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Summer Undergraduate Research Programs

These undergraduate research programs are run by faculty members at institutions that are affiliated with the MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences. Participation in one of these programs would provide hands-on research experience in a biomedical field, and an introductory example of a graduate (PhD or MD/PhD) research career. The programs differ by institutional locale and funding source but all provide rich scientific environments and opportunities for career enhancement.

UTHealth Houston Programs

• Directed at students with a strong interest in obtaining a PhD. in any discipline in biomedical science. College sophomores, juniors, and non-graduating seniors are eligible to take part in the program. Students will work alongside graduate students, post-doctoral fellows, and faculty to carry out independent research. Email: [email protected]  or  [email protected]
• Undergraduate students are invited to participate in an intensive, ten-week summer research experience. Each student will be given their own project and work ‘at the bench’ along side of graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, staff, and faculty. Email:  [email protected]   

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• CPRTP Summer Research Experience
• An intensive, ten-week paid internship designed to provide research experience and mentoring for undergraduate, graduate and health professional students interested in cancer prevention research.  Email:  [email protected]  
• A ten-week research program designed for outstanding undergraduate students who are interested in pursuing a career in cancer research.  Email:  [email protected]
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• A ten-week research program for undergraduates interested in a basic science. Students will be matched with a faculty mentor in any number of areas of biomedical research. Students will be part of our Summer Experience program, including a lecture series stressing basic, translational and clinical research as it relates to cancer. Email:  [email protected]  

The Fall cohort application deadline is August 25, 2024.  

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16 Best High School Summer Research Programs in Texas

Have you been finding it hard to narrow down on some great summer research opportunities in Texas which are open for high school students? We have you covered!

In this article, we list 15 of the best research-oriented programs in Texas that provide an immersive learning experience and enrich you as a scholar. The opportunities range from highly selective to fairly welcoming, and while some have a fee associated with them, others provide a stipend. There is something here for everyone.

Not seeing something you like? You can also look at the opportunities we’ve curated in psychology research , medical research , biology research , and virtual research . You can also check out our research program – Lumiere – which had 2100 students apply this past year!

16 Best High School Summer research Programs in Texas

1. Texas Tech’s Anson L. Clark Scholars Program

Subject areas: Biology

Location: Texas Tech University (Lubbock, TX)

Fee/ stipend: The program provides a $750 tax-free stipend and a $500 meal card along with room and board

Application deadline: Applications for 2023 open on January 2, 2023, and close on February 13, 2023

Program dates: June 18, 2023, to August 3, 2023

Program selectivity: High

Eligibility: Applicants must be at least 17 years of age by the program start date and should graduate in 2023 or 2024. There are no exceptions to this rule

This intensive, 7-week program gives highly gifted students the opportunity to work hand-in-hand with outstanding faculty on the general academic campus and the Health Science Center. While the program is research-intensive, it also includes weekly seminars, discussions, and field trips.

2. UT Austin’s High School Research Academy (HSRA)

Subject areas: STEM

Location: University of Texas, Austin (Austin, TX)

Fee / stipend: Fee- $3,500 per student (+ $5 Application Fee). Need-based scholarships are available.

Application deadline: March 2023 (based on previous year's schedule)

Program dates: June 13, 2023 - July 20, 2023 (based on previous year's schedule)

Program selectivity: Open enrolment

Eligibility: Applicants must be 15 years old by June 15 to be considered.

This 5-week program provides high school students with an immersive and hands-on interdisciplinary research experience. Students participate in research projects in active College of Natural Sciences (CNS) laboratories related to the exciting fields of biochemistry, biology, environmental science, genetics, neuroscience, genome engineering, data analytics, ecology, and more.

Location : Virtual 

Application Date: May 21, 2024 for the summer cohort, and September 25, 2024 for the fall cohort 

Program Dates: 

Summer seminar - June 24, 2024 - September 2, 2024

Fall seminar - October 23, 2024 - February 19, 2025

Lab dates are flexible, but you must apply 4 weeks in advance.

Eligibility: High school students with good academic standing (>3.67/4.0 GPA) can apply. Most accepted students are 10th/11th graders! Only a couple of tracks require formal prerequisites, more details of which can be found here .

Horizon offers trimester-long research programs for high school students across subject areas such as data science, machine learning, political theory, biology, chemistry, neuroscience, psychology, and more! It is one of the very few research programs for high school students that offers a choice between quantitative and qualitative research!  

Once you select a particular subject track and type of research you’ll be paired with a professor or Ph.D. scholar (from a top university) who will mentor you throughout your research journey.  You’ll work to create a 20-page, university-level research paper that you can send to prestigious journals for publication as a high school student. 

This program is a solid opportunity for you to pursue a research program in highly specialized fields, under the guidance of a top scholar.  The program also provides a letter of recommendation for each student, as well as detailed project feedback that you can use to work on future projects and on college applications. Apply here !

4. UT Austin’s McCombs Business School summer programs

Subject areas: Business

Fee/stipend: None

Application deadline: Applications for 2023 are open now till January 31,2023

Program dates: June 2023

Program selectivity: Moderate

Eligibility: Applicants must be a junior or senior in high school (underrepresented backgrounds preferred)

This 6-day program offers students the chance to learn and interact with McCombs students, faculty, and corporate representatives with a focus on understanding the skill sets required for business-oriented careers. There are 3 programs that students can choose from: McCombs Future Executive Academy (MFEA), The Academy for Rising Leaders and Discover Yourself in Accounting Majors and Careers.

5. Army Education Outreach Program’s Apprenticeships

Location: Varies, depending on the program

Fee/stipend: The program provides a stipend, but amount is not known.

Application deadline: December 15, 2022 - February 28, 2023 (based on previous year's schedule)

Program dates: Varies depending on the program

Eligibility: Applicants must be a high school student.

In collaboration with universities and U.S. Army Research Laboratories and Centers, the AEOP offers summer apprenticeships for high school students throughout the United States. Apprentices will receive formal mentorship from a professional scientist or engineer. In addition to this, there will be multiple opportunities to learn from STEM practitioners of varying levels of experience.

The programs available in Texas will be notified when applications for 2023 open.

6. UT Dallas’ NanoExplorers

Location: University of Texas, Dallas (Dallas, TX)

Fee/stipend: Not known

Application deadline: Application is yet to open for 2023

Program dates: To be announced with the opening of the application

Eligibility: Applicants must be sophomores, juniors or seniors.

This 7-week program aims to inspire high school students to become productive scientists and engineers by enabling them to do original research work. Students join a faculty member’s research lab based on their interest and are taught the skills needed to test their ideas, teamwork, and about innovation and new concepts. The work undertaken is associated with funded programs at the university and students will work to deliver real results.

7. Texas A&M’s Camp ARCH

Subject areas: Architecture, visualization, construction science, and urban planning

Location: Texas A&M (College Station, TX)

Fee/stipend: Fee - $1,200

Application deadline: April 2023 (based on previous year’s schedule)

Program dates: July 11, 2023 –July 16, 2023 (based on previous year’s schedule)

Eligibility: Applicants must be sophomores, juniors or seniors. Students graduating in Spring 2023 are ineligible to attend this program.

