Co-led by microbiologist Kate Field, microbiology students and other service leaders made an impact in Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria, helping to repair a school and its water cisterns.
As an undergraduate in the microbiology department, you will have extensive opportunities to gain real-world experience outside the classroom. Our students are encouraged to participate in one of our many undergraduate research opportunities, either in an internship off-campus or in one of OSU's many research labs. This is an excellent way to expand your learning in microbiology and beyond.
With a degree from the microbiology department, your future is wide open. Our program offers excellent preparation for med schools, graduate school, biotech positions, government laboratories and countless others. Our advisors are always happy to discuss career opportunities with students and identify resources to help you get started.
At the annual Health Professions Fair, students can connect with professional schools and programs with specializations in the healthcare industry. The Fair is a wonderful opportunity to learn about graduate education and careers in health care.
The Department of Microbiology offers research experience in a wide range of microbial sciences and applications. Research helps students refine their career goals, develop a professional network and learn marketable skills.
The Department of Microbiology offers opportunities for undergraduate students to obtain teaching experience by assisting in our microbiology laboratory courses. Teaching experience in a wide range of microbial sciences and applications. Teaching helps students improve communication skills, enhance leadership capabilities and demonstrate collaboration and teamwork.
Internships consist of a supervised project at an approved cooperating entity that is independent of the university (i.e., institution, agency, laboratory, clinic, or company). Students interested in an internship for credit should begin by discussing their plans with their advisor.
Student clubs and organizations can open the doors to many opportunities to engage in meaningful ways that can help you develop into tomorrow’s scientists, leaders and active citizens of the world.
Many students choose to take advantage of the excellent international programs at OSU. Financial aid is available to assist with expenses for the majority of these programs and students may also earn OSU credit. OSU has nearly 200 options in many countries. All OSU-approved study abroad programs earn OSU credit.
