Potential Employers
The Department of Biological Sciences invites organizations to partner with us by hosting undergraduate interns through the Experiential Learning Fellowship Program. This program connects academic learning with real-world practice while helping organizations engage with emerging talent.
Each intern is fully funded by the department and completes a paid, semester-long internship under the guidance of a professional supervisor at your organization.
By hosting an intern, your organization can:
- Gain support on meaningful projects
- Mentor motivated undergraduate students
- Build connections with UB and the local talent pipeline
- Contribute to hands-on science education
Seven fellowship internships are available each academic year, made possible through donor support connected to the National Center for Case Study Teaching in Science.
Internship sites must provide a structured, supervised learning experience in a biology-related professional setting outside the university.
Approved sites support students as they:
- Apply biology coursework in non-academic environments
- Develop technical and professional skills
- Strengthen problem-solving and scientific communication
- Gain experience aligned with academic or career interests
- Clarify short-term and long-term goals
Important deadlines for internship sites
- Fall internships: Sites considered until June 15
- Spring internships: Sites considered until November 15
Use the form below to share basic information about your organization and the proposed internship opportunity. A member of our team will follow up after reviewing your submission.
Prefer to talk first?
If you would like to discuss your interest by phone, please contact us:
- General inquiries: 716-645-2975
- Hosting and program questions: 716-645-2363
Thank you for your interest in supporting undergraduate experiential learning at UB.
Questions about internship partnerships or the Experiential Learning Fellowship Program may be directed to:
