Pre-Health and Natural Sciences Edition

The Center for Academic and Professional Success (CAPS) is here to support our Sharks on their career and academic journey! This monthly newsletter highlights our services, upcoming events, resources, reminders, and career opportunities in your field of study!

Top 10 Internship, Volunteer, and Research Opportunities of the Month

Pre-Health & Public Health

American Red Cross Volunteer Program (FL)

American Lung Association Volunteer Sign Up (FL)

Public Health Crisis Communication Health Education Specialist (FL)

Jacksonville Urban League Public Health Intern (FL)

Children's Diagnostic & Treatment Center Volunteer (FL)

Heartland Hospice Volunteer (FL)

University of Miami Health System Greater Patient Liaison (FL)

Association of Public Health Laboratories Internship (TX, NY)

Sami Dagher, MD Pain Management Intern (FL)

Nicklaus Children's Hospital Medical Lab Technician (FL)



Biology & Chemistry

Tolka AI Therapeutics Microbiology Intern (FL)

Peterson Smith Equine Hospital + Complete Care Internship Program (FL)

Cargill Ingredient Chemistry Intern (MN)

Syensqo Analytical Chemistry Co-Op (CT)

Freeport-McMoRan 2025 Summer Internship -Chemistry (AZ)

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Cancer Research Experience (CO)

Functional Food Center/Functional Food Institute Research and Scientific Journal Management Internship (Remote)

Merck & Co., Inc. 2025 University Recruiting- Health Economics Intern (FL)

Mapei R&D Internship, Inorganic Chemistry, Summer 2025 (FL)

Evolution Research Group Research Assistant (FL)


Exercise Science

The ExerScience Center InternshipYoga Teaching Training (FL)

Soccer Shots East Broward Coaching and Leadership Internship (FL)

Fitness At Your Door Certified Personal Trainer/Group Fitness Instructor (FL)

Mediapro US Internship - Sports Rights (FL)

Fort Lauderdale United FC Club Ambassador (FL)

APT Pathway Strength and Conditioning Intern (FL)

BARWIS Performance Centers Neurological Re-Engineering Internship Program (FL)

A Day for Children Volunteer (FL)

CORA Physical Therapy Student Educational Programs and Internships (FL)

Bommarito Performance Systems Performance Coach Intern (FL)

Little Lighthouse Foundation Fitness Instructor Volunteer Opportunities (FL)

City of Coconut Creek Fitness Intern (FL)

Top 10 Jobs of the Month

Pre-Health & Public Health

Pacific Medical Training CPR Instructor (Remote)

CareYaya Health Technologies Inc. Student Healthcare Assistant (Remote)

Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education Fellowship in Entomology Quality Team (TN)

Carnival Corporation Population Health Associate (FL)

Baptist Health South Florida Medical Scribe (FL)

National Heart, Blood, and Lung Institute Mishoe Fellowship (Various)

AmeriCorps Healthy Futures Service Member (FL)

Quest Diagnostics Mobile Examiner (FL)

Holy Cross Health Community Care Coordinator (FL)

Holy Cross Health Monitor Technician (FL)

Idexx Medical Laboratory Technician (FL)


Biology & Chemistry

Priority Lab Environmental/ Microbiology Laboratory Analyst (FL)

Quest Diagnostics Lab Supervisor (FL)

Holy Cross Health Microbiology Technologist (FL)

CenExel Clinical Research Coordinator I (FL)

Idexx Temporary Laboratory Assistant (FL)

Actalent Associate Scientist (FL)

Actalent HPLC Scientist (FL)

myKelly Associate Scientist (FL)

NextEra Energy, Inc. Power Generation Division Chemistry Intern (FL)

Titan America Lab Specialist (FL)

Exercise Science

Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Assistant Recreation Specialist (FL) 

Seminole Tribe Fitness Specialist (FL)

Equinox Personal Trainer (FL)

Trinity Health Exercise Instructor Pulmonary Rehab (FL)

Parrish Medical Center Rehab Aide (FL)

Up2Us Sports Sports Coach (FL)

Broward County Public Schools Basketball Coach Assistant (FL)

BARWIS Performance Centers Neuro-Focused Personal Trainer (FL)

PhysicalOne Various Opportunities (FL)

Stretch Zone Exercise Science Professional (FL)

Rock Solid Fitness Fitness Coach (FL)

Fitlife Foods Wellness Coach (FL)

Exploring options after graduation?

The NSU Center for Academic and Professional Success (CAPS) in partnership with NSU Graduate and Professional Admissions will be hosting the Graduate and Professional School Fair on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. in the Carl DeSantis Building-Atrium.

 

This is your opportunity to speak with representatives from various NSU Premier Graduate and Professional Schools.

 

Why attend the Graduate and Professional School Fair?

  • Explore Programs
  • Plan for Graduate and Professional School
  • Discuss Admissions Process
  • Learn About Testing Requirements

 

All students and alumni are encouraged to attend. Register HERE

Events

October 2024


Finance 101: Managing Money in College (Hybrid) - Tuesday, October 22

SEAS Session - Intro to Student Employment JLD & Community Service Programs - Wednesday, October 23

Effectively Using AI for Career Sucess (Virtual) - Thursday, October 24

NSU Graduate & Professional School Fair (In-Person) - Wednesday, October 30

Trick to the Treat of a Research or Internship (In-Person) - Thursday, October 31


November 2024



Where the ball can take you? Careers in Sports Event - November 12, 2024

Resources

Intended to help guide and assist you throughout your Pre-Health journey here at NSU. Here you will find a multitude of resources and information on becoming a healthcare professional including information on research, shadowing, internships, applying to graduate school and much more.  

NSU Pre-Health Consultants are current undergraduate students trained and employed by the Pre-Health and Pre-Professional Advising office. They are a great resource for fellow students, and they are available to answer general questions, support your journey towards reaching your goals, and sharing insight from their own experiences. Click here to schedule an appointment.

Join the NSU Connect community and gain professional leads and connections through Nova Southeastern University's global online community! It is a great way to fellow grads in your industry or with similar interests and NSU alums who’ve been in your shoes—and who can now open doors.

Handshake is one of the largest career platforms for students looking to connect with employers recruiting for jobs and internships.

Click here to access Handshake.

Do you want to be recommended to a company after you have applied to an opportunity with them? CAPS is happy to support you by sending referrals directly to hiring managers. To do so, please work with your CAPS Advisor.

CAPS Services

Undergraduate Academic

Advising Services:


  • Four Year Plan
  • Academic Standing
  • Junior/Senior Audit
  • Major/Minor Request Change
  • Registration (Add/Drop/Withdraw)
  • ExEL Planning

All Student Career

Advising Services:


  • Career/Professional Exploration
  • Internships/Job Search
  • Graduate/Professional School Planning
  • Mock Interview
  • Personal Statement
  • Resume/CV/Cover Letter
  • Razor's Career Closet

To schedule an appointment with an advisor visit Navigate or call (954) 262-7990 or for general questions, please email us at caps@nova.edu.


Have a quick academic or career advising question? Visit the CAPS website for Drop-In Advising hours and information.


Looking to work on your professional and academic goals in a relaxed and collaborative environment? CAPS Labs may be the perfect avenue to do so in real-time! Visit the CAPS website for CAPS Labs hours and information.


Follow us on Instagram @nsu_caps for updates on upcoming events, tips, and important reminders.

Undergraduate Reminders

It’s time for WINTER 2025 Registration! Here are the top 8 details to keep in mind to be registration-ready:

 

🔍 Know Your Class Level

  • Check in SharkLink: Course Registration > Registration > Prepare for Registration
  • 🗓️ Deadline: October 18th (to check class level to view registration dates)
  • ⚠️ Note: Do NOT use Degree Works for class level.

 

🚫 Verify Holds

  • Check in SharkLink: Select “Hold” under Widgets > View Holds
  • 📞 Contacts:
  • Academic holds: CAPS at (954) 262-7990
  • Financial holds: Bursar’s Office at (954) 262-5200
  • Admissions hold: Admissions Office at (954) 262-8000

 

📚 Review Academic Plan

  • Log into SharkLink: Widgets > Degree Works > Plans tab

 

🗓️ Determine Ideal Schedule

  • Log into SharkLink: Widgets > Self Service Banner > Register for Classes > Select Term (WINTER 2025)

 

🔢 Locate CRNs or Course Sections

  • Have backups ready as popular classes fill up quickly.

 

✅ Prerequisite Overrides

  • Contact your assigned advisor ASAP if you have approval.

 

📅 Check Registration Dates

 

🆘 Registration Assistance

  • Step-by-step guide available.
  • Employees can now register themselves via SharkLink/Self-Service Banner.

 

CAPS Drop-In Schedule



Seniors and Juniors:

📅 Dates: October 21st - October 25th

📍 Location: Horvitz Bldg. - CAPS Office

🕒 Times:

  • Morning: 7:30am – 1:00pm (Mon, Wed) / 8:30am – 1:00pm (Tue, Thu, Fri)
  • Closed for Lunch: 1:15pm – 2:15pm
  • Afternoon: 2:15pm – 4:45pm

 

Sophomores and Freshmen:

📅 Dates: October 28th - November 1st

📍 Location: Horvitz Bldg. - CAPS Office

🕒 Times:

  • Morning: 7:30am – 1:00pm (Mon, Wed) / 8:30am – 1:00pm (Tue, Thu, Fri)
  • Closed for Lunch: 1:15pm – 2:15pm
  • Afternoon: 2:15pm – 4:45pm

 

Good luck with registration, Sharks! 🦈

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