Applications & Opportunities

Team KiPOW Volunteer Recruitment

Team KiPOW is currently looking for enthusiastic individuals interested in health education and working with kids to help lead weekly health education sessions to 5th grade students at Scholarship Prep in Santa Ana. If you would like to help teach 5th graders about the importance of nutrition and exercise, Team KiPOW would love to have you join the team! We are planning to begin our session during October, and we will be holding 20 sessions overall! The sessions will be on Fridays from 9:10-11:00 AM at Scholarship Prep. Our first session will be on October 24th. If you are interested, please read below to learn about this wonderful opportunity to help fight childhood obesity!

Basics of Team KiPOW:
Team KiPOW is a CHOC/UCI School of Medicine organization consisting of CHOC resident physicians, UC Irvine medical students, and local volunteers committed to fighting childhood obesity in Orange County! Team KiPOW visits OC elementary schools on a weekly basis to teach a health lesson to 5th grade students and eat lunch and exercise with them so that the students could mirror what the health mentors do.

How you can join:
1) Submit a Team KiPOW Volunteer Application: https://forms.gle/5jMTWDfgpC3En22M7. Applications are rolling so feel free to submit at any time in the year!
2) Submit the Volunteer Contract for 2025-2026. This will be sent to you after we have received your application.
3) Sign up for KiPOW shifts!
Don’t hesitate to submit any questions or concerns to teamkipowoc@gmail.com.
Looking forward to having you join our team!

Frequently Asked Questions:
Do I have to commit to attending all 20 Team KiPOW sessions throughout the year?
No! While we (and the 5th graders) appreciate seeing familiar faces each week, we have a GoogleDoc that allows you to sign up for sessions according to your availability.

What is the application process for Team KiPOW?
Since we are working with the Orange County Department of Education, all volunteers have to complete a background check. However, we simply need to know whether or not you have had one! If you already have obtained a background check in the past, for school or any form of volunteering/ activity, you do not need to get one again.
Additionally, volunteers must complete the volunteer application (Team KiPOW Volunteer Application)!

Who will I be working with?
Team KiPOW members include UC Irvine medical students, pediatric residents, undergraduate students, and other community members interested in health education and working with kids!

What are some examples of Team KiPOW lessons?
Lesson topics cover a wide range of health topics including “Healthy Snacks and Food Safety,” “Fruits and Vegetables,” and “Exercise and Blood Pressure.

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Shadowing Opportunities with Atlantis

Atlantis is a hospital shadowing program that runs in Europe for pre-health students during school breaks and allows students to observe different specialties each week for 20 hours per week. They are now accepting applications for Winter 2025-2026 and Summer 2026, and will be offering you a $300 flight credit towards the program if you enroll before November 21, 2025.

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COPE Health Scholars Pre-Health Opportunity

The COPE Health Scholars Program is an immersive educational experience that provides hands-on clinical and administrative exposure in a hospital setting. Our program is designed for students who are exploring or actively pursuing careers in health care, offering them the opportunity to gain real-world experience, build professional skills, and make meaningful contributions to patients and clinical care teams.

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UCSB Sea Turtle Field Course and Expedition – Costa Rica Summer 2026

Created by a graduate and lecturer from UC Santa Bárbara – Bren School of Environmental Science & Management, BIOMA has provided to over two thousand university students worldwide with a two-week intensive academic & high quality sea turtle experiential learning and hands-on research experience. Our participants collaborate side by side with experts to learn about sea turtle biology, ecology and management while doing impactful on-site conservation work and living in a local community. 
 
Student teams (about 18 like-minded students per group), will build skills of real world application, boost their resume and knowledge while discovering incredible landscapes at Costa Rica’s Pacific sunshine coast. 

Join to not only learn about sea turtles and science. It’s about connecting people and creating an unbreakable bond between science and humanities.

Program Highlights:
· University student tailored, two-week hands-on research and conservation program with endangered sea turtles with experts
· Some students can gain academic credit (4 units) through internship or independent studies (depending on the University)
· Travel to one of the most bio-diverse, safest and happiest countries in the world, Costa Rica
· Become part of a wonderful local coastal community in a fully immersive program
· Make friends and build connections with other like-minded students
· Boost your resume with an official Certificate from the Costa Rica Ministry of Environment
· Apply what you learned in class into the field and connect with people & nature.
· Over 15 years of experience and more than two thousand students.

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UCEAP – Study Biological Sciences Abroad, Apps Open Nov. 13

Applications open soon:
• Nov. 13: Summer 2026 programs
• Nov. 20: Fall 2026 and yearlong 2026-27 programs

UCEAP offers over 80 programs worldwide with coursework in biological sciences!
 