This 1-week program hosted by the School of Architecture at Texas A&M is for high-achieving high school students. Camp ARCH combines academic instruction with social activities to create an immersive pre-college experience focused on research.

8. Carl B. & Florence E. King Foundation High School Summer Program

Subject areas: Biology, medicine

Location: MD Anderson Cancer Center (Houston, TX)

Fee/stipend: The program offers a $6,000 stipend for a 10-week participation and a $5,400 stipend for a 9-week participation.

Application deadline: Applications for 2023 open on December 3,2022 and close on January 20, 2023

Program dates: June 2023 - August 2023 (based on previous year’s schedule)

Eligibility: Current Texas high school seniors with demonstrated academic excellence.

Hosted by University of Texas and the MD Anderson Cancer Center, students selected for the program are given a rare opportunity to participate in a research project in one of the biomedical disciplines under the guidance of a full-time member of the MD Anderson faculty. Emphasis is placed on the importance of the basic principles that form the foundation for scientific investigation. The laboratory experience is supplemented by seminars.

9. Texas A&M’s Advancing into STEM Summer Camp

Fee/stipend: Fee - $1499 for the 1-week program; $2,599 for the 2-week program. Both programs also charge a $500 deposit. Scholarships are available to individuals based on financial need.

Application deadline: March 2023 (based on previous year’s schedule)

Program dates: Will take place in 3 sessions across June-July 2023

Eligibility: Applicants must be high school students

This program has 1- and 2-week durations and is perfect for rising high school students who are looking to deepen their understanding across STEM subjects. Students will have the opportunity to explore more deeply topics in discrete mathematics, statistics, coding, atmospheric science and engineering design.

10. Wonderworks Houston

Subject areas: Arts and humanities

Location: Various program locations across Houston, TX

Fee/stipend: Depends on the program. Scholarships are available.

Wonderworks is a non-profit organization that provides pre-college summer learning experiences in arts and humanities, primarily for Houston-area and Texas high school students through various partner organizations. The programs are geared towards enabling students to learn key academic and interpersonal skills before entering college.

11. Houston Methodist’s Summer Internship program for High Schoolers

Fee/stipend: None. Scholarships are available to cover room and board.

Application deadline: Applications for 2023 open on December 2, 2022, and close on January 27, 2023.

Program dates: The program will begin on May 30, 2023, and end on August 4, 2023.

Eligibility: Applicants must be 16 or older by the start of the program on May 30, 2023. Must be enrolled in high School or undergraduate studies. Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident or Foreign National who holds a legal visa status (F-1, J-1, EADs).

* The Kadoorie and Fields Rosenberg programs do not accept High School students.

This 9-week program exposes high school students to training in a translational research lab and has a professional development curriculum that provides tools on college selection, scholarship applications and scientific writing. Students have access to Houston Methodist's renowned faculty mentors who help guide them through proper lab techniques, as well as assigning each intern with their own study or focus area on an active research project.

12. Texas Christian University’s Schieffer Summer Journalism

Subject areas: Journalism

Location: Texas Christian University (Fort Worth, TX)

Fee/stipend: Fee - $2,000

Application deadline: Applications for 2023 are now open but the deadline is not known.

Program dates: June 4, 2023 – 16, 2023

Eligibility: Applicants must be high school students.

This 2-week journalism program provides high school students an intensive college readiness program. Students develop their critical thinking and writing skills while generating story ideas, which they then report and develop into news stories, produce content for a newscast and write for a website. Media professionals from Fort Worth and Dallas volunteer their time to share their expertise and experiences with students. They talk about changes in media and discuss media careers with students.

13. University of Houston’s High School Summer Research Internship in Infectious Diseases

Location: University of Houston (Houston, TX)

Fee/ stipend: This program provides a $2,000 scholarship

Application deadline: Applications for 2023 will open in June 2023 (based on previous year's schedule)

Program dates: June 20,2023 - August 5, 2023 (based on previous year's schedule)

Eligibility: Applicants must be juniors or seniors in the fall 2023 semester and have an interest in pursuing science degrees. An interest in infectious diseases and/or microbiology is also highly suggested. Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above on 4.0 scale. Math/Science cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above on 4.0 scale

This 8-week program in infectious diseases pharmacotherapy gives students hands-on training in the generation, analysis, and rigor and reproducibility of research data under the direct supervision of a program mentor. Hands-on research training includes basic lab skills, literature reviews, biological sample processing, running PCR assays and plating bacteria onto plates practicing assays analysis and basic microbiological methodology.

14. NASA and UT Austin’s SEES High School Summer Intern Program

Location: University of Texas, Austin (Austin, TX) along with on-line coursework components

Fee/ stipend: Housing, meals, and local transportation will be provided for those selected. A limited number of travel scholarships to Texas are available

Application deadline: Feb 21, 2023 (based on previous year's schedule)

Program dates: March - August 2023 with the onsite component in July 2023 (based on previous year's schedule)

Eligibility: Applicants must be sophomores or Juniors in High school. Must be 16 by July 1, 2023, and have a strong interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. Ability to complete on-line requirements prior to the on-site intern program. Must be a U.S. citizen.

This is a nationally competitive STEM program for high school students where students work beside NASA subject matter experts analyzing and visualizing data. The program is focused on Earth and space research. All project teams will present their research during the Virtual SEES Science Symposium.

15. UT Austin’s ST.ART Programs

Subject areas: Art and design

Fee/ stipend: Fee - $7,175. Scholarships are available.

Application deadline: Applications for 2023 open in February, but the deadline is not unknown.

Program dates: June 2023 - July 2023 (based on previous year’s schedule)

Eligibility: High school students

This 4-week pre-College invites emerging student artists to explore their artistic process, style and voice through ridiculously engaging programs in Art + Design. Students further develop skills and generate new artworks in one area of focus through concentration studio sessions, build their portfolio and get expert as well as peer reviews.

16. Rice University’s ELITE Tech Camp

Location: Rice University (Houston, TX). Virtual camps are also available.

Fee/ stipend: Fee - $1,495 for the commuter program; $595 for the virtual program. Scholarships are available.

Application deadline: Applications for 2023 are open now, but deadline is not known.

Eligibility: Students in grades 8 to 11 with a great degree of familiarity with coding and other technology concepts.

This is the competitive pre-college engineering summer program for high school students. The program contains a vigorous technology track, supplemented by college readiness and engineering leadership preparation components. Students will participate in intensive science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) learning activities, while learning to apply the engineering design process to solve real world problems.

If you're looking for a real-world internship that can help boost your resume while applying to college, we recommend Ladder Internships!

Ladder Internships  is a selective program equipping students with virtual internship experiences at startups and nonprofits around the world!  

The startups range across a variety of industries, and each student can select which field they would most love to deep dive into. This is also a great opportunity for students to explore areas they think they might be interested in, and better understand professional career opportunities in those areas. The startups are based all across the world, with the majority being in the United States, Asia and then Europe and the UK. 

The fields include technology, machine learning and AI, finance, environmental science and sustainability, business and marketing, healthcare and medicine, media and journalism and more.

