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Digital Agriculture REEU
Purdue University will again offer a 10-week experience focused on data science in agriculture. This USDA/NIFA-funded program gets rave reviews by past participants who have come from all around the US and from a wide variety of majors. Participants will get a blend of advanced spreadsheets, geographic information systems, Python, and R with applications in an assortment of agricultural production, processing, and marketing contexts. There is a stipend for participation. Faculty instructors represent Agricultural and Biological Engineering, Statistics, and Electrical and Computer Engineering.
See below under "Summer Purdue Research Opportunities"
Contact: Dennis Buckmaster at dbuckmas@purdue.edu
Website: NIFA REEU
Entomology Undergraduate Research Opportunities
The Department of Entomology’s research portfolio consists of basic science that builds on strengths in insect/plant interactions, and applied pest management research focused on stakeholder needs and priorities. We work on a range of insect and nematode problems using diverse tool-sets and varied disciplinary approaches. Our research areas include: Arthropod Molecular Biology and Genomics, Pest Management, Host Plant/Insect/Nematode Interactions, Environmental and Evolutionary Entomology, International Development and Cooperation and Insect Science Education.
Contact: Amanda Wilson at apendle@purdue.edu
Website: Entomology
Purdue Undergraduate Research Experiences for Plant Biology and Data Science (PURE-PD)
The Purdue Undergraduate Research Experiences for Plant Biology and Data Science (PURE-PD) is a 10-week immersive research program that connects undergraduate researchers with state-of-the-art authentic research in plant biology and big-data-driven science practices. The PURE-PD program is sponsored by the National Science Foundation.
See below under "Summer Purdue Research Opportunities"
Website: PURE-PD
Summer College of Agriculture Research Fellowship (SCARF, formerly MASI)
Find your passion in undergraduate research! The Summer College of Agriculture Research Fellowship (SCARF) is designed to expose you to the wide-ranging field of plant sciences and STEM fields (science, technology, engineering and math).
SCARF (formerly known as MASI) is open to Purdue College of Agriculture undergraduate students each summer. Students experience in-depth, hands-on research, participate in a series of science communication workshops including bi-weekly assignments, and attend faculty seminars and industry tours.
See below under "Summer Undergraduate Research Opportunities"
Website: SCARF
Undergraduate Research Training Program
Undergraduate students have a wonderful opportunity to gain invaluable research experience through the Undergraduate Research Training Program (URT) in the College of Education. Qualified students at the sophomore, junior or senior level in any academic discipline who are interested in research on teaching and learning are eligible for this program. Generally, a cumulative index of 3.00 is expected for admission to the program.
Contact: Youli Mantzicopoulos-James at mantzi@purdue.edu
Website: URT
Engineering Projects In Community Service (EPICS)
EPICS is a unique program in which teams of undergraduates are designing, building, and deploying real systems to solve engineering-based problems for local community service and education organizations.
Contact: epics@purdue.edu
Website: EPICS
Global Engineering Programs and Partnerships (GEP2)
In celebration of the accomplishments Purdue engineering students and faculty have made in tackling international development challenges and to inspire greater achievements in this field, the I2D Lab Exposition is held every Spring at the end of March.
Contact: gep@purdue.edu
Website: GEP
Mechanical Engineering Scholarships & Information
Website: https://engineering.purdue.edu/ME/Undergraduate/ResearchOpportunities
Specific scholarship: Bottomley Scholarship. Website changes annually.
SCALE Workforce Development in Microelectronics
SCALE is Purdue’s major research and workforce development contract, funded by the Department of Defense. SCALE will provide mentoring, internship matching and targeted research projects for college students interested in three microelectronics specialty areas: radiation-hardening, heterogeneous integration/advanced packaging, and system on a chip. This is open to US citizen undergraduate students with a GPA of 2.8 or above, in first-year engineering or an eligible engineering major (Electrical & Computer Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, and First-Year Engineering), with interest in careers in microelectronics.
Contact: Heather Anthrop at hantrhop@purdue.edu
Website: SCALE Program
Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowships (SURF) Program
The SURF program provides undergraduates opportunity to gain hands-on research experience by exploring a topic of interest alongside a Purdue professor and graduate student. During the 11-week summer program, students develop their knowledge of the research process by contributing to a real world project, network with other researchers, and present their discoveries at the end of the summer. The program offers full time, paid research positions on the Purdue campus and is open to students from all disciplines.
