Questions about summer research opportunities can be sent to [email protected] or stop by the Office of Undergraduate Biology (OUB) in 216 Stimson. Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP) in Neuroscience for New Jersey Students. Undergraduate Summer Research Fellowships: Purdue University: West Lafayette: IN. 2018 Undergraduate Research Program. The Mathematical Biosciences Institute (MBI) is hosting a multi-institution REU program in the mathematical biosciences, facilitated by the Mathematical Biosciences Institute (MBI) located on the campus of The Ohio State University. Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) Interns for Indiana connects Boilermakers to high-tech startups in the state. Students must be full-time, undergraduate students enrolled in a degree-seeking program at Purdue, have a minimum 2.8 GPA, and be at least a first semester junior at the time the internship would begin. The program is supported by the Graduate School, Center for Cancer Research, Alliance for Graduate Education and Professoriate and other groups on the Purdue campus. 2015 Program dates: The dates of the program this summer will be June 1 to July 26, 2015.
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Entomology Undergraduate Research Opportunities |
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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. |
Amanda Wilson |
Email: [email protected] |
Web:Entomology |
Undergraduate Summer Research Program in Digital Agriculture |
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Looking to pursue a career in the rapidly growing field of digital agriculture and data science? This student-centered, active-learning environment allows undergraduates to put data into action and communicate processes and results effectively. The 12-week experintial research program will run from mid-May through mid-August at Purdue. Benefits include strong faculty mentoring in small groups across many disciplines, a $5,250 stipend for travel and living costs, optional academic course credit (if chosen, tuition is required), access to state-of-the-art research facilities, interaction with industry stakeholders, and a resume builder. To be eligible, applicants must be a U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident of the United States and must have completed at least one academic semester of full-time study at associate’s or bachelor’s degree level. |
Dennis Buckmaster |
Email: [email protected] |
Web:NIFA REU |
Undergraduate Research Training Program |
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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. |
Youli Mantzicopoulos-James |
Email: [email protected] |
Web:URT |
Engineering Projects In Community Service |
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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. |
Email: [email protected] |
Web:EPICS |
Global Engineering Programs and Partnerships (GEP2) |
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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. |
Email: [email protected] |
Web:GEP |
Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowships (SURF) Program |
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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. |
Vicki Leavitt |
Email: [email protected] |
Web:SURF |
SURGE program: Summer Undergraduate Research in Global Engineering (SURGE) |
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Web:SURGE |
Department of Nutrition Science Undergraduate Research Opportunities |
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The Department of Nutrition Science has several opportunities available for undergraduate students interested in research. Research course credit is available for Purdue students in summer, fall, and spring semesters. This can either be done as part of the Nutrition Science Honors Program or as an independent study. All undergraduate research projects are mentored by tenure track faculty members. In addition, some faculty in Nutrition Science hire undergraduate students for pay to assist with research projects on an as needed basis. |
Dorothy Teegarden, PhD |
Email: [email protected] |
Web:Department of Nutrition Science |
HDFS-Department of Human Development and Family Studies Undergraduate Research Opportunities |
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The Department of Human Development and Family Studies (HDFS) has many opportunities available for undergraduate students interested in research. There are a wide array of projects ongoing at any point in time – from projects about infant sleep to those on patient-physician communication and countless other topics that have to do with people’s well-being. Research course credit is available in summer, fall, and spring semesters. Many professors welcome volunteers. In addition, some faculty in HDFS hire undergraduate students for pay to assist with research projects on an as needed basis. |
Doran C. French, PhD |
Email: [email protected] |
Web:Department of Human Development and Family Studies |
Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences Undergraduate Research Opportunities |
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There are numerous opportunities for undergraduate students to participate in innovative research in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences. We encourage undergraduate students to explore the department webpage to see the range of research laboratories. Research course credit is available in the Fall, Spring and Summer semesters. In addition, some faculty in SLHS hire undergraduate students for pay to assist with research projects on an as needed basis. |
Alexander Francis, PhD |
Email: [email protected] |
Web:https://www.purdue.edu/hhs/slhs/undergraduate/beyond_the_classroom/research.html |
Undergraduate Research Opportunities |
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Cancer Prevention Internship Program |
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The Cancer Prevention Internship Program (CPIP) is a twelve month program which engages undergraduate and graduate students in cutting-edge cancer prevention research with mentors from across campus. The program is highly interdisciplinary with student participants and faculty mentors from almost every college. The program is unique because of the breadth of disciplines the students are exposed to and that they are trained to optimize their understanding of the importance and ability to work in highly interdisciplinary teams, which is critical to address the complexity of cancer prevention. |
Web:Students |
Center for the Environment Summer Undergraduate Student Research Internships |
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The C4E Summer Undergraduate Student Research Internship offers students an opportunity to work with a Purdue Faculty Mentor on a field or laboratory-based research project related to the environment. These research internships will provide support for 20 hours per week for 8 weeks at $10 per hour. Faculty can match this support for full-time work but is not required. Any Purdue University Undergraduate Student in good standing is eligible to apply. Students must work with a Purdue University Faculty Mentor that is an affiliate of C4E to submit an application. |
Timothy Filley |
Email: [email protected] |
Web:Website |
Interns for Indiana and for Entrepreneurship |
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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. |
Aimee Griggs, Office of Professional Practice |
Email: [email protected] |
Web:ENTREPRENEURSHIP EDUCATION | Interns for Indiana |
Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LSAMP) |
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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. |
Ignacio Camarillo |
Email: [email protected] |
Web:LSAMP |
Margo Katherine Wilke Undergraduate Research Internship Program (for Liberal Arts students) |
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. |
Holly Tittle-Hudson |
Email: [email protected] |
Web:Wilke Research Internship Program |
Purdue Alliance For Graduate Education & Professoriate (AGEP) |
Interested in getting a jump start on your graduate research let me tell you how. 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. You will conduct research over an eight week period and receive a $5,000 stipend. In addition, transportation costs and on campus housing will be covered. |
Kathy G. Dixon |
Email: [email protected] |
Web: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. |
Tanya Faltens |
Email: [email protected] |
Web: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 |
Web: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. |
Vicki Leavitt |
Email: [email protected] |
Web:SURF | | Summer Programs |
Margo Katherine Wilke Undergraduate Research Internship Program (for Liberal Arts students) |
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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. |
Holly Tittle-Hudson |
Email: [email protected] |
Web:Wilke Undergraduate Research Internship Program |
Krannert School of Management Undergraduate Research Opportunities |
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The Global Supply Chain Management Initiative (GSCMI) program at Krannert offers research projects. To learn about the GSCMI projects, please connect with Steve Dunlap at [email protected]. If you are looking for other Krannert research opportunities, please connect with your professors or centers at Krannert. Centers suggested to explore include: BIAC, GSCMI, Jane Brock Wilson Women Center, and Center for Economic Research at Purdue. Advisors can also direct students to courses with a research focus. |
Cara Putman, Continuous Term Lecturer - contact for Honors College projects |
Email: [email protected] |
Web:ISEEK |
Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences Dean’s Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship Program |
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The Dean's Summer Undergraduate Research Program is available to all students interested in any aspect of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. Positions are available in each of the three departments in the College. Up to 5 fellowships may be awarded. These fellowships are supported in part by The Janet '38 and Willliam Strang Pharmacy Endowment, The Jim and JeanAnne Chaney Pharmacy Student Support Fund, and The Henry and Sherrill Bryant Endowment. |
Eric Barker |
Email: [email protected] |
Web:Summer Fellowships |
Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) |
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Physics explores the fundamental mysteries of nature .. from how the universe was created, to how biological systems function, to how to create new forms of matter. The strength of Purdue's physics department is its internationally recognized research in the areas of astrophysics, high energy physics, geophysics, nanophysics, nuclear physics, sensor technology, biophysics and more. |
Sergei Savikhin |
Email: [email protected] |
Web:REU |
Applied Research |
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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. |
Steve Elliott |
Email: [email protected] |
Web:Research |
Three Minute Thesis (3MT™) Competition |
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The Three Minute Thesis (3MT™) is a research communication competition developed by The University of Queensland. The competition develops academic, presentation, and research communication skills and supports the development of students' capacities to effectively explain their research in language appropriate to an intelligent but non-specialist audience. Graduate students will have three minutes to present a compelling discussion on their research topic, its significance and relevance to the general public. 3MT™ is not an exercise in trivializing or 'dumbing-down' research but forces competitors to consolidate their ideas and crystalize their research discoveries. It is a celebration of the discoveries made by graduate students and will allow the broader community to learn about on-going research at Purdue. |
Web:3MT |
Veterinary Scholars Summer Research Program |
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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. |
Harm HogenEsch |
Email: [email protected] |
Web:Veterinary Scholars |
Center for Paralysis Research |
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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. |
Web:CPR Website |
Summer Research Program for Students and Pre-vet Students (SROP) |
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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: [email protected] |
Web:SROP |
NASA |
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NASA has opportunities for supported internships, fellowships and scholarships. |
Web:NASA |
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) |
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The SURF Program is designed to inspire undergraduate students to pursue careers in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) through a unique research experience that supports the NIST mission. Since 1993, SURF students from across the country have had the opportunity to gain valuable, hands-on experience, working with cutting edge technology in one of the world’s leading research organizations and home to three Nobel Prize winners. Over the course of 11 weeks, SURF students contribute to the ongoing research of one of the six NIST laboratories which are the Physical Measurement Laboratory (PML), Material Measurement Laboratory (MML), Engineering Laboratory (EL), and Information Technology (ITL), Center for Nanoscale Science and Technology (CNST), and NIST Center for Neutron Research (NCNR). The SURF Program is administered at the Boulder, CO and Gaithersburg, MD locations. Only U.S. citizens or permanents resident are eligible to participate in the SURF Program. |
Vicki Leavitt |
Email: [email protected] |
Web:SURF |
National Science Foundation (NSF) |
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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. |
Web:NSF |
Pathways to Science |
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Paid summer undergraduate research placements with NSF REU, NASA, and others. |
Web:Pathways to Science |
Semiconductor Research Corporation Education Alliance Undergraduate Research Opportunities |
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Vicki Leavitt |
Email: [email protected] |
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- 'Celebrate Purdue's Thinkers, Creators, & Experimenters'
The Pathways program is looking for junior level underrepresented students interested in PhD study and a faculty career in engineering. Selected students participate in Purdue’s Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) program and receive additional mentoring, networking, and professional opportunities.
Benefits Include:
- Be matched with an Engineering faculty member at Purdue University to work on a research project of mutual interest.
- Participate in 11 weeks of mentored research during the summer in conjunction with Purdue’s SURF program.
- Attend weekly professional development seminars; learn skills necessary for success in graduate school and a faculty career.
- Become part of a growing support network. Receive additional mentoring throughout senior year while applying for graduate schools and fellowships.
- Receive free housing, a total of up to $500 for travel to and from Purdue, and a stipend of $4,500 for the summer.
Eligibility:
US citizen. Junior (or one year before graduation) pursuing an engineering or closely related degree at a Minority Serving Institution. Member of an underrepresented minority group in engineering (including Hispanic, Black or African American, Native American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, women, and people with disabilities). Interested in pursuing a Ph.D. and a faculty career in engineering.
To Apply:
Learn more and link to the application at www.engr.purdue.edu/pathways. Pre recorded baseball games 2017.
Application Deadline:March 7, 2018 (11:59pm EST)
Please contact the the Office of Undergraduate Research if you have additional questions or would like feedback on your application materials.