Current Research Opportunities
Find available research and internship opportunities listed below! This page is updated weekly, every Monday.
Research opportunities are also featured in our weekly Global Disease Biology Newsletter, Instagram (@globaldiseasebiology), and Facebook (facebook.com/UCD.GDB). Another great resource for students interested in research and internship opportunities is the Undergraduate Research Center and Career Center.
Human Health Opportunities
- Molecular Genetics and Biochemistry Research Intern | UC Davis Department of Neurology and Department of Neurological Surgery | Davis, CA | Exp 07/17/26
- Behavior Interventionist: Entry Level | Intervention Center for Autism Needs| Multiple Locations | Exp: 6/17/2026
- Student Assistant 2 | UC Davis Health Department of Internal Medicine | Sacramento, CA | Exp 06/24/26
- Student Intern- Surgical Research Facility | UC Davis Health, Basic Science Departments in the School of Medicine | Davis, CA | Exp 11/28/26
- Junior Specialist-Bers Lab | UC Davis Health, Basic Science Departments in the School of Medicine - Expires 12/31/2026
- Junior Specialist in Navedo Lab 2026 | UC Davis Health, Basic Science Departments in the School of Medicine - Expires 12/31/2026
Public Health Opportunities
- Seasonal Vector Control Assistant | Marin/Sonoma Mosquito and Vector Control District | Cotati, CA | Exp: 6/19/2026
- JC-519192 - Research Laboratory Scientist | California Department of Public Health | Richmond, CA | Exp: 6/25/2026
Biochemistry/Microbiology Opportunities
- STDT 2 Hartigan-O'Connor Lab | UC Davis Health, Basic Science Departments in the School of Medicine | Davis, CA | Exp: 6/17/2026
- Molecular Genetics and Biochemistry Research Intern | UC Davis Department of Neurology and Department of Neurological Surgery | Davis, CA | Exp: 6/17/2026
- Lab Technician | Novogene Co., LTD | Sacramento, CA | Exp: 6/18/2026
- Genotyping Laboratory Technician | CSP Labs | Pleasant Grove, CA | Exp: 6/25/2026
- Student Assistant 3 - Division of Infectious Diseases | UC Davis Health Department of Internal Medicine | Davis, CA | Exp: 6/26/2026
Environmental Health Opportunities
- ETOX- STDT 2-Laboratory Assistant/S.Nicklisch | UC Davis Distributed Shared Service Center (DiSSC) | Davis, CA | Exp: 7/22/2026
- Fish and Wildlife Technician - Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area | California Department of Fish and Wildlife | Davis, CA | Exp: 7/12/2026
Plant & Agriculture Opportunities
Animal & Insect Opportunities
- STDT2 Necropsy Cleaner-Tissue Handler (VHO3800) | UC Davis Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital | Exp 6/25/2025
- Veterinary Doctor's Assistant - Emergency | ACCESS Los Angeles | Culver City, CA | Exp: Open until filled
- Veterinary Assistant | Mission Animal Hospital | San Luis Obispo, CA | Exp: Open until filled
- Veterinary Assistant | Bruceville Pet Hospital | Elk Grove, CA | Exp: Open until filled
- Full-Time Veterinary Assistant | PetVet Care Centers' Animal Clinic of Benicia | Benicia, CA | Exp: Open until fillled
- Veterinary Assistant | The Country Vet | Novato, CA | Exp: Open until filled
Ongoing Applications
- CDPH Volunteer Internship Program- Ongoing Application
- UC Davis Undergraduate Research Opportunities in Ecology & Environmental Sciences | Several Departments | Ongoing Recruitment, Refreshed Frequently
- Clara's House Volunteer Program- Ongoing Application
- Volunteer at Mercy General Hospital- Ongoing Application
- MLT/Hematology | Q2 Solutions - No Expiry
*Last updated: June 15th, 2026*