See below under "Summer Undergraduate Research Opportunities"
Contact: surf@purdue.edu
Website: SURF
Summer Undergraduate Research in Global Engineering (SURGE)
Website: SURGE
Vertically Integrated Projects (VIP)
The Vertically Integrated Projects (VIP) Program provides an opportunity for undergraduate students to earn academic credit while engaging in authentic and extended research and design projects related to active research areas of Purdue faculty members and national, international, and industry-sponsored design challenges. Students can participate on interdisciplinary and vertically-integrated teams (first-year through seniors) with faculty and graduate student mentors for multiple semesters to address these real-world research and design challenges.
Contact: vip@purdue.edu
Website: VIP
Undergraduate Research Opportunities
Contact: Kim Sagendorf at ksagendorf@purdue.edu
Website: HHS Undergraduate Research Website
Discovery Undergraduate Interdisciplinary Research Internship (DURI) Program
The Discovery Undergraduate Interdisciplinary Research Internship (DUIRI) program is designed to involve Purdue undergraduates in the interdisciplinary research environment of the Discovery Park District. The program provides opportunities for students to work with researchers on cutting edge research projects that involve combining two or more disciplinary strengths. Working closely with researchers, students experience the excitement, challenge, and power of truly interdisciplinary research in the fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
Contact Kate Mitsch for DURI at duristudent@purdue.edu
Website: DURI Website
Vertically Integrated Projects (VIP)
The Vertically Integrated Projects (VIP) Program provides an opportunity for undergraduate students to earn academic credit while engaging in authentic and extended research and design projects related to active research areas of Purdue faculty members and national, international, and industry-sponsored design challenges. Students can participate in interdisciplinary and vertically-integrated teams (first-year through seniors) with faculty and graduate student mentors for multiple semesters to address these real-world research and design challenges.
Contact: vip@purdue.edu
Website: VIP
Interns for Indiana and for Entrepreneurship
The Purdue Interns for Indiana program, partially funded by the Lilly Endowment, Inc., is an innovative approach to keeping Indiana's college graduates in Indiana. By matching high-quality student interns with Indiana startup companies, Purdue aims to accelerate company growth while providing students with valuable educational experiences.
Website: ENTREPRENEURSHIP EDUCATION | Interns for Indiana
Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LSAMP)
The National Science Foundation’s Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation Program is aimed at increasing the quality and quantity of students successfully completing science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) baccalaureate degree programs, and increasing the number of students interested in, academically qualified for and matriculated into programs of graduate study. LSAMP supports sustained and comprehensive approaches that facilitate achievement of the long-term goal of increasing the number of students who earn doctorates, particularly those from populations underrepresented in STEM fields.
See below under "Summer Undergraduate Research Opportunities"
Contact Ignacio Camarillo at ignacio@purdue.edu
Website: LSAMP
The Data Mine
The first large-scale living learning community for undergraduates from all majors, focused on Data Science for All. Hillenbrand Hall has an 800-student capacity. It is filled with new learning communities of students preparing for the data-driven workforce of the 21st century.
Contact The Data Mine at datamine@purdue.edu
Website: The Data Mine
Purdue Alliance For Graduate Education & Professoriate (AGEP)
The Purdue AGEP campus offers a unique opportunity for incoming graduate students. Once you have been admitted to one of the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) disciplines, you can ask your department to nominate you for the AGEP Bridge Transitional Program.
Contact: agep@purdue.edu
Website: AGEP
Network for Computational Nanotechnology Undergraduate Research Experience (NCN-URE)
The Network for Computational Nanotechnology (NCN) funds a number of undergraduate research projects each summer in several science and engineering areas; projects may be multidisciplinary. We are looking for enthusiastic and qualified students with a strong background in engineering, physics, computer science or math who can code in at least one language (such as Python, C++, or MATLAB). Applicants should have completed their 1st year at Purdue by the start of summer and must satisfy the requirements of the specific project(s). Details about the program, including project descriptions and past projects, are available at https://nanohub.org/groups/ncnure.
