Jennifer works in biotech at Novo Nordisk in Clayton, North Carolina. She pursued biotechnology through a program at Johnston Community College. Jennifer's professional roles evolved from entry-level production to management, leveraging her skills and the company's training programs. She emphasized the importance of practical experience and professional growth opportunities within Novo Nordisk. Jennifer advised aspiring biotechnologists to stay focused, believe in themselves, and take advantage of educational and career development opportunities.

Johnston Community College BioWork Certificate Program: https://www.johnstoncc.edu/programs/biowork.php

Careers at Novo Nordisk: https://www.novonordisk.com/careers/find-a-job.html

Dalton is a technician at Grifols Therapeutics in Clayton, North Carolina. Dalton shares his journey from high school to his current role, highlighting the impact of the BioWorks class he took in high school. He details his daily responsibilities, including working in buffer prep and the importance of detailed reporting. Dalton shares his experience of adjusting to a rotating shift schedule and the pride he feels in contributing to life-saving work. Dalton advises aspiring biotech professionals to be passionate, dedicated, and curious.

Johnston Community College BioWork Certificate Program: https://www.johnstoncc.edu/programs/biowork.php

Careers at Grifols: https://www.grifols.com/en/careers

Eroica, a lab assistant at Austin Community College (ACC), discusses her journey into biotechnology. Initially interested in biology and graphic design, Eroica discovered biotech through a recommended course. Her role involves cleaning, material prep, and demos, which she enjoys. She collaborates with UT Austin on projects with students and highlights the importance of connections, citing a pivotal meeting on a plane between her father and a biotech leader that led her to the biotech program at ACC. Eroica advises students to seize opportunities and value connections.

Austin Community College Biotechnology Program: ​​https://programs.austincc.edu/science-engineering-and-math/biotechnology/