You can explore all the options here on their application form .

As part of their internship, each student will work on a real-world project that is of genuine need to the startup they are working with, and present their work at the end of their internship. In addition to working closely with their manager from the startup, each intern will also work with a Ladder Coach throughout their internship - the Ladder Coach serves as a second mentor and a sounding board, guiding you through the internship and helping you navigate the startup environment. 

Cost : $1490 (Financial Aid Available)

Location:   Remote! You can work from anywhere in the world.

Application deadline:  April 16 and May 14

Program dates:  8 weeks, June to August

Eligibility: Students who can work for 10-20 hours/week, for 8-12 weeks. Open to high school students, undergraduates and gap year students!

Additionally, you can also work on independent research in AI, through Veritas AI's Fellowship Program!

Veritas AI focuses on providing high school students who are passionate about the field of AI a suitable environment to explore their interests.

The programs include collaborative learning, project development, and 1-on-1 mentorship.  

These programs are designed and run by Harvard graduate students and alumni and you can expect a great, fulfilling educational experience. Students are expected to have a basic understanding of Python or are recommended to complete the AI scholars program before pursuing the fellowship. 

The   AI Fellowship  program will have students pursue their own independent AI research project. Students work on their own individual research projects over a period of 12-15 weeks and can opt to combine AI with any other field of interest. In the past, students have worked on research papers in the field of AI & medicine, AI & finance, AI & environmental science, AI & education, and more! You can find examples of previous projects   here . 

Location : Virtual

$1,790 for the 10-week AI Scholars program

$4,900 for the 12-15 week AI Fellowship 

$4,700 for both

Need-based financial aid is available. You can apply   here . 

Application deadline : On a rolling basis. Applications for fall cohort have closed September 3, 2023. 

Program dates : Various according to the cohort

Program selectivity : Moderately selective

Eligibility : Ambitious high school students located anywhere in the world. AI Fellowship applicants should either have completed the AI Scholars program or exhibit past experience with AI concepts or Python.

Application Requirements: Online application form, answers to a few questions pertaining to the students background & coding experience, math courses, and areas of interest. 

One other option – Lumiere Research Scholar Program

If you are passionate about research, you could also consider applying to the Lumiere Research Scholar Program , a selective online high school program for students that I founded with researchers at Harvard and Oxford. Last year, we had over 2100 students apply for 500 spots in the program! You can find the application form   here .

Stephen is one of the founders of Lumiere and a Harvard College graduate. He founded Lumiere as a PhD student at Harvard Business School. Lumiere is a selective research program where students work 1-1 with a research mentor to develop an independent research paper.

27 Research and Summer Programs in Texas For High School Students

The top research programs in Texas for high school students, selected based on prestige, location, and affordability. See research opportunities in other states here .

Hosting Institution

Online/In Person

Starting at $2695

Application Deadline

Aug 15, 2024

Neuroscience, Biology, Psychol...

Polygence is an online research program designed to offer high school students accessible research opportunities, making them more inclusive. The program was created by researchers from Harvard, MIT, and Stanford and provides tailored research projects, allowing students to explore their interests, acquire professional skills, and increase their competitiveness for college admissions.

ELITE Tech Camp

Rice University

Houston (TX)

Jun 15, 2024

Engineering, Comp Sci, Medicin...

This summer program is designed for high school students interested in engineering and college readiness. It offers a rigorous STEM curriculum that emphasizes hands-on learning, problem-solving, and the practical application of engineering principles. Through intensive coursework and support from experienced instructors, students will gain valuable technical skills and an understanding of how to apply engineering to real-world challenges.

Casper RET Program

Baylor University

Jun 21, 2023

Social Science

CASPER's Summer Research Experiences for Teachers Program offers elementary school, middle school and high school teachers the opportunity for active research participation with CASPER faculty. This summer program will begin around the first of June and end around the middle of August. (The starting and ending dates are flexible and may be adjusted to fit ISD schedules.)

Summer Research Internship in Infectious Diseases

University of Houston

No deadline

Medicine, Biology

This program spans over 8 years and offers students direct, hands-on experience in generating, analyzing, validating, and reproducing research data under the guidance of the program director. Students will receive practical research training that encompasses laboratory analysis skills, literature review, handling of biological samples, performing PCR tests, and plating bacteria through laboratory testing and basic microbiological techniques.

High School Research Academy (HSRA)

The University of Texas

Austin (TX)

Mar 24, 2024

Biology, Chemistry

The summer High School Research Academy (HSRA) provides high school students with an immersive and hands-on five-week interdisciplinary non-residential summer research experience at the University of Texas at Austin campus. Students participate in research projects in active College of Natural Sciences (CNS) laboratories related to the exciting fields of biochemistry, biology, environmental science, genetics, neuroscience, genome engineering, data analytics, ecology, and more. Participants will learn cutting edge research techniques while gaining valuable insights and experiences through interaction with UT students and faculty in CNS undergraduate research groups.

Regeneron ISEF

Society for Science

Dallas (TX)

The Regeneron ISEF isn't just your typical high school science fair. It's the most renowned science competition for high school students in the nation, attracting 1,800 finalists who compete for $8 million in awards and scholarships. Its reputation is highly respected by colleges and the scientific community. To participate in ISEF, 9th-12th grade students must first compete in a Society-affiliated fair and earn the opportunity to attend. Each fair has the opportunity to sponsor a certain number of projects, either team or individual, for the chance to compete at ISEF.

Conrad Challenge

This competition provides a platform for students aged 13-18 to address global issues by utilizing science, technology, and innovation, all while cultivating entrepreneurial skills and forming new connections. With guidance from industry professionals and a structured framework, participants can strengthen their collaboration, creativity, critical thinking, and communication abilities. One of the best aspects of this challenge is that students can choose to work with a small team of their choosing, allowing them to collaborate with friends and enjoy the project together.

Health Sciences Summer Camps

The University of Texas at Austin

Apr 20, 2024

Environmental Science

The Health Sciences Summer Camps at Dell Medical School offer high school students in Central Texas an immersive experience in the healthcare field. Through hands-on activities and interactions with professionals, participants gain exposure to various medical professions and learn clinical skills like administering IVs and CPR. The camps aim to inspire students to pursue careers in healthcare, especially those underrepresented in medicine. Two sessions are available in June, and students can apply through school nominations or open applications. Need-based scholarships available. Selected students can continue their engagement with Dell Med through the Health Sciences Yearlong Academy.

Tapia Camps

Houston, TX

May 1, 2024

The Tapia STEM Camps at Rice University offer award-winning residential programs for rising 8th-12th graders focusing on communication and equity in STEM. Campers engage in challenging STEM projects led by Rice University students, with a curriculum designed by Professor Paul Hand. They develop public speaking and teamwork skills, culminating in project presentations. Dr. Richard Tapia, a renowned mathematician, oversees the camps, aiming to inspire students towards STEM excellence. The program emphasizes societal equity within STEM and provides a unique opportunity for campers to interact with professionals in the field. Sessions run for 6 days and 5 nights during the summer, featuring field trips and dormitory accommodations. Limited scholarships are available, and discounts may be offered for large groups.