Contact Tanya Faltens at nanohubresearch@gmail.com
Website: https://nanohub.org/groups/ncnure
Purdue University Center for Cancer Research (PCCR)
Studies cancers at the cellular level to discover how they develop, progress and respond to treatment. Finds ways to detect cancer sooner and treat it more effectively. Shares its work with scientists and physicians worldwide to save and enhance human lives.
Apply through SROP
Website: Cancer Research
Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowships (SURF) Program
The SURF program provides undergraduates opportunity to gain hands-on research experience by exploring a topic of interest alongside a Purdue professor and graduate student. During the 11-week summer program, students develop their knowledge of the research process by contributing to a real world project, network with other researchers, and present their discoveries at the end of the summer. The program offers full time, paid research positions on the Purdue campus and is open to students from all disciplines.
See below under "Summer Undergraduate Research Opportunities"
Contact surf@purdue.edu
Website: SURF | | Summer Programs
Summer Stay Research Opportunities
Summer Stay allows approximately 100 undergraduate students to earn scholarships worth up to $2,500 for completing 140 hours of on-campus research experience alongside 9+ credit hours of coursework. Research hours count toward the credit hour requirement.
See below under "Summer Undergraduate Research Opportunities"
Website: Summer Stay
Growing Entrepreneurially-Minded Undergraduate Researchers with New Product Development in Applied Energy REU
The goal of this project is to provide underrepresented engineering and engineering technology students with a research experience that combines the best aspects of academic applied research, such as strong theory basis and rigorous scholarship, with essential business practices such as real-world customer discovery and the generation of sound business plans.
See below under "Summer Undergraduate Research Opportunities"
Website: Purdue REU
Krannert School of Management Undergraduate Research Opportunities
If you are looking for other Krannert research opportunities, please connect with your professors or centers at Krannert.
- Krenicki Center for Business Analytics & Machine Learning
- Global Supply Chain Management Initiative
- To learn about the GSCMI projects, please connect with Steve Dunlop at dunlops@purdue.edu.
- Brock-Wilson Center for Women in Management
- Purdue University Center for Research in Economics (PURCE)
- Vernon Smith Experimental Economics Laboratory
Advisors can also direct students to courses with a research focus.
Contact Lindsay Mechem Rosokha for John Martinson Honors College projects @ lmechem@purdue.edu.
Margo Katherine Wilke Undergraduate Research Internship Program
The Margo Katherine Wilke Undergraduate Research Internship (Wilke) program was made possible by a generous bequest from the Margo Katherine Wilke Trust and receive additional support from the Office of the President. The program is intended to nurture a lifelong interest in learning and appreciation of the humanities and other liberal arts disciplines which were important to Margo Katherine Wilke Melichar. In addition, it seeks to stimulate awareness of advanced research and promote interest in graduate education.
Contact Holly Tittle-Hudson at htittleh@purdue.edu
Summer Pharmacy Research Fellowships
A student selected to participate in any of these fellowships will, by the end of the spring 2021 semester, have completed at least his/her second year of undergraduate or professional study with an excellent record, and will be interested in seriously investigating the possibility of a career in research. Preference will be given to students who have completed their third year of undergraduate or professional study at a U.S. institution. These fellowships are intended for students who have a serious interest in research as a possible career (including faculty positions) and who want to explore a research environment in more depth to enable them to make an informed career choice.
See below under "Summer Undergraduate Research Opportunities"
Website: Summer Research Fellowships
Applied Research
Advance the frontiers of knowledge, innovate technologies that address the grand challenges of society to serve humanity, and improve the quality of life around the world. While remaining grounded in our rich heritage of classroom instruction, the College of Technology has heightened its efforts in pursuing funded research. We believe that incorporating active research into the curriculum makes for a richer learning experience and reaffirms the practical use-inspired nature of the technology disciplines.
Contact Steve Elliott at elliott@purdue.edu
Website: Research
Polytechnic Summer Research Opportunities
The Purdue Polytechnic Institute Research Office wants undergraduate Polytechnic students to experience first-hand how they can impact the advancement of human knowledge and our society. To encourage students, the Polytechnic Research Impact Areas (RIA) are inviting students to apply for research internships. Research internships (up to 15 weeks) will be awarded for projects that align with the RIAs, as demonstrated through faculty mentor involvement in one or more RIA, and have the potential to advance research in the relevant field.
