Biology Outcomes, Careers, and Internships
Springfield College Post-Graduation Outcomes
In a recent survey of 2023-24 graduates, 80% of graduates who responded from our Biology, Environmental Science, and Sports Biology programs reported being employed or enrolled in graduate school.
Employers and Job Titles
Here is a sampling of our past graduates employers and job titles.
| Company Name | Job Title | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Moderna | Manufacturing Associate I | Norwood, MA |
| Brewster Ambulance Service | Emergency Medical Technician | Taunton, MA |
| New York Oncology Hematology | Medical Assistant | Clifton Park, NY |
| Penn State Football | Strength and Conditioning Coach | State College, PA |
Graduate School
Many of our graduates opt to further their studies through graduate school, which opens up even more doors. Students go on to advance their education in programs like the Springfield College graduate programs or through various educational and teaching licensure graduate programs.
| College/University Name |
|---|
| Clarkson University |
| University of Hartford |
| University of St. Joseph |
Career Paths
With your Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, you’ve got options. Depending on the courses you take during your undergraduate career, you can specialize in things such as human anatomy to plant science to cell biology to chemistry, all of which can ultimately help shape your career. You’ll be ready for an entry-level career in the fields of health care, government, education, or other industries.
Entry Level:
- Biological Technician
- Laboratory Technician (in various settings such as forensics, research, pharmaceuticals and other industries, hospitals and clinics, state and federal laboratories)
- Research Assistant
- Zoologist/Wildlife Biologist
With Further Certification or Graduate Training:
- Biotechnology Business Owner
- College Professor
- Dentist
- Medical Doctor
- Physician Assistant
- Physical Therapist
- Radiologist
- Research Scientist
- Veterinarian
Internships
Internships are an excellent opportunity to start building your experience and resume before graduation. Faculty also provide guided independent research for laboratory experience. Springfield College has established internship locations (mainly in environmental and ecology/plant bio), check out our available internships.
