Industry Aware exists to help life science students understand what’s possible beyond your degree.
Most life science degrees focus heavily on academia and research, while careers in biotech, pharma, or diagnostics are often poorly explained or not explained at all.
Industry Aware is here to close that gap by giving you clear and practical context around careers, internships, companies, and industry roles.
Ready to land your first internship?
How to Land an Internship in the Life Sciences is a step-by-step, student-friendly workbook designed to help life science students confidently navigate internships, applications, and early career decisions in the biotech industry.
Who this book is for:
Life science and biomedical science students
Undergraduate and postgraduate students
Students exploring biotech, pharma, and industry roles
Anyone unsure how to move from university into industry
This is not a generic career guide. It’s a practical workbook built for students who feel overwhelmed by career choices, confused by internship requirements, or unsure where they fit in the life science industry.
By the end of this book, you’ll have:
A clearer understanding of the biotech industry
Confidence in applying for internship
A stronger CV and LinkedIn profile
A realistic plan for gaining industry experience
If you’re studying life sciences and want to turn your degree into a meaningful industry career, this workbook is your starting point!
Learn first: read the blog 📖
The blog is designed to help you build understanding and confidence before applying for internships or jobs.
We write straightforward blog posts about:
Biotech career paths
Internships and work experience
Types of companies and roles in industry