Dates: May - August 2021
Deadline: March 12, 2021
Full Information: Flier
Physics REU
In each research project, students will work closely with a member of our faculty. The projects will be in a wide variety of areas, including high energy physics, accelerator mass spectrometry, condensed matter physics, geophysics, biophysics, nuclear physics, and astrophysics.
Dates: June 1 - August 6, 2021
Deadline: Feb. 1, 2021
Website: Physics REU
Analyze This REU - Analytical Chemistry Applied to Interdisciplinary Research
Spend the summer at Purdue University conducting cutting edge research in Analytical Chemistry! The Analytical Division in Purdue’s Department of Chemistry consists of 18 faculty members who currently supervise 80 graduate and 40 undergraduate research assistants. Their research areas include, but are not limited to, medical imaging, cancer research, drug delivery, nanomaterial development, atmospheric chemistry, forensics, environmental chemistry, advanced instrumentation development and understanding fundamental chemical mechanisms. US News and World report ranked Purdue as the #1 analytical chemistry program in the United States.
- The 10-week program extends from May 22 to July 28, 2023
- Earn a $5,000 stipend for summer
- On-campus housing, meal stipend, and reasonable travel expenses provided
- Participate in extracurricular activities and campus-wide learning communities
Dates: May 22 - July 28, 2023
Deadline: TBD when application opens
Website: Analyze This REU
Veterinary Scholars Summer Research Program
The goal of the Veterinary Scholars Summer Research Program is to increase the number of veterinarians involved in biomedical and clinical research. The program provides an opportunity for veterinary students and undergraduate students interested in veterinary medicine to explore non-practice careers by engaging in a mentored research project and through informal and formal interactions with scientists. Veterinary students also will travel to the Boehringer Ingelheim NIH National Veterinary Scholars Symposium.
Contact Harm HogenEsch @ vetresearch@purdue.edu
Website: Veterinary Scholars
Center for Paralysis Research
Since its inception in 1987, the CPR has been involved in three human clinical trials (including multiple canine trials) as well as having one therapy being sold and marketed for patients with multiple sclerosis. This history of translational research is unique at Purdue and underscores our commitment to improving quality of life for both animals and humans. Dr. Jianming Li created a "Tips" sheet for those undergraduates who would like to see research opportunities.
Website: CPR Website
Summer Research Program for Students and Pre-vet Students (SROP)
The Purdue SROP has the goal of enhancing diversity in academic, government, and industry positions that require graduate degrees. It is our aim to encourage talented undergraduate students from social and economic backgrounds that are underrepresented in research careers to pursue graduate education, and to enhance their preparation for graduate study. This program involves intensive research experiences with faculty mentors.
Email srop@purdue.edu
Website: SROP
Advancing Army Modernization Priorities - Undergraduate Program (AAMP-UP)
The Advancing Army Modernization Priorities – Undergraduate Program (AAMP-UP) is an 11-week summer research program that provides an immersive, experiential environment for undergraduates to collaborate with energetic materials experts on projects ranging from synthesis to machine learning to additive manufacturing in explosives, pyrotechnics, and propellants. Purdue and non-Purdue students are eligible and will receive a stipend and summer housing.
Dates: May 15 - August 2, 2023
Application Window: January 9 - February 10, 2023
Website: AAMP-UP
Biochemistry REU
This National Science Foundation-sponsored program provides advanced training in the manipulation and analysis of proteins for undergraduate students. It facilitates a deep understanding of experimental laboratory research, insights into protein biochemistry, and contemplation of the broader context of research. A wide range of student research projects mentored by faculty in the Department of Biochemistry is available. Examples include the experimental analysis of enzyme mechanisms, post-translational protein modifications, proteomics, and protein-nucleic acid interactions studied in the biological context of cell cycle control, chromatin regulation, and renewable energy research.
Benefits: $6,000 stipend, $750 meal allowance, on-campus housing, road transportation to West Lafayette
Dates: May 22 - July 29, 2023
Deadline: Feb. 15, 2023
Website: Purdue Biochemistry REU
Digital Agricultural Data Science REEU
This summer experiential research program, hosted at Purdue University, is designed to equip 5 cohorts with a total of 47 participants with data science skills that complement their agricultural discipline knowledge. We will enable them to contribute to the rapidly developing research and practice of digital agriculture in a student-centered, active-learning environment with a combined course/research experience.