Program Spotlights in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
Field Studies in Biodiversity, Singapore Spend your summer in Singapore studying biodiversity and conservation with expert field biologists. Apply classroom concepts in tropical environments during a one-week field trip to a Malaysian rainforest.
Marine Science for Conservation, New Zealand Explore marine conservation through labs, field trips, and seminars in New Zealand. Learn from expert researchers as you study ecological, cultural, and economic perspectives on marine sustainability.
Tropical Biology and Conservation, Costa Rica Develop your skills as a scientist through extensive field work, dedicated mentorship, and a hands-on independent research project in Costa Rica’s diverse ecosystems.
University of British Columbia, Canada Take courses at the Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre during the fall, where pristine marine habitats support learning in behavioral ecology, evolutionary biology, marine plant aquaculture, microbiology, and toxicology.

Program Spotlights for Molecular, Cell, and Developmental Biology
Biological and Life Sciences, Maastricht, Netherlands Solve real-world problems and engage in a research project on a team of student peers at state-of-the-art facilities at one of the Netherlands’ most international universities.
Mahidol University International College, Thailand Study at a leading research university with strengths in human disease, agricultural innovation, and regional bio-products. Engage in coursework that connects science, technology, and research innovation.
University of Bristol, UK-England Experience a “Medical Sciences Study Taster” with courses in pharmacology, neuroscience, anatomy, and molecular biology—ideal for students interested in health and medical sciences.
University of St. Andrews, UK-Scotland Take biology courses like Molecular Virology and Infection and Disease at Scotland’s oldest university. Explore interdisciplinary themes such as Travel and Exploration, Sustainability, and Unique to St. Andrews.

These are only a few of the options available to you. Explore more programs with coursework in biological sciences.

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UCI Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program

The Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP) provides advising, resources, and events to help UCI undergraduate students from any major get involved in research and creative activities with UCI faculty.

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UCI Sage Scholars Program

The SAGE Scholars Program at UC Irvine supports high-achieving, economically disadvantaged college students in pursuing their workforce and graduate school goals. The program focuses on building the confidence, experience, and professional connections students need to achieve long-term academic and career success.

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MARS – A Mentorship Program to Help Students Navigate Undergraduate Research and Academia

The Mentors for Academic and Research Success (MARS) program, developed by Research Outreach at UCI (ROUCI), is a mentorship initiative aimed at connecting students with experienced undergraduate researchers who share similar interests, research goals, and career aspirations. The program focuses on offering guidance to undergraduate students in their academic, career, and research pursuits. Its objective is to cultivate a supportive community that enhances peer networking and promotes success for all participants.

Program Overview & Important Dates

  • MARS Mentor-Mentee Mixer – Week 3 (Wednesday 10/15/24 @5:30PM): Mentors and potential mentees will have the chance to meet and chat with each other.
  • MARS Match Day – Week 6 (Wednesday, 11/05/24 @5PM): Mentors and mentees are officially matched!

Mentors and mentees will be asked to meet at least 4 times in one quarter. Socials will also be held throughout the program’s course to provide further opportunities for mentors and mentees to meet.

FOR MENTORS: Mentor Applications are currently open and are due Saturday, 10/11/25 @11:59PM.

FOR MENTEES: Attendance at the MARS Mentor-Mentee Mixer is required to become a mentee. Please fill out this RSVP form by Saturday, 10/11/25 @11:59PM.

  • To note, this RSVP does not confirm your status as a MARS mentee.
  • Mentee Applications will open at the start of the Mixer (10/15) and close at the end, making attendance essential to participating in the program.

Got Questions?

Please contact the ROUCI email: rouciteam@gmail.com. To learn more about our club, visit our website and Instagram (@researchoutreachuci)

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TriBETA at UCI Fall 2025 Recruitment

Beta Beta Beta (TriBeta) at UCI is a biological sciences honor society with the objective of supporting undergraduate students interested in biological studies and scientific research. The primary goal of Tri Beta is to create a network of students who will cultivate each other’s interest in biology and research. We seek to introduce students to scientific discoveries pertaining to biology, and to encourage students to make their own discoveries through research. The chapter will support students by offering the opportunity to apply for research grants, promoting biological research, and publicizing the scientific discoveries they have made. Additionally, the chapter seeks to support its members as student-researchers and future leaders.

For Fall 2025, we will be having biweekly meetings on even week Tuesdays at 5-6 PM in Donald Bren Hall 1427. Learn more about the chapter, membership benefits, research, and more at our meetings. If you would like to become a national member, please fill out this membership form by Wednesday, October 22nd, at 11:59 PM. If you would like to learn more about the organization before applying, please fill out this interest form at any time. 
 
For any additional questions, contact us at:
Email: tribetauci@gmail.com
Instagram: @tribetauci

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California Ecology and Conservation- Apply for Spring 2026

California Ecology and Conservation is a seven-week field program that brings UC students together for intensive scientific training at NRS reserves. Students complete a series of research projects, learn field techniques, and present findings in oral, poster, and written formats. They hone research, public speaking, and scientific writing skills while gaining familiarity with California’s ecosystems.

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Project Horseshoe Farm – Community Health Gap Year Fellowship


We are a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that offers service and support programs to improve the health and quality of life of adults and children in our partner communities.

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