how are the research opportunities in Cornell...

jcas323
Thu, 02 Aug 2007 22:12:57 +0000

I have found that the easiest way to get a research job is to browse faculty profiles in your field of interest, find the professor who is completing research that interests you, and then read a bunch of their journal articles and related articles. Once you are prepared, email the professor and tell him that you read a few of his articles and what specifically interests you about his field of research. Be direct and say you would like to meet to discuss his research and any opportunities in his lab or in a related field of his collegues.

This worked for me in hs, for a summer internship, and at Cornell. It shows confidence, commitment, and your willingness to learn. Not everything will work, but if you email 4 or 5 professors you should get at least one offer. Also talk to your advisor and see if they need a student to help in their lab.

It seems as if a lot of vet school professors are looking for assistance from what I have seen, so if you are premed think about branching out of CAS and CALS, etc.