Closer Looks

Wonderworks

Jun 1, 2024

Architecture

Closer Looks, a program by Wonderworks and Rice University's Department of Art History, offers an immersive exploration of art and art history for high school students. Participants delve into various artistic works through lectures, discussions, readings, films, and field trips to esteemed art institutions. Led by experienced art historians and curators, students analyze artworks spanning civilizations, fostering a deep appreciation and understanding of art's significance. No prior art history knowledge is required, making it suitable for all levels. The program, held at Rice University, emphasizes both enjoyment and challenge, requiring focused commitment. Scholarships are available based on financial need.

Journalism Camp

TCU Schieffer

Fort Worth, TX

The Schieffer Summer Journalism Camp at Texas Christian University offers an intensive two-week residential program for high school students interested in journalism. Led by TCU faculty and industry professionals from Fort Worth and Dallas, participants delve into digital reporting, refining critical thinking and writing skills. Through discussions on media evolution and career pathways, students generate and develop news stories for both newscasts and online platforms. Registration is open for the upcoming session. For further details or to apply, contact the camp director via email or visit the camp's website.

Analytics Academy

Fort Worth, Tx

Apr 19, 2024

Data Science

The TCU Neeley Analytics Academy is a competitive, one-week summer program for high school juniors and seniors. Participants gain hands-on experience in data analytics and market research, exploring statistical programs, data visualization, and modeling techniques. Led by top-ranked professors, students learn to collect, analyze, and present data effectively, earning a Data Analytics Certificate upon completion. Strong math skills, scholastic achievement, leadership, and motivation in analytics are required for application. Need-based scholarships are available.

ELITE Tech camp

Houston, Tx

May 31, 2024

Residential students at the camp have the exciting opportunity to delve into cutting-edge technology courses during their week-long stay. With a wide array of tech offerings spanning fields like Python programming, robotics, deep learning, and self-driving technology, students can tailor their learning experience to suit their interests and career aspirations. Each week, students select two courses, one for the morning session and another for the afternoon session, allowing them to explore different aspects of technology and engineering. From mastering programming languages like Python and C++ to diving into advanced topics like deep learning and IoT, students gain practical skills and knowledge under the guidance of experienced instructors. Whether it's designing robots, exploring AI applications, or learning about spaceflight engineering, the camp provides a dynamic learning environment for aspiring tech enthusiasts. With tuition covering accommodation and instruction, it's a comprehensive opportunity for students to immerse themselves in the world of technology and innovation.

Artistic Exploration: Zip ST.ART Teen Program

ST.ART's Zip ST.ART program offers a one-week residential experience for high school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors. Participants choose two daily studio sessions from a variety of options including comics, printmaking, drawing, painting, photography, animation, and sculpture. The program includes over 30 hours of instruction, meals, housing, and activities. Financial aid and scholarships are available. The program aims to expand students' artistic skills, portfolio, and creativity in a supportive environment, providing opportunities for experimentation and learning from practicing artists and designers.

ST.ART Intensive: Igniting Creative Futures

ST.ART Intensive is a transformative four-week Art + Design program tailored for rising juniors and seniors. Participants delve into diverse concentrations like Digital Media & Sequential Art, Drawing & Painting, Printmaking & Design, and Ceramics & Sculpture. Through hands-on instruction from practicing artists, students expand their artistic horizons, develop portfolios, and prepare for college and beyond. The curriculum encompasses foundational classes, college prep discussions, and weekly critiques, fostering individual growth and creativity. Students engage in independent studio time and showcase their artwork in a final exhibition. Residential and commuting options are available, with payment plans and scholarships to ensure accessibility. With a rigorous yet rewarding schedule, ST.ART Intensive empowers students to embrace their artistic voice, nurture their talents, and embark on a path towards a vibrant creative future.

From the Ground Up: Summer Discovery Program in Architecture

Explore the world of architecture with Wonderworks and the University of Houston's Summer Discovery Program. Designed for high school students entering grades 10 to 12, or recent graduates, this immersive experience offers a hands-on introduction to architectural history, theory, and design. Through daily lectures, studio sessions, and field trips, participants develop a deeper understanding of the built environment and cultivate essential skills for portfolio building. No prior architectural knowledge is required. Applications open in January and close in June, with early submissions encouraged for timely decisions. Held at the University of Houston Central Campus, the program fosters both enjoyment and challenge, requiring focused effort and commitment from participants.

Story Lines: A Summer Dive into Fiction, Film, and Creative Writing

Literature and Languages

Wonderworks, in partnership with the University of Houston's Department of English and Creative Writing Program, presents Story Lines, an immersive summer program from June 17 to July 19, 2024. Aimed at high school students entering grades 10-12 or recent graduates, the program delves into fiction through readings, film screenings, and creative writing exercises. Participants analyze short stories or novel excerpts in the mornings and related films in the afternoons, exploring storytelling techniques and themes. Taught from a writer's perspective, Story Lines offers a glimpse into the mechanics of storytelling across different mediums. Admission is competitive, requiring a minimum 3.0 GPA and demonstrated proficiency in core subjects. Scholarships are available based on financial need.

Community of Scholars Summer Program at American University

American University

Washington, DC

Apr 30, 2024

The Community of Scholars pre-college summer program at American University's School of International Service offers high school juniors and seniors a three-week immersive experience in international affairs. Students take a three-credit class taught by AU faculty, complemented by visits to government agencies and organizations in Washington, D.C. The program combines on-campus learning with asynchronous study, allowing students to deepen their understanding of global issues. Upon completion, students receive an official transcript from American University. The program aims to enhance students' academic interests in international relations, provide exposure to international careers, and foster connections with like-minded peers. Additionally, students have access to AU facilities such as the fitness center and library.

Summer Intensive Training in Musical Theatre and Drama

The Catholic University of America

The High School Drama Institute at The Catholic University of America offers a three-week intensive summer training program in musical theatre or drama from July 8-26, 2024. Classes run weekdays from 8:45 am - 4:45 pm with evening activities. The program, held at the Hartke Theatre, includes lodging, meals, classes, workshops, and tickets. Participants study voice, movement, and acting with industry experts, and rising seniors can use the program as an audition substitute for the university's BFA in Acting for Theatre, Film, and Television or BM in Musical Theatre. Students experience campus life by attending classes, rehearsals, and engaging in the university meal plan. The program emphasizes audition monologue preparation, culminating in a showcase performance. Testimonials highlight the transformative experiences and positive learning environment. Contact the Department of Drama for more information.

Biosciences Institute: Intensive Coding for Biomedical Engineering

Jul 1, 2024

The Computational Biosciences Institute is a 10-day residential program designed for rising high school juniors and seniors interested in computer science and biomedical engineering. Participants will engage in intensive coding and programming sessions using Matlab software, focusing on real biomedical imaging and datasets. Led by faculty with expertise in biomedical imaging and computational biosciences, the program offers hands-on experience in scientific programming. Successful completion may earn transfer credit equivalent to a first-year, 3-credit computer science course required in accredited engineering undergraduate programs. This immersive experience provides a valuable introduction to the intersection of computer science and biomedical engineering, preparing students for further academic pursuits in these fields.

