Career Development and Education
Real-World Experiences
HNL Lab Medicine offers real-world experiences to complement your education that are challenging, and help you develop skills and relationships to support your future career. Our student programs give you exposure to the many careers available in the field of laboratory medicine, while also affording the opportunity to work alongside professionals whose work inspires a healthier and better-informed world.
Student Immersion Program: Explore Your Future in Laboratory Science
The student immersion program was designed for high school juniors and seniors, as well as those entering college in the fall, who are eager to explore a career in laboratory science. Participants will gain hands-on experience and engage with experts in the field.
The program is run annually and has a capacity to host ten local students. The application process begins in the beginning of the year, and applicants are selected based on the strength of their application.
Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this inspiring experience. To stay informed about the next application period, follow HNL Lab Medicine on Facebook or LinkedIn to get notified when the application window opens.
Take the first step toward a career that makes a difference—immerse yourself in lab science with HNL Lab Medicine.
"Thank you for the Student Immersion program—it was so helpful and brought us all closer. It really opened my eyes to lab careers and helped me see my future. I’ll definitely recommend it to others!”
-Jessica's
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All students begin their experience at HNL Lab Medicine with a welcome from leadership and an introduction to our Core Values.
Our goal is to provide students with a well-rounded learning experience and guide future generation laboratorians into their chosen field of study.
Career Connections Program: Explore Careers in Clinical Laboratory Science
The Career Connections program is a dynamic two-day program designed to introduce college students to the diverse roles and career pathways within the clinical laboratory field.
Through engaging networking opportunities and immersive shadowing experiences, participants gain firsthand insight into the day-to-day responsibilities of laboratory professionals and the many avenues available in this essential healthcare sector.
Whether you're curious about clinical diagnostics, laboratory technology, or laboratory management, Career Connections helps students discover how to break into the laboratory world and build meaningful connections with industry experts.
This program is ideal for college students seeking to explore career options, expand their professional network, and take the first step toward a future in laboratory science.
"My time in Toxicology was amazing—asking questions, observing, and taking notes gave me my closest experience yet with technical lab work. The staff was so welcoming and clearly passionate about what they do.”
-Larissa's
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Career Pathways: Planning Your Career
Embark on an exhilarating career in laboratory medicine, where you'll play a vital role in diagnosing, treating, and preventing diseases. Utilizing state-of-the-art biomedical instrumentation and manual methods, you'll provide laboratory results to clinicians.
Beyond scientific and technical work, this field offers diverse paths including teaching, healthcare administration, industrial applications, information technology, and research. From revolutionizing industries to uncovering the secrets of life, each day will be a thrilling adventure filled with endless possibilities, challenges, and profound rewards. Join this captivating world of Laboratory Medicine and discover your limitless potential.
Careers in Laboratory Medicine
Browse current job openings and start your journey in lab medicine today.