Dates: May 23 - July 28, 2023
Deadline: March 6, 2023 at 8am EST
Website: Digital Ag REEU
Flier: Digital Ag Flier
Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LSAMP)
The National Science Foundation’s Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation Program is aimed at increasing the quality and quantity of students successfully completing science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) baccalaureate degree programs, and increasing the number of students interested in, academically qualified for and matriculated into programs of graduate study. LSAMP supports sustained and comprehensive approaches that facilitate achievement of the long-term goal of increasing the number of students who earn doctorates, particularly those from populations underrepresented in STEM fields.
Contact Ignacio Camarillo at ignacio@purdue.edu
Website: LSAMP
Purdue Undergraduate Research Experiences for Plant Biology and Data Science (PURE-PD)
The Purdue Undergraduate Research Experiences for Plant Biology and Data Science (PURE-PD) is a 10-week immersive research program that connects undergraduate researchers with state-of-the-art authentic research in plant biology and big-data-driven science practices. The PURE-PD program is sponsored by the National Science Foundation.
To qualify, applications must:
- Be enrolled in a degree-granting program at a U.S. college or university (2-year or 4-year)
- Be U.S. citizens or permanent residents
- Have at least one semester of undergraduate study remaining after completing the PURE-PD program
Benefits include:
- $6,250 stipend
- $750 meal allowance
- On-campus housing
- Travel to/from the Purdue University West Lafayette campus
Dates: May 22 - July 28, 2023
Deadline: February 28, 2023
Website: PURE-PD
Summer College of Agriculture Research Fellowship (SCARF, formerly MASI)
Find your passion in undergraduate research! The Summer College of Agriculture Research Fellowship (SCARF) is designed to expose you to the wide-ranging field of plant sciences and STEM fields (science, technology, engineering, and math).
SCARF (formerly known as MASI) is open to Purdue College of Agriculture undergraduate students each summer. Students experience in-depth, hands-on research, participate in a series of science communication workshops including bi-weekly assignments, and attend faculty seminars and industry tours.
Dates: May 22 - July 28, 2023
Deadline: February 24, 2023
Website: SCARF
Summer Research Opportunities Program (SROP)
The Summer Research Opportunities Program (SROP) is a pathway to graduate education at Purdue University. This program is designed to provide equal access and opportunities to underrepresented and diverse students by preparing students for Graduate School by offering an eight-week intensive research experience, and graduate school resources that contribute to a student's professional and academic growth.
Dates: June 4 - July 28, 2023
Deadline: Feb. 11, 2023
Website: SROP
Summer Stay Research Opportunities
If you are selected for Summer Stay Scholars, you will receive up to $2,500 to pay your estimated summer cost of attendance not already covered by other gift aid. A $2,500 scholarship will cover full tuition for resident students and offers a sizeable decrease in total cost for non-resident/international students. As a Summer Stay Scholar, you will take at least 9 credit hours and work at least 140 hours conducting faculty-led research or participating in an on-campus internship during Summer 2023.
To qualify for Summer Stay Scholars, you must have:
- Attended your first semester at a Purdue University campus in Fall 2022 or earlier
- A GPA of at least 3.00 for research or at least 2.00 for internships
- Undergraduate student status
- Complete 9+ credit hours during Summer 2023
Dates: Summer 2023 Semester
Deadline: March 3, 2023
Website: Summer Stay
Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF)
The Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) program provides an action-oriented research experience for undergraduate students to stimulate their interest in advanced education and research careers. This competitive fellowship is a paid, 10-week, immersive summer research guided by the faculty and graduate student mentors. In addition to research activities, students will also participate in weekly professional development workshops.
Dates: May 22 - August 2, 2023
Application Window: January 9 - February 15, 2023
Website: SURF
Summer Pharmacy Research Fellowships
A student selected to participate in any of these fellowships will, by the end of the spring 2023 semester, have completed at least his/her second year of undergraduate or professional study with an excellent record, and will be interested in seriously investigating the possibility of a career in research. Preference will be given to students who have completed their third year of undergraduate or professional study at a U.S. institution. These fellowships are intended for students who have a serious interest in research as a possible career (including faculty positions) and who want to explore a research environment in more depth to enable them to make an informed career choice.
