San Francisco, California, United States
- 6 week internship focused on learning about careers in the medical field, gaining research experience, and participating in the PIPS curriculum which consists of leadership skills and college preparations - Engaged in AAV gene therapy research under the Wright Lab at Stanford and shared findings to a scientific community via a research poster symposium - Received safety training and learned basic wet lab skills and techniques - Gained insight to research careers through attending lab meetings - Discussed immunology texts with lab mentors in journal club
- Lead whole group games and arts and crafts activities - Actively interacted with campers and helped resolve any arguments - Communicated with parents in Cantonese to clarify questions
- Monitor the gym, playground, and multi-purpose rooms - Wipe down handrails, tables, chairs - Answer the phone and lend out equipment in the office - Transition spaces for the next activity such as raising or lowering basketball hoops and setting up nets
- Gained exposure to neuroscience through lectures about brain anatomy, strokes, and epilepsy - Collaborated with my peers during trivia games and activities where we stepped into the role of doctors and diagnosed patients based on the information given - Participated in CPR training and suturing lessons - Networked with professionals in the field