The (AI)pril Fools Loop

^{Dear MedTech Students,}

_{^{The benefits of choosing Biomedical Engineering}}  

One interesting shift in biomedical engineering is that students are no longer waiting until graduation to work on healthcare innovation. In my previous issue featuring @IvanaMa founder of @TheHEARTVenture, I understood that students who love research are quite a large number. Sharing this visual that captures this evolving BioMedical Engineering ecosystem- (mapped by Jett van Der Wallen), who very graphically shares how biomedical engineering connects to multiple fields beyond the traditional lab or hospital pathways.

University projects are increasingly turning into early-stage health startups — where students choosing Biomedical as an Undergrad program contribute to sensor design, clinical data analysis, & AI-driven diagnostics. Here’s the bridge 👇

Idea → Prototype → Accelerator → Startup

Now,if you are a student with a health or med tech idea, UNSW’s Health10x Accelerator is a legit launchpad= where it gets real 🚀 

Concepts turn into startups→ pitch to investors → industry mentorship.

^{(Mom’s Napkin Math): Biomedical engineers are the translators between medicine & technology.Want help pitching your idea or preparing your startup story? Hit me up — pointers, templates, or a practice run. Happy to make your idea pop!}

^{Dear Readers,}

^{_{The Sprint To Space}}

Take a closer look at Australia’s first Moon rover program- opening its doors, offering a behind-the-scenes glimpse into what it really takes to build for space.

Missed this event? Keep an eye out—there will be more. But here’s something you can focus on right now 👇

🌛The crew of Artemis II is set to redefine what a deep-space exploring looks like. Fact check : Space isn’t just about astronauts being brave. It’s a reminder that  progress happens when we choose to go further—again.

🌛 Have you ever imagined what it would feel like to step inside the International Space Station? Google lets you explore it from the inside. It’s pretty cool!!

F1 Academy & Sephora Partnership Announcement

For all my CampusTalk readers, this opens up real opportunities — from volunteering at major events to exploring internships in marketing or PR, & getting involved in brand activations or campus campaigns.
This is where you get early exposure to how large-scale events & global partnerships actually work.

Last issue: Coca-Cola Arena.
This time: Sephora.

^{(Mom’s Napkin Math)When two respected brands collaborate, it signals credibility and popularity.Watch this space: get a chance to see how global campaigns are executed behind the scenes.}

^{Dear Students,}  

^{_{Something’s money can’t buy, they are free….for all other things there’s AI}}

Not your typical classroom.

The Rolex Watchmaking Training Center is a tuition-free, 18-month program built around hands-on learning—real tools, real skills, real precision.

Everything’s covered:
✅ tools
✅ materials
✅ plus a monthly stipend so you can actually focus on learning.

Hands on experience in:

• Micro-Mechanics

• Of course watch repair

• Job placement assistance

No distractions. Just craft. Programs like this teach rare, hands-on skills that give you flexibility, creativity, & a standout edge. Ready to pivot if needed!

^{(Mom’s Napkin Math): To all my creative, visual learners: if you love design, engineering, or problem-solving, programs like this give you hands-on experience & a rare skill to add to your portfolio.}

^{Dear High Schoolers,}

^{_{It’s a Girl’s Life Indeed!}}

Yippeee, I never imagined I would be writing about #student #opportunities in media or journalism — but here we are, and it’s genuinely refreshing to see so many young people passionate about this field.

The Summer 2026 Internship at Girls’ Life is an exciting opportunity for students with a passion for writing, fashion, beauty, entertainment, & all things Girls’ Life. The #internship opportunity offers hands-on experience in digital media, content creation, marketing, and more, providing valuable exposure to the world of digital publishing.

How to Apply: Submit a resume, cover letter & a writing sample  more details 👉️ Summer 2026 Internship Application.

^{(Mom’s napkin math): You don’t need to be perfect at Journalism/reporting— you just need to show that you have already started. Need help to piece it together ? Happy to help.}

Good to know before applying: 

Deadline to apply-March 31st

Program dates: June 1 through August 21

Qualifications:

✍️ Must be a current high school or college student or recent graduate with a keen interest in teen culture and digital media.

✍️ Remote (must be available to work in EDT)

✍️ Familiarity with graphic design (Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, etc.)merged with previous writing or editorial experience is a plus, but not required.  

^{Dear Students,}

^{Hiring Summer Interns}

Fortify Health is looking to bring on 8 interns across different divisions to support our growth initiatives.

This is a paid, full-time internship opportunity (2–4 months), where interns will work closely with teams and contribute meaningfully to real projects.

Apply: Submit a resume more details 👉️Summer Interns Wanted

Good to know before applying: 

Deadline to apply-April 6

^{(Mom’s napkin math): They are expanding their team-this is a great opportunity to work on impactful real initiatives,}

Campus 🎯 Shots

This space will highlight smart ideas shared by students in school & university on social media & other platforms — especially ideas, innovation & solutions for the larger student community. Everyone’s building. Everyone’s posting. But the best ideas? Easy to miss. I scroll, filter, & surface what actually matters—so you don’t have to.