Dates: May 15 - July 21, 2023
Deadline: Feb. 3, 2023
Website: Summer Research Fellowships
Discovery Undergraduate Interdisciplinary Research Internships (DUIRI)
The Discovery Undergraduate Initerdisciplinary Research Internship (DUIRI) program is designed to involve Purdue undergraduates in the interdisciplinary research environment. The program provides opportunities for students to work with researchers on cutting-edge research projects that involve combining two or more disciplinary strengths. Working closely with researchers, students experience the excitement, challenge, and power of truly interdisciplinary research in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
Dates: Summer 2023 Semester
Deadline: Applications will open up for students around March 2023 for summer.
Website: DURI
Analyze This REU - Analytical Chemistry Applied to Interdisciplinary Research
Spend the summer at Purdue University conducting cutting edge research in Analytical Chemistry! The Analytical Division in Purdue’s Department of Chemistry consists of 18 faculty members who currently supervise 80 graduate and 40 undergraduate research assistants. Their research areas include, but are not limited to, medical imaging, cancer research, drug delivery, nanomaterial development, atmospheric chemistry, forensics, environmental chemistry, advanced instrumentation development and understanding fundamental chemical mechanisms. US News and World report ranked Purdue as the #1 analytical chemistry program in the United States.
- Earn a $5,000 stipend for summer
- On-campus housing, meal stipend, and reasonable travel expenses provided
- Participate in extracurricular activities and campus-wide learning communities
Dates: May 22 - July 28, 2023
Deadline: March 1, 2023
Website: Analyze This REU
Growing Entrepreneurially-Minded Undergraduate Researchers with New Product Development in Applied Energy REU
The goal of this project is to provide underrepresented engineering and engineering technology students with a research experience that combines the best aspects of academic applied research, such as strong theory basis and rigorous scholarship, with essential business practices such as real-world customer discovery and the generation of sound business plans.
Benefits: $6,000, housing, meal stipend, and travel to/from REU site
Dates: May 22 - July 28, 2023
Deadline: Feb. 28, 2023
Website: Purdue REU
Physics REU and RET (Research Experiences for Teachers)
In each research project, students will work closely with a member of our faculty. The projects will be in a wide variety of areas, including high energy physics, accelerator mass spectrometry, condensed matter physics, geophysics, biophysics, nuclear physics, and astrophysics.
Benefits: $600/week, on-campus housing and meals, and a travel allowance to campus.
Dates: May 30 - August 4, 2023
Deadline: Feb. 1, 2023
Website: Physics REU
CISTAR Summer Research Opportunities for Undergraduates
As a CISTAR summer researcher, you will work on a research project in your area of interest and be matched with a CISTAR Graduate Fellow mentor who will help you develop your skills as a researcher and gain insight into the world of graduate school. Throughout the summer, students participate in weekly professional development seminars, work in CISTAR Labs, network with CISTAR students on campus, and visit places of interest like Argonne National Laboratory.
Dates: May 22 - August 2, 2023
Application Window: January 9 - February 15, 2023
Website: CISTAR
This is a very abbreviated list of available summer research opportunities available to Purdue students.
Most programs open their website and application for the upcoming summer between November and February.
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Big Ten Academic Alliance (BTAA) Summer Research Opportunities Program (SROP)
The Summer Research Opportunities Program (SROP) is a gateway to graduate education at Big Ten Academic Alliance universities. The goal of the program is to increase the number of underrepresented students who pursue graduate study and research careers. SROP helps prepare undergraduates for graduate study through intensive research experiences with faculty mentors and enrichment activities.
Website: BTAA SROP Overview
Deadline: Varies by Big Ten institution
Matthew Isakowitz Fellowship Program
The Matthew Isakowitz Fellowship Program is open to any student who:
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At the time of application, is a college junior, college senior, or graduate student who intends to pursue a full-time career in the commercial spaceflight industry.
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Commercial space is broadly defined as activities in entrepreneurship, intrapreneurship, and innovation that will enable new or dramatically improved products or services that do not depend solely on government cost-plus contracting to prove viable. In its most aspiring terms, commercial space promises to alter the space industry through new business models that will open up the space frontier.
