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Capital Vision

PreMed/PrePA/PreOptometry Student Clinical Externship

Capital Vision

Recruitment began on

Expires on

July 11, 2026

Position: Student Extern (Volunteer, Part-Time)
Commitment: Minimum 3 months
Availability: At least 1 day/week (2 preferred)  ( Monday-Friday)

Eligibility:

Pursuing or completed a Bachelor’s degree

Interest in medicine, optometry, nursing, PA studies, ophthalmic technology, or related health fields

What You’ll Gain:

Direct exposure to a clinical setting with patient interaction

Shadowing physicians and medical staff

Learning to take patient histories and communicate effectively with patients

Exposure to vision testing and ophthalmic diagnostic equipment (OCT, visual fields, imaging)

Observation of minor procedures

Introduction to front-desk and medical office operations

Professional Development:

Resume-building experience

Opportunity for a letter of recommendation

Optional workshops on clinical skills, histories, and interview preparation

Academic Credit:
May be eligible for college credit depending on your school’s requirements.

How to Apply:
Please submit your resume, a brief statement of interest, and your availability for the upcoming semester.


Meet the Team

Beth Ricca

Beth Ricca, ’94M

Executive Director for Career Development

Jeffrey Mass, ’04, ’17M

Director for Employer Engagement

Harry Termyna, ’19, ’21M

Assistant Director of Career Development;
Adjunct

Rosie Chisolm

Coordinator for Career Engagement

Elizabeth Cotta

Office Coordinator

Contact

Phone (732) 571-3471

Email: careerdevelopment@monmouth.edu

Rebecca Stafford Student Center, First Floor.
400 Cedar Avenue
West Long Branch, NJ 07726-1898

Hours

  • Monday 8:45 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Tuesday 8:45 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Wednesday 8:45 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Thursday 8:45 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Friday 8:45 a.m. – 5 p.m.