Not every student needs to start from scratch.
Sometimes the smartest move is learning from someone just a few steps ahead.

I have been quietly following certain students for sometime now — not because of a flashy launch or a viral moment, but because of something rarer: consistency with purpose. Gratitude to all the students who agreed to be featured on CampusTalk. Dear student, If your idea appears here, it’s shared with care, respect, & credit wherever needed.

• Soham Mehta

3,500 applications for just ‘One role’. That’s where this story starts, A student looked at how hiring works… and something didn’t sit right. Write “project management’ & you pass, show real impact… sometimes you get missed?

That didn’t make sense. He saw the gap — His sister was hiring for a single role—& received 3,500 applications. She knew exactly what she was looking for.But screening that volume manually? It would’ve taken months. Months she didn’t have, & months the best candidates weren’t going to wait.

That’s when it clicked.The problem isn’t talent. It’s time. What started as a summer project for Soham turned into sharpscreen.ai — an AI-native platform that reads for context, not keywords. It evaluates what candidates actually accomplished, not just what buzzwords they listed. Over 100,000+ resumes screened with 99.6% accuracy.

❌ Keyword matching ✅ Context evaluation

From my HR days, this stands out: it’s layered, it’s intentional. He is still a student—yet building something genuinely solid. Fixing the gap through learning, curiosity, and intent. His launch is live. It’s out there. Built by a student who is not waiting—but figuring it out in real time.

^{(Mom’s Napkin Math):This isn’t a brand-new category—but it is a better execution of a broken one. Give it a chance.Explore it. Share it. Support it.}

• Miraya Verma

A student at International Academy East — & not waiting for college to start building. Founders like her are starting earlier than ever.(Yes, she’s still in school.)

She’s not picking one lane ✔️ Tech ✔️ Finance ✔️ Media & Content ✔️ Social Impact. ✔️ Consumer & lifestyle Education ✔️ Healthcare. LikeMinded brings GenZ builders into small teams (4–6), matched by what they want to create.

New cohort every month. Same drive. Different skills. One team.

Wait, that’s not all. She’s also building Clyra Advisory — a student-run financial consulting startup helping struggling small businesses turn things around.

And she’s not stopping there — she’s actively exploring finance programs, constantly pushing herself to learn & stay in motion. At this stage of student life, that kind of clarity + curiosity + consistency is rare & honestly, pretty inspiring. Are you a student/startup/stuck with an idea? This is your kind of room, If you are 👇️ 

• building in AI / SaaS / finance / creator economy

• looking for co-founders, early teams, collaborators

• done with ideas, focused on execution + accountability

^{(Mom’s Napkin Math):Not everyone needs another idea. Some just need the right people. Definitely one to watch — strong feeling about where she’s headed.}

Notice Board 📰 

• 5 Tips to Craft a Standout NASA Internship Application

• International Student Chemistry Olympiad 2026

• Letters to strangers Scholarship 2026

• Caltech has introduced a mandatory "Viva" oral exam

• Free for Teachers Tinkercad Webinar

The Shout-Out 🔈️ Section

Since this newsletter is a free platform for students it feels right to shine the spotlight to other free, student-led & or other purpose-driven initiatives out there. From charities & volunteer groups to campus clubs and community initiatives—these are the people quietly doing the work, creating impact, and making things better without asking for much in return.

If you’re a student group, nonprofit, or volunteer initiative creating positive change, this space is for you too. Sometimes all it takes is visibility for a good idea to grow.

MediSec is a student-led initiative, focused on something most people don’t think about until it’s too late:
cybersecurity in healthcare.

From protecting patient data to educating communities about digital safety, MediSec is working at the intersection of health, technology, & awareness—a space that’s only becoming more critical.

Why this matters (today more than ever) Healthcare + Data = High Stakes.

Yet awareness around: patient data/ privacy digital safety/cybersecurity in hospitals…is still limited. Bridging that gap—early, & at scale.

What they have already achieved (Not just a concept already in action)

• Reached 100+ community members through nonprofit fairs

• Conducted sessions for 150+ school students

• Created & distributed cybersecurity awareness booklets to hospitals

• Published 15–20 research projects on real-world topics

• Built a growing community of 70+ student contributors

📣Open call

This amazing team is now looking for:

• Sponsorship (even small contributions help)

• Printing & educational materials

• Partnerships with schools, hospitals, & communities

• Help in amplifying their work

(Mom’s Napkin Math): A quick request

Take a moment to explore their blog posts—the research is thoughtful, well-structured, & genuinely impressive for a student-led initiative. Well written-Well researched. Cybersecurity, especially in healthcare, deserves far more attention—& it’s great to see students stepping into this space early.

Student-led healthcare cybersecurity is still an emerging space—and that’s exactly why initiatives like MediSec stand out.