShare GoinGlobal on X
GoinGlobal is the market leader in helping job seekers of all nationalities fast track their career explorations both at home …

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HandshakeShare This: Share Handshake on FacebookShare Handshake on LinkedInShare Handshake on X
You can use Handshake to:
Search for jobs and internships
Look for events on campus
Instructions for creating a Handshake …

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CareerShiftShare This: Share CareerShift on FacebookShare CareerShift on LinkedInShare CareerShift on X
CareerShift was created to help job seekers successfully navigate the published and hidden job market to find career opportunities. …

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Candid CareerShare This: Share Candid Career on FacebookShare Candid Career on LinkedInShare Candid Career on X
Choosing a career can be a daunting task. Candid Career’s goal is to provide honest career advice and career planning …

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Internship SpotlightsShare This: Share Internship Spotlights on FacebookShare Internship Spotlights on LinkedInShare Internship Spotlights on X
UAlbany students have fantastic internship opportunities! Read on to get inspired:
 
Internship Spotlight – New York State Mesonet
 
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Peace Corps PrepShare This: Share Peace Corps Prep on FacebookShare Peace Corps Prep on LinkedInShare Peace Corps Prep on X
UAlbany offers the Peace Corps Prep, a “preparatory Certificate granted by the Peace Corps to undergraduate students who complete a …

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