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Has earned an engineering or science degree, or is working towards one at the time the Fellowship begins.
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Has diversity in experience and academic interests such as in engineering, science, management, business, and other related fields that can be related to commercial space.
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Is a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident (green card holder) due to export control regulations at the host companies.
Website: Matthew Isakowitz Fellowship Program
2023 Cohort Application Deadline: October 14, 2022
Georgia Tech Summer Undergraduate Research in Engineering/Sciences (SURE)
The Summer Undergraduate Research in Engineering/Sciences (S.U.R.E.) program is committed to increasing the number of qualified students who are traditionally under-represented in STEM fields. These include but are not limited to students from racial/ethnic minority groups, women, or first-generation college students.
Website: GA Tech SURE
Amgen Scholars
Amgen Scholars is hosted at thirteen premier educational institutions within the United States. Each host institution has its own application process. U.S. citizenship or permanent residency in the United States is required, and you can apply to participate at as many host institutions as you are interested in.
Amgen Scholars U.S. Program applicants must be:
- U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents;
- Undergraduate students enrolled in accredited four-year colleges or universities in the United States, Puerto Rico or other U.S. territories; and
- Sophomores (with four quarters or three semesters of college experience), juniors or non-graduating seniors (who are returning in the fall to continue undergraduate studies).
- A cumulative grade point average of 3.2 or above; and
- An interest in pursuing a Ph.D. or M.D.-Ph.D.
Website: Amgen Scholars
Application Deadline: Feb. 1, 2023
National Science Foundation (NSF)
NSF funds a large number of research opportunities for undergraduate students through its REU (Research Experiences for Undergraduates) Sites program. An REU Site consists of a group of ten or so undergraduates who work in the research programs of the host institution. Each student is associated with a specific research project, where he/she works closely with the faculty and other researchers.
Website: NSF
Pathways to Science
Many paid summer STEM undergraduate research opportunities are found in this database.
Website: Pathways to Science
NIH Summer Internship Program in Biomedical Research
Summer NIH programs to provide an opportunity to spend a summer working at the NIH side-by-side with some of the leading scientists in the world, in an environment devoted exclusively to biomedical research.
Website: NIH SIP in Biomedical Research
NIH Undergraduate Scholarship Program
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) Undergraduate Scholarship Program (UGSP) offers competitive scholarships to students from disadvantaged backgrounds who are committed to careers in biomedical, behavioral, and social science health-related research. The program offers:
- Scholarship support
- Paid research training at the NIH during the summer
- Paid employment and training at the NIH after graduation
Website: NIH UGSP
ThinkSwiss Research Scholarship Program
ThinkSwiss is a scholarship program managed by the Science Office at the Embassy of Switzerland in Washington, D.C. The program is funded by the State Secretariat for Education, Research and Innovation (SERI) and is supported by the Embassy of Switzerland in Ottawa, Canada. The aim of the program is to promote research opportunities in Switzerland for American and Canadian students and to foster exchange between Swiss, U.S., and Canadian universities and research institutions.
Applicants must currently be enrolled at an accredited U.S. or Canadian university/college, be a graduate student or an undergraduate student who will have completed their sophomore year by the time the research stay in Switzerland begins, and provide a written confirmation from a professor at a Swiss university that the applicant will be accept for a research stay.
Scholarship is $1,800/month with $5,400 maximum
Deadline: December 31, 2022
Website: https://thinkswiss.org/
US Department of Energy Scholars Program
The DOE Scholars Program is a Department-wide program designed to create a pipeline of highly qualified talent in disciplinary fields that support mission-critical areas of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). The DOE Scholars Program provides opportunities designed to introduce DOE missions, functions, and operations to talented undergraduate and graduate students, as well as recent graduates.
Website: DOE Scholarship Program
Southern Methodist University Data Science for Social Good REU
Learn how to use data science tools for improving the lives of people. You will join a team of researchers using data to find solutions to pressing economic and environmental problems affecting neighborhoods in the city of Dallas, Texas.
Program Participants Receive
- Stipend of $4800
- Free on-campus room and board
- Social activities
Website: SMU REU
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