Research and Internship Opportunities

Engaging in research and internships is essential for building hands-on experience, developing key skills, and shaping your career path in STEM. This page offers valuable resources to help you discover opportunities that will set you apart and prepare you for success in your field.

Featured Opportunities for Bakersfield College Students

BC/CSUB Summer Research Experience

The BC/CSUB Summer Research Experience program is a 5-week, paid, in-person research program at CSU Bakersfield that offers a unique opportunity for Bakersfield College STEM students to gain hands-on research experience. The program includes faculty mentorship, professional development, and participation in a research symposium to present your findings.

For more information, please visit the BC/CSUB Research Programs webpage.

UC Merced CV Path

The UC Merced CV PATH Research Experience is a collaborative, 5-week, fully paid, residential research program for students from all disciplines at Bakersfield College and CSU Bakersfield. Conduct faculty-mentored research at UC Merced, CSU Bakersfield, or Bakersfield College, and gain valuable experience through professional development workshops and the opportunity to present your findings at a fall symposium.

For more information please visit the UC Merced Undergraduate Research Opportunities Center webpage.

Research and Internship Opportunities

Below is a list of helpful databases and directories where STEM and Pre-Med students can find resources, research opportunities, and internships.