Pathways in Health Technology 2027

  • Pathways in Health Technology 2027

  • DUE DATE: Wednesday, September 30, 2026, 11:59PM PST

    Pathways in Health Technology is a program that aims to develop the next generation of leaders in the health technology industry by providing access and exposure to industry leaders, career opportunities, and essential skills to thrive in the field. The program encompasses three core elements:

    • Project-based work in small groups with a healthtech company
    • Medtech education exploring opportunities in all disciplines related to health and health technology
    • Mental & emotional workshops to develop and strengthen mindsets

    Participants will discover integral parts of the medtech ecosystem through interactive career panels, technology exhibits that showcase the approach and process for developing technology, and a guided biodesign bootcamp project paired with a health technology company. Students gain hands-on experience working in small groups on a clinical project for a healthtech company, then present their novel ideas at the program's culmination. Throughout the experience, targeted sessions exploring topics such as how to ask questions and managing imposter syndrome will equip participants with an empowered mindset they can use in any professional setting in the future. Students will be exposed to mental and emotional strategies that will provide a solid platform to level up both academically and professionally. Students will also receive a small stipend as part of their participation.

    The program is specifically for community college students who are underrepresented and underresourced in the medtech industry. The ideal participant is a student with sophomore standing and at least one year of calculus, chemistry, biology or physics.

    A complete application includes:

    • College transcript
    • One Letter of Recommendation
    • Personal statement (500 words)
    • Two 15-minute virtual interviews

    Once you've created an account, applications can be saved and edited, but all final submissions are due Wednesday, September 30, 2026, 11:59PM PST

    If you need additional time to send your letter of recommendation, e-mail claudine@diversitybydoing.org.

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  • To which gender identity do you most identify?*
  • How would you describe yourself?*
  • Are you a first-generation college student?*
  • Do you qualify for a Cal Grant or Pell Grant?*
  • I will be enrolled at this school on January 2027.*
  • Do you intend to transfer?*
  • How did you hear about this opportunity?*

  • Essays and Open Response Questions

  • Please submit a personal statement about your interest in healthcare or medical innovation.

  • A few suggested prompts:

    • Describe an experience or encounter that sparked your interest in healthcare or medical innovation. How did this experience influence your passion for the field?
    • Discuss any specific medical innovations or advancements that have captured your attention and why they inspire you.
    • Reflect on how your academic or extracurricular experiences have contributed to your interest in healthcare or medical innovation.
    • Share any challenges you have faced and how they have shaped your determination to pursue a career in healthcare or medical innovation.
    • Explain how your unique skills, interests, and values align with the healthcare or medical innovation field and set you apart as a candidate.
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