Engineering Pre-College Programs

Engineering

The Engineering New Frontiers Institute offers a weeklong residential academic summer course for high school students from July 22nd to July 26th. Aimed at students entering junior and senior years, the program covers various engineering disciplines including biomedical, mechanical, electrical, civil, and computer science. Participants engage in modern laboratory exercises, engineering design workshops, coding bootcamps, and prototyping work led by expert faculty. Additionally, students will have opportunities for entertainment, cultural experiences, and technical exploration in the DC area.

Nursing Summer Camp

May 15, 2024

The Conway School of Nursing Summer Camp offers a dynamic one-week experience for students interested in exploring nursing as a career. Led by experienced faculty and upper-class nursing students, participants engage in hands-on learning, simulation exercises, and lab practice. Emphasizing professional values and human dignity, the program integrates technical skills training with discussions on nursing's role in promoting human flourishing during illness. Strategies for academic success are also incorporated. Participants will earn CPR certification from the American Heart Association, enhancing their preparedness for future endeavors in healthcare.

Summer High School Program - Experiences in Architecture

$1,370-$2,570

Apr 15, 2024

The Experiences in Architecture (EiA) program at the Catholic University of America offers a pre-college workshop for students interested in architecture and design-related fields. Held in Washington, D.C., it provides exposure to both academic and professional aspects of architecture. Participants gain insights into campus life and receive preparation for success in university-level studies. The program runs from July 7 to July 20, 2024, and is open to rising 10th, 11th, 12th graders, and incoming freshmen. Students can choose between residential or commuting options. Upon acceptance, students are guided through the next steps. For more information, contact the program directors Tonya Ohnstad and Rebecca Ambouroue.

Service in the City - Day Camp

The "Service in the City" Day Camp, hosted by the National Catholic School of Social Service, offers high school students a unique immersion into social work principles in Washington, D.C. Over June 8-12, 2024, participants explore micro, mezzo, and macro levels of social work, engaging with individuals, communities, and policymakers. The program emphasizes strength-building, anti-oppressive practices, and empowerment, providing a deep understanding of societal challenges. It's not just a camp but a transformative experience, fostering a commitment to meaningful change.

Immerse into ASL

Gallaudet University

Washington, D.C.

Immerse Into ASL offers a transformative experience for new signers, providing a 24/7 immersion into American Sign Language (ASL) and deaf culture at Gallaudet University near Washington, D.C. With sessions catering to beginners and intermediates, campers engage in ASL learning, self-discovery activities, and outdoor adventures. Led by qualified Deaf instructors, participants gain independence in ASL communication while enjoying field trips to D.C. landmarks and Six Flags. The program accepts deaf, hard of hearing, and hearing students entering 10th–12th grade, with hearing applicants required to submit an ASL video application. Two sessions are offered: an overnight camp and a day camp, with campers allowed to attend for up to two summers. Vocational Rehabilitation counselors receive a student summary report post-program.

Summer Immersion

The George Washington University

$4,600-$5,100

The George Washington University Pre-College Program offers high school students an immersive summer experience in Washington, D.C., focusing on global development, international relations, public policy, and more. Participants engage in intensive, academically challenging courses taught by top-tier faculty and practitioners, integrating lectures, seminars, and hands-on experiences. The program also provides insight into college life, fostering confidence and social connections among peers from diverse backgrounds. With sessions covering diverse topics such as international law, entrepreneurship, medicine, and cybersecurity, students gain valuable knowledge and skills while exploring the nation's capital. Additionally, opportunities for recreational activities and exploration of D.C. complement the academic curriculum. Various application deadlines are available for different sessions, ensuring flexibility for interested students.

Global Scholar Training

Georgetown University

Join the Global Scholar Training at Georgetown University, a one-week immersive program designed for rising 9th-12th graders. Dive into workshops and discussions led by experts and youth leaders, focusing on key skills for social change, such as empathy, problem-solving, and team-building. Explore urgent global challenges like climate change and gender justice while connecting with peers from around the world. With a "pay what you can" model and need-based scholarships available, the program aims to make this transformative experience accessible. Gain valuable skills, expand your network, and become a bold and visionary global leader ready to tackle the world's pressing issues. Apply now and be part of the change!

Are there many Research Opportunities for High School Students in Texas?

Texas features a variety of academic opportunities for students, including several large public university systems (the University of Texas, Texas A&M University, Texas State), prestigious private schools (Rice University), and HBCUs (Prairie View A&M University). Need more reasons? Texas' natural beauty offers students throughout the state the opportunity to pursue various outdoor recreational activities. Texas is home to beaches, mountains, lakes, and state and national parks, all of which are conducive to spending time outside. Students in Texas can hike through mountains and parks, climb natural rock faces, wake surf along the coast, or raft down rivers. These areas also offer numerous opportunities for camping and backpacking.

What other research opportunities are available?

For a full set of research opportunity listings, see our guide to research opportunities for high school students .

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Summer Research Scholars Programs

The University of Texas at Austin hosts a number of undergraduate research programs on campus each summer. These programs select academically talented and motivated students to participate in exciting research in a variety of disciplines. The Office of Undergraduate Research supports these programs through social networking events and professional development.

Programs may be open to UT and non-UT students. Please contact each program directly for more information about eligibility, application, and deadlines.

• Frontier Research and Training in Astronomy for the 21st Century

Biomedical Engineering

• BME CUReS Cancer NSF REU
• BUILD ing SCHOLARS Summer Research Program

Cellular and Molecular Biology

• Summer Undergraduate Program for Experiential Research ( SUPER ) – REU
• Frontiers in the Chemistry of Materials

Civil Engineering

Cockrell School of Engineering

• LSAMP : Louise Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation
• UT Austin Summer Research Academy

College of Liberal Arts

• Population Research Center

College of Natural Sciences

• CNS LSAMP Summer Research Academy
• Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship

Electrical and Computer Engineering

• Natural Hazards Engineering Research Infrastructure ( NHERI ) – Cyberinfrastructure and Data Management
• Environmental Science Institute

ICES : Institute for Computational Engineering and Sciences

• Moncrief Undergraduate Summer Internship

Integrative Biology

• Summer research in switchgrass ecology and genetics
• Inclusive Student Training in Collections and field-based Topics

Jackson School of Geosciences

• Research Traineeship Experience ( RTX )

All Disciplines

• McNair Summer Research Institute

Microelectronics Research Center

• National Nanotechnology Coordinated Infrastructure

Nanotechnology

• NASCENT REU Program

Petroleum and Geosystems Engineering

• Summer Undergraduate Research Internship

Texas Advanced Computing Center

• Natural Hazards Engineering Research Infrastructure
• Cyberinfrastructure (CI) Research for Social Change

Summer High School Research Academy

Non-Residential Summer Research Program at UT Austin

HSRA Summer Program

The summer High School Research Academy (HSRA) provides high school students with an immersive and hands-on five-week interdisciplinary non-residential summer research experience at the University of Texas at Austin campus.

