Internships and Careers

Join our Biology graduates in success

95% of the class of 2023 reported landing a job, enrolling in graduate school or securing another chosen opportunity within six months of graduation.

Biology

Contact Information

Hilary De Vries
Science and Health Care Career Pathway Leader
hdevries@lakeforest.edu
847-735-6126

One Major, Multiple Paths

A degree in Biology can open up a variety of opportunities. Here's a sample of job titles our newest graduates have held in the last five years:

Anatomic Pathology Lab Technical Assistant
Certified Nurse Assistant
Emergency Room Medical Scribe
Health Representative
Hydrologic Technician
Lab Technician
Medical Scribe
Medical Technician
Molecular Pathologist
Post Baccalaureate Researcher

Where our graduates land

Our students have completed an internship or landed a job with high-profile organizations in and beyond Chicago.

Our most recent graduates have interned at or joined the ranks of these companies in the last five years:

Abbott Laboratories
AbbVie
Chicago Botanic Garden Conservation and Land Management Program
Northwestern Medicine
NorthShore University HealthSystem
QDx Pathology Services
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science
Rush University Medical Center
ScribeAmerica
Surgeons of Northern Illinois
Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories
Xeris Pharmaceuticals

Advancing their studies

Biology graduates have also furthered their studies through graduate programs across the country. We set our students up for success so they can enroll in diverse programs such as this sample of degrees pursued by recent graduates:

Doctor of Epidemiology (University of Wisconsin)
Doctor of Optometry (Illinois College of Optometry, Midwestern University)
Doctor of Pharmacy (Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, University of Chicago, University of Colorado)
Doctor of Physical Therapy (Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science)
PhD in Zoology (University of Oxford)
PhD in Ecology/Evolutionary Biology (Cornell University, University Of Arizona, Washington University in St. Louis)
Masters in Bioinformatics (Loyola University Chicago)
Masters of Nursing (Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Rush University)
Masters of Nutrition (Case Western Reserve University)
Masters of Public Health (Columbia University, University of New England)

A Lake Forest College education is built for the future. All students are equipped with the most sought-after professional skills: writing, speaking, critical thinking, and an understanding of human society and cultures. Our interdisciplinary curriculum sets our graduates apart as competitive and uniquely qualified candidates who are eager to take on the challenges presented in today's professional world. Learn more about how our students turn their passions into a career on our Success Stories and Outcomes page.

Success Stories and Outcomes

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[As part of my internship], I had a fantastic opportunity to meet with scholars, professors, and lawmakers from the Philippines to discuss our research on marine debris and learn what they are doing in their country to help prevent beach debris and microplastic abundance.

Zoey Young '25, Pollution Prevention Intern at Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant

Zoey's journey isn't the only way to make it at Lake Forest College. Our career pathways offer a multitude of different ways to take advantage of the education here as well as the opportunities after graduation.

Career Pathways

Our Biology graduates...

Understand three core subject areas:

Organismal; Cell & Molecular; and Ecology & Evolution

Apply quantitative techniques and analyses

necessary to modeling and testing hypotheses

Identify and respond to problems

with logical analysis and mindfulness of context

Create and contribute to the

development of scientific communities through collaboration with faculty and peers

Networking and Career Preparation

Learn more about the Forester Network

Our students have opportunities to engage with professionals working in various fields of interest and build meaningful connections before graduation.

Lake Forest College students don't only get a fantastic education, but also hone applicable skills that employers are seeking in candidates.

Our career counselors ensure that our students are well prepared for whatever path they choose.

At Lake Forest College, you will have the opportunity to connect with professionals from a multitude of fields.

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