Low GPA, interested in doing research

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A college junior with a GPA below 3.0 is seeking research, internship, or co-op opportunities in a lab for the upcoming fall, despite not attending classes due to financial constraints. The individual is open to various positions outside their school and emphasizes the desire for real-world experience. Suggestions include reaching out to professors for potential opportunities and highlighting relevant skills to enhance their chances of securing a position.
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Hello all,

I have a below 3.0 GPA, but am interested in doing any type of research / internship / co-op in some type of lab.
I'm not particularly picky at this point, I just want to get some experience.
I am looking for a position for FALL.
I am a junior in college but am not attending in Fall because of money issues, but would like to still get some real world experience.
*Something not at my school, sorry!

Thanks!
 
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Have you talked to some professors at your school? Seems like that would be a good place to start.
 
What skills you got?
 

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