Students participate in research projects in active College of Natural Sciences (CNS) laboratories related to the exciting fields of biochemistry, biology, environmental science, genetics, neuroscience, genome engineering, data analytics, ecology, and more. Participants will learn cutting edge research techniques while gaining valuable insights and experiences through interaction with UT students and faculty in CNS undergraduate research groups. 

This unique opportunity provides a real taste of life as a researcher. By being involved in STEM research early, students can experience the joy of discovery that is central to being a scientist.

HSRA Program Highlights

Each HSRA participant will:

• actively engage in a five week authentic research experience in a UT laboratory
• collaborate with peers, undergraduates and UT faculty
• earn NSC309 UT extension course credit and receive an HSRA t-shirt.
• participate in Wednesday Seminars hosted by UT guest speakers
• present (and take home!) a printed poster showcasing their summer research productivity at our closing HSRA Research Symposium

The HSRA application will open again in early 2025!

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HSRA DOES NOT PROVIDE HOUSING OR TRANSPORTATION.

Program Overview

HSRA Research Experiences

To be eligible for HSRA, each participant MUST BE:

a Texas resident. We currently prioritize Texas Residents at this time, but encourage interested candidates to apply. 

15 years or older by June 1, 2025.

either rising sophomore, junior, or senior for the upcoming 2025-26 academic year. Preference is for rising juniors or seniors.

available for the designated five consecutive weeks during program dates to dedicate to conducting research over the summer.

**Accepted participants must make their own housing and transportation arrangements.**

spend ~15-25 hrs per week with their research group. The specific schedule (days/times) will be distributed by the research group that the student is placed in. Schedule flexibility will vary but the enrollment fee is the same for each HSRA research experience. 

participate in a variety of events outside of their research activities, including guest speakers and a poster forum during the last week of the program. 

Browse HSRA Research Experiences

The HSRA application will open again in 2025. 

HSRA Tuition includes:

 participation in one research experience

all HSRA activities/events

UT course credit

a printed research poster and an HSRA t-shirt.

Payment will not be due until a position has been offered and the participant has accepted that research placement.

Accepted participants will be offered a research experience based on their interests, availability and space and will be notified of this research group placement by mid April 2025.

The HSRA is committed to providing research opportunities to a diverse range of high school students. A limited number of need-based scholarships only may be available. The scholarship will include a stipend + free tuition to HSRA. 

HSRA does not offer merit-based scholarships at this time.

Each HSRA participant will be enrolled in an NSC309 college credit course through the UT Extension Program . 

HSRA participants will complete several graded reflection assignments, readings, and assignments related to their research work to receive this credit.

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General Resources & Programs

• AAMC Summer Undergraduate Research Programs
• AAMC Summer Medical Enrichment Programs
• Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP)
• NAAHP Summer Programs Directory
• Summer Programs for International Students

Select Texas Programs:

• UH Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF)
• Baylor College of Medicine SMART Program
• Baylor College of Medicine - Summer Surgery Program
• Memorial Hermann - Summer Externship
• MD Anderson Cancer Center Summer Research Programs
• MD Anderson Observer Program
• Texas A&M Pre-Dental Summer Programs
• Texas A&M College of Medicine Summer Research Program
• Texas Tech HSC Summer Research Programs
• University of Texas Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences at Houston
• University of Texas Medical Branch - Neuroscience Research Program
• University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio - Summer Undergraduate Research Programs
• University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center - Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship

Additional Programs:

Pre-medical.

• Creighton Health Careers Opportunity Program (HCOP)
• Georgetown ARCHES
• Ohio University Summer Scholars
• Thomas Jefferson University STEP-UP Programs
• University of Virginia Summer Medical Leadership Program
• Vanderbilt University Summer Science Academy
• Virginia Commonwealth University Summer Academic Enrichment Program
• Yale Program to Advance Training in Health & Sciences (PATHS)
• Stony Brook Discover Dental School
• Rutgers Gateway to Dentistry

Pre-Optometry

• Illinois College of Optometry Focus On Your Future

Pre-Pharmacy

• Buffalo Pharmacy Summer Institute
• University of Illinois - Chicago Summer Pharmacy Institute
• University of Washington Pharmacological Science Summer Diversity Program

Pre-Physical Therapy

• Duke DPT Summer Discovery Program

Pre-Physician Assistant

Pre-veterinary medicine.

• UC-Davis Summer Enrichment Program
• Virginia Tech VeTRAC

The Center of Excellence in STEM Education

Summer external research programs.

The following programs provide an enriching opportunity for undergraduate and graduate students to conduct research, to meet fellow students in their areas, and to learn more about graduate programs. Summer programs typically run for 6-8 weeks and provide stipends (like a paid internship) and pay for travel and lodging expenses. Many of the following programs have deadlines in early February or early March. Therefore, please study the programs and apply early. Application packets typically consist of the application, an essay, a transcript of grades, a resume, and 2-3 letters of recommendation. We highly encourage you to apply to at least three programs!

Learn more about careers in your discipline

For further information visit the corresponding websites. Sort the listing by clicking on any of the titles and click on the program names to visit their website. To obtain further information on the programs or to seek advice, please speak with your UTRGV STEM Faculty Mentor who can provide guidance.

Read these articles to learn more about the many benefits summer research programs offer, especially if you wish to attend graduate school!

• Five Reasons Why You Should Apply for a Summer Research Program
• From Summer Research Participant to Graduate School Contender

External Programs by Major

Program	Major	Participants	Deadline
	STEM	U.S. citizens/PR	end of May/see website
	STEM	U.S. citizens/PR	end of May/see website
	STEM, cognitive/behavioral sciences	UG and recent graduates / US citizens	early March
	STEM/Business/Graphic Designers	U.S. Citizens	mid March
	Science and Engineering	All Undergrads including International; DACA	Early January
	Biology	U.S. citizens or permanent residents; DACA students	Early February
	Statistics, Computational Biology, and Quantitative Public Health	U.S Citizen or Permanent Resident; Undergraduate / Graduate	Early March
	Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science or Computer Science	Undergraduate	See Website
	biomedical, biological, natural and public health sciences; humanities and social sciences	U.S. citizens or permanent residents; int'l students studying in U.S.; Undergraduate	Mid January
	Social Sciences, Physical or Natural Sciences, and Engineering	U.S. citizens or permanent residents; DACA students	Early February
	Biological Science, Engineering, Chemistry, Computer Science, Math, or Physics	U.S. citizens or permanent residents; DACA students; Undergraduate	Early February
	Astronomy, Astrophysics	U.S. citizens or permanent residents; DACA students; int'l students studying in U.S.	Mid February
	Pharmacology, including Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology	U.S. citizens or permanent residents; DACA students	Mid February
	Conservation, Ecology	U.S. citizens or permanent residents; DACA students (Fr/Soph only- two- year program)	Late January
	Science and Engineering	U.S. citizens or permanent residents; DACA students	Early January
	Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science or Engineering, Computer Science or Engineering, Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, or Biology	No Citizenship Requirements	Late January
	Math and Biology	Undergraduate	See Website
	Marine science, Policy, Management, and Outreach	Undergraduate	Mid February

