Are you interested in getting more involved in the field psychology, but don’t know where to start? The versatile field of psychology can lead to many paths: advocacy, business, mental health professions (clinical psychology, social work, therapy), education, law, medicine & health, and more!
Here are some resources to check out if you are looking to explore more of psychology on and off campus:
Guide for Clinical & Counseling Careers in Psychology
- Stop by the CEC for a physical copy or visit this link to gain an overview of FAQ on different careers in psychology, grad school admission factors, and recommended courses.
Mitch’s Uncensored Advice for Applying to Graduate School in Clinical Psychology
- Mitch Prinstein is a John Van Seters Distinguished Professor and Director of Clinical Psychology at the university of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. His online guide is an essential tool for those interested in applying for graduate school in clinical psychology. If you have questions on whether you really want to be a clinical psychologist, the difference between a Ph.D. vs. Psy.D., the application process of Doctoral Ph.D. programs in clinical psychology, how to go about the interview process for graduate psychology programs, and so much more, take a look at this resource!
Cornell Psi Chi
- Psi Chi’s Mission Statement:
- Psi Chi, the International Honors Society in psychology aims to recognize and promote excellence in the science and application in psychology. Cornell’s chapter promotes the academic and professional development of its members through hosting resume and cover letter workshops, graduate student panels, guest speakers (professors, psychologists, etc.), GRE workshops, and collaborating with other organization such as Guiding Eyes for the Blind. Recruitment begins at the beginning of each semester, and more information can be found on their website.
Psychology Internships and Positions Group:
- Request to join this google group for job and internship listings for HD/Psychology Students
Cornell Psychology/Human Development Labs:
- Getting more involved in research allows you to explore your options and delve deeper certain topics that interest you. Whether you want to work with infants, adolescents, or adults, whether you want to explore the biological aspects of cognition or sociological impacts of the environment on development, the diverse Human Development Labs can offer you rich and engaging opportunities.
Infants/Children:
Adolescents:
Adults:
Neuroscience/Biological:
Cognition:
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American Psychological Association (APA):
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- The APA is the leading scientific and professional organization representing psychology in the United States, with more than 115,700 researchers, educators, clinicians, consultants, and students as its members
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- The APA website and involvement in the organization can be used to learn more about gain a greater understand of psychology, to be updated on current research, to find career opportunities, etc.
- Visit their website for careers here!
Psychology and Medicine
- If you are Pre-Med, check out ways to get some clinical experience on and off campus!
Psychology and Law (Cornell PhD/JD)
- Did you know that Cornell has a PhD/JD program in Human Development? If you want to pursue both psychology and law, check out this link for more information!
Education
- If you are interested in applying your knowledge in psychology in education, check out our education career guide for more information!
Human Development Internship guide
- Check out the Human Development Internship guide to see what opportunities you can pursue during your breaks!