Professional Development Resources
Whether you are an undergraduate, graduate student, postdoc, or early-career professional, the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education provides various resources to address the career planning and professional development needs of all research and non-research participants.
Getting a great education and securing an internship or fellowship only makes up a small portion of what it takes to launch your career. One of the key advantages of pursuing an internship or fellowship is the opportunity to "test drive" your career interests. The experience allows you to work alongside scientists and other professionals who provide mentoring, answer questions, and help you learn more about how a career in STEM can further your professional goals.
Check out the resources below to enhance your internship or fellowship experience and prepare for the next step in your career.
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MentorIMPACT
ORISE recognizes the crucial role that mentors play in the personal and professional development of the next generation of STEM. These videos feature a few of our mentors across the federal departments and agencies that offer internships and fellowships through ORISE who were gracious enough to talk about their experiences and expertise. The stories they tell offer a glimpse of the inspiration they instill, their commitment to life-long learning, and their passion for “shaping the future of science.”
Ask the Experience ORISE Team
Want to learn more about an ORISE internship or fellowship? Have questions about how the ORISE experience can successfully impact your career path and/or add value to the research opportunities of students or alumni you engage with at your organization? If so, contact our team today—we look forward to hearing from you!