External Programs for Any STEM Major

Program	Major	Participants	Deadline
	Engineering and Sciences	U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents	Mid February
	All Disciplines	U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents	Mid February
	Engineering, Chemistry, Physics	Undergraduate; U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident	Early February
	Computer Science, Engineering	Undergraduate; U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident	Mid February
	Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Material Science	Undergraduate; U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident	Early February
	Computer Science	Undergraduate	Late March
	Mathematics	New PhDs (PhD received < 5 years ago)	Mid January
	Computer Science	Undergraduates; U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident	Early March
	STEM	Undergraduate	Early February
	STEM	See Website	See Website
	STEM	Undergraduate/ Graduate; U.S. Citizen	See Website
	STEM	Undergraduates	Closed
	Computer, Information, and Data Science, Engineering, Environmental and Medical Science, Life Health and Medical Science, Nanotechnology, Physics	Undergraduate/ Graduate; U.S. Citizen	Mid February
	STEM	Undergraduate	See Website
	STEM	Undergraduate	Year-Round
	STEM	Undergraduate	See Website
	STEM	Undergraduate; U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident	Early March
	STEM	Undergraduate	See Website
	STEM	See Website	See Website
	STEM	Undergraduate; U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident	See Website
	Science or Mathematics	Undergraduate; U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident	Mid March
	STEM	Undergraduate; U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, Non-U.S. Citizen with DACA, International Student	See Website
	STEM	Undergraduate/ Graduate; U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident or Dual Citizen (See Website)	See Website
	Engineering or STEM-related curriculum	Undergraduate; U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident	Mid February
	Science	Undergraduate	Early February
	Medical Science	Undergraduate; U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident	Early January
	STEM	Undergraduate; U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, DACA	Early February
	Mathematics, Statistics	Undergraduate	See Website
	STEM, Biomedical Sciences	U.S. citizen OR U.S. permanent resident	Early March

Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) programs

Program	Major	Participants	Deadline
Undergraduate-Level Research in Industrial Projects for Students	MATH	Undergrad Students; U.S Citizens / Perminant Residents	Mid February
Undergraduate-Level Research in Industrial Projects for Students	MATH	Undergrad Students; U.S Citizens / Perminant Residents	Mid February
	STEM	Undergraduate	See Website
	STEM	See Website	See Website
	STEM	Undergraduate	See Website
	Mathematics and Statistics	Undergraduate	Mid February
	Genetics, Genomics, Biology, or Life Science	Undergraduate; U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident	Mid February
	All	U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, or permanent residents of the United States	Early March
	Math and CS	US Citizens or Permanent Residents	March 26th
	Math and CS	US Citizens or Permanent Residents	March 26th

Research Experiences for Graduates (REG) programs

Program	Major	Participants	Deadline
Graduate-Level Research in Industrial Projects for Students	MATH	Graduate Students; U.S Citizens / Perminant Residents	Mid February
Graduate-Level Research in Industrial Projects for Students	MATH	Graduate Students; U.S Citizens / Perminant Residents	Mid February

Internships at National/Government Labs

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Program	Major	Participants	Deadline
	STEM	Undergraduate; U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident	Early October
	STEM	Undergraduate/ Graduate; U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident	See Website
	STEM	Undergraduate/ Graduate	Late January
	STEM	Undergraduate/ Graduate; U.S. Citizen	Late January
	STEM	Undergraduate/ Graduate; U.S. Citizen	See Website
	STEM	Undergraduate/ Graduate; U.S. Citizen	See Website
	STEM	Undergraduate/ Graduate	Mid February
	STEM	Undergraduate/ Graduate; U.S. Citizen	Late January
	STEM	Undergraduate/ Graduate; U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident	Late January
	STEM	Undergraduate/ Graduate	Late March
	STEM	Undergraduate/ Graduate	See Website
STEM	Undergraduate/ Graduate; U.S. Citizen	January 11
STEM	Undergraduate/ Graduate	See Website
STEM	Undergraduate/ Graduate; U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident	See Website
	All Disciplines	Graduate/ Recent Graduate; U.S. Citizen	Late September
	STEM	Undergraduate/ Graduate; U.S. Citizen	See Website
STEM	Undergraduate/ Graduate	Closed
	STEMM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Medicine)	Undergraduate/ Graduate; U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident	See Website
	Technology	Undergraduate/ Graduate	Early February
Applied, Computational Math, Computer Science	Graduate	See Website
STEM	Undergraduate/ Graduate; U.S. Citizen Permanent Resident or DACA	See Website
	Math and Science	Graduate; U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident or DACA	Late January
	STEM	Undergraduate/ Graduate; U.S. Citizen	Mid October
	STEM	Undergraduate/ Graduate; U.S. Citizen	Mid February
	Robotics, Manufacturing or Engineering	Undergraduate/ Graduate; U.S. Citizen	Early February
	Computer Science	Undergraduate/ Graduate; U.S. Citizen	Early February
	STEM	Undergraduate; U.S. Citizen / Permanent Resident	Mid February

Company Internships

Program	Major	Participants	Deadline
	Computer Science, Technology, Computation	Undergraduate	Closed
	STEM, Health, Education	Undergraduate/ Graduate; U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident	See Website

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TAMS Summer Research Application for 1st Year TAMS Students Entering Second Year of Study

February 4, (11:59 pm) submission deadline

*All TAMS students who wish to conduct on-campus summer research, with or without a TAMS summer research scholarship, must submit the general TAMS summer-research application by the February 4th, 11:59 pm deadline. Students who do not submit a TAMS summer-research application by that deadline will not be able to participate in on-campus summer research.

Application Overview

TAMS will award a limited number of Summer Research Scholarships to encourage participation, under the guidance of a faculty mentor, in varied research environments. To qualify, students must locate a professor who is willing to supervise either ongoing or new research this summer during the 10-week summer session (May 20-July 26).

Summer Researchers must complete a minimum of 35-40 total research hours per week. Those hours must include a minimum of 30 personal-contact hours per week with either the Principal Investigator (PI), a postdoc, or the PI's graduate students. Students must confirm with their PI that they will be on campus and sponsor 30 personal-contact hours per week. The remaining 5-10 hours a week will consist of library-based literature review or library-based remote research.

Summer Researchers will live on campus for the duration of the 10-week summer session. Those student awarded a Research Scholarship will receive $4,000, dispersed in two installments, to help cover the cost of the summer semester.

Factors of Deliberation

When applicants are assessed, a number of factors will be considered, including (1) the intensity and length of past research, (2) current outcomes—for example, co-authorship or manuscripts under submission or in preparation, and (3) TAMS disciplinary reports, along with other indicators of social maturity. Students who have been dismissed from a prior lab will be ineligible to apply for a TAMS Summer Research Scholarship.

Students who are looking forward to their first research experience should still apply, but with knowledge of items 1-3 in the preceding paragraph.

Finding a Research Mentor

Students who are not currently conducting research may wonder, “Where do I look?”

• Students may consider approaching a professor with whom they have studied, and with whose research project they are familiar. Students can then see if that PI will take them on, in accord with the 30 hour/week personal-contact rule.
• For broader UNT research opportunities, students should visit departmental web sites and explore the research interests of several faculty members. Then, during office hours, they can visit one or more of these professors to discuss the possibility of joining a research team.
• Talk with TAMS seniors and other juniors who may have worked with a professor on research projects.

Ongoing summer applicants must approach their prospective summer research mentor before applying for ongoing summer research. Thus, when they complete the Summer Research application, students will be required to upload a copy of an email from their identified Summer Research mentor- who must be the Principal Investigator (PI) on the project. The email should certify that, if the student is accepted for the TAMS summer-research program, the student will be able to work in the lab of the PI, accruing at least 30 supervised hours of research a week (with either graduate students, postdocs, or the PI), in addition to 5-10 more hours of independent research for the 10-week summer session.

Please note that PI approval does not guarantee permission to conduct on-campus research this summer. All TAMS students must additionally have an approved TAMS summer-research application to complete on-campus summer research. Once students are accepted for summer research, their respective PIs will be sent an official mentor agreement to sign.

Program Requirements

Accepting a TAMS Summer Research placement requires full-time participation in the ten-week summer session (May 20 - July 26). UNT TAMS Summer Research participants will be registered by TAMS for a one semester-credit-hour, HNRS 2900 course. Summer Researchers must complete a minimum of 35-40 total research hours per week.

Those selected for Summer Research will be subject to additional rules and expectations outlined in the TAMS Summer Research contract/agreement. It is recommended that students review this contract carefully to ensure they are able to meet the requirements. A copy is provided here for REVIEW purpose only: TAMS Summer Research Agreement . Full contracts and instructions will be sent to students who receive placement in the TAMS Summer Research program at a later date.

Non-Scholarship Participation

Students who complete the TAMS summer research application and do not receive a summer-research scholarship may petition to be a non-scholarship summer research participant. Students who are designated as non-scholarship summer research participants will be responsible for covering the summer semester costs and must follow the requirements outlined in the summer research agreement.

Students who do not complete the TAMS summer-research application by the February 4, 11:59 deadline will not be able to petition for non-scholarship participation and may not conduct on-campus summer research.

Application Requirements Students must complete the TAMS Summer Research application (below) and attach the following required documents:

• A copy of the student's unofficial UNT Transcript that includes Fall semester 2023 grades
• A brief resume (no more than 2 pages)
• An "image capture" or .pdf file of an email from the student's identified summer research mentor- who must be the Principal Investigator (PI) on the project. The email should certify that, if the student is accepted for the TAMS summer research program, the student will be able to work in their lab and accrue at least 30 supervised hours of research a week (with either graduate students, postdocs, or the PI) for the duration 10-week summer session, along with 5-10 independent hours of literature review and other assignments.

Please see the agreement form for additional rules and expectations.

Print and complete the Summer Research Agreement (you will need a digital copy of this agreement to submit with the application, please use this naming convention LastnameFirstnameAgreement.pdf ).

Apply Now Here! (opens January 12, 2024)

• Summer Undergraduate Research Programs

Albert Einstein College of Medicine  - Bronx, N.Y. Summer Undergraduate Research Program

Augusta University  - Augusta, Ga. Summer Student Training and Research (STAR)

Baylor College of Medicine  - Houston, Texas Summer Medical and Research Training Program (SMART)

Boston University School of Medicine  - Boston, Mass. Summer Training as Research Scholars (STaRS)

Brigham and Women's Hospital (in collaboration with Harvard-affiliated hospitals) - Boston, Mass. Harvard Summer Research Program in Kidney Medicine

Case Western Reserve University  - Cleveland, Ohio Summer Undergraduate Research in Pharmacology

Children's Hospital Research Foundation of Cincinnati  - Cincinnati, Ohio Division of Developmental Biology  Undergraduate Summer Student Program

City of Hope National Medical Center and Beckman Research Institute  -Duarte, Calif. Eugene and Ruth Roberts Summer Student Academy

Committee on Institutional Cooperation  - Champaign, Ill. Summer Research Opportunities Program

Creighton University - Omaha, Neb. Undergraduate Biomedical Research Training Program

Drexel University College of Medicine  - Philadelphia, Penn. Biomedical Graduate Studies-Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship

Georgia State University, Neuroscience Institute  - Atlanta, Ga. B&B Summer Scholars Program

Gerstner Sloan-Kettering Graduate School  - New York, N.Y. Summer Undergraduate Research Program

Gundersen Health System La Crosse, Wisc. Student Summer Research Fellowship

Harvard Medical School  - Boston, Mass. Summer Honors Undergraduate Research Program (SHURP)

Hofstra North Shore/LIJ School of Medicine  - Manhasset, N.Y. Feinstein Institute for Medical Research Student Intern Program  

Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine  - Baltimore, Md. Summer Internship Program (SIP)

Keck Graduate Institute  - Claremont, Calif. Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE)

Louisiana State Health Sciences Center.  Shreveport Department of Pharmacology, Toxicology and Neuroscience  - Shreveport, La. Summer Undergraduate Pharmacology Experience in Research Program (SUPER)

Loyola University Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine   - Chicago, Ill.

• Undergraduate Summer Research Program, Department of Microbiology & Immunology 
• Summer Undergraduate Research Program, Department of Molecular Pharmacology and Therapeutics 

MaineHealth Institute for Research - Scarborough, Maine Summer Undergraduate Research Program - MaineHealth Institute for Research

Massachusetts General Hospital Center for Diversity and Inclusion  - Boston, Mass. Summer Research Trainee Program

Mayo Clinic  - Rochester, Minn. Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship

Medical College of Wisconsin  - Milwaukee, Wisc.

• Summer Program for Undergraduate Research
• Summer Enrichment Programs

Medical University of South Carolina  - Charleston, S.C. Summer Undergraduate Research Program

Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center  - New York, N.Y. Medical Student Summer Fellowship Research Program

Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation  - Minneapolis, Minn. Summer Research Internships in Clinical Cardiology

Mount Sinai School of Medicine  - New York, N.Y. Summer Undergraduate Research Program

New York University School of Medicine  - New York, N.Y. Summer Undergraduate Research Program

Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine  - Evanston, Ill.

• Summer Research Opportunity Program
• Cancer-Focused Undergraduate Research Experience (CURE)
• Pre-Med Undergraduate Intern Program

Ohio State University Medical Center  - Columbus, Ohio SUCCESS Summer Undergraduate Course Creating Excellence in Scientific Study

Oregon Health and Science University  - Portland, Ore. Graduate Studies Program

Penn State University, College of Medicine  - Hershey, Pa.

• SURIP – Summer Undergraduate Research Internship Program
• STEP-UP - Short-Term Educational Program for Underrepresented Persons
• SURF – American Heart Association Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship

Stanford University School of Medicine  - Stanford, Calif. Stanford Summer Research Program (SSRP)/Amgen Scholars Stanford CARE Scholars  

Texas A&M University College of Medicine  - Bryan, Texas Summer Undergraduate Research Program

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences   - Lubbock, Texas Summer Accelerated Biomedical Research (SABR