Cohort 7 Launches This Summer: Biotech Boot Camp Builds the Workforce of Tomorrow
Biotech Boot Camp Returns: Connecting Talent to Careers in a Growing Industry
By Latrice Lewis
The Biotech Boot Camp program is launching the 7th cohort! An information session will be held in May for those interested in applying for this exciting training, which will run from July 21 to August 15. As with previous cohorts, we will guarantee interviews with regional bio-industry business contacts for all graduates of the Biotech Boot Camp. Bio-industry business partners will have an opportunity to participate in multiple ways: READ MORE:
Giving a class presentation during portions of the program
Providing tours of their facilities
Participating in interview upon graduation
This is a great opportunity to connect with emerging talent and support workforce development in the region.
Program Success Story: QA Technician to Supervisor
Since its launch during the pandemic, the Biotech Boot Camp has helped over 38 graduates find employment in the life sciences industry. Examples of positions obtained by students include; Sr QA technician, Repository Technician, Cell Therapy Specialist, Project Manager, and Production Technician. One standout success story is particularly inspiring:
A graduate who began as a QA Technician I has been promoted to a supervisor role in less than four years. Now, as a supervisor, they are partnering with Frederick County Workforce Services to help recruit graduates from future Biotech Boot Camps to join their team.
This is a powerful example of how investing in workforce development creates a lasting pipeline of talent—truly bringing the mission full circle.