Access to Rock Star Scientists

JGI Mentors: Ben Cole & Axel Visel, Genomics of Plant-Microbial Interactions

“The summer internship has further confirmed by desire to pursue a STEM career, specifically in a government lab. My favorite thing is the mentorship provided by JGI. Everyone at JGI is so nice and helpful.”

JGI Mentor: Susannah Tringe, Microbial Systems Group

“Everyone here is very kind and really open to talking about their work. It’s fun to be around people who are generous with their time and like nerding out about the big stuff, well, the little stuff! People hold office hours and you can pop in and ask them questions about all kinds of topics. It’s amazing to have access to rock star scientists who have done the groundbreaking work you’ve been reading about for years! And you can ask them about it! And they’re super nice!”

JGI Mentors: Tanja Woyke & Jessica Jarett, Single Cells Group

“My experience at JGI has exposed me to the wonderful work all scientists do here. It is motivating to be surrounded by passionate scientists working on interdisciplinary projects. I feel inspired to pursue a career in STEM. Everyone is so happy to know you and provide all resources to excel in your project.”

JGI Mentor: Albert Wu, Eukaryote Genomics
 

“This summer internship has broadened my skills and understandings in the field of genomics. This has reinforced my goal to pursue a career in STEM. I have not had one bad experience since stepping onto the JGI. Everyone here is so nice and willing to help. The second is the training that I am receiving. The mentorship I am receiving at JGI is giving me training that I am sure will benefit me for my entire career.”

JGI Mentors: Igor Grigoriev & Asaf Salamov, Fungal Program

“Working at the JGI has reinforced my plans to pursue a STEM career. I can see myself working at a national laboratory. My favorite things about working here have been the genial staff, helpfulness and patience of my JGI PIs, having lots of data to play around with.”