<p>I'm an incoming junior in New Jersey, working at an independent embryonic stem cell lab in New York. Although I do shadow the research/experiments going on, take notes, assist with maintenance, etc., I'm not allowed to touch the stem cell lines because of their value. So, I work with funding. I research the contact information of philanthropists who have worked in the medical field, write and send letters, meet with the public relations managers, try to create opportunities for publicity, make phone calls, do filing, etc. Since the lab works directly with patients, I also maintain a relationship with them. So here are my questions:
1. What could I call myself on a college application?
2. Does this type of work look good on a college application? I do sign the name on these letters, so I feel like I'm more than just a secretary.
Another thing I'm worried about is the fact that I work at NYU, and my mother works at NYU. We work in completely different buildings and I got this opportunity completely on my own by emailing professors, but I'm not sure how to outline this without sounding immature. What do you think?</p>
<p>You aren’t really researching…so I’d probably just call myself an office intern/secretary…ish position. I don’t think it would really help on an application, considering you really aren’t adding anything of scientific value, but maybe it would help if you emphasize the service/volunteering part?..I’m sorry if I come off a bit blunt!</p>
<p>Agree that this internship sounds an administrative assistant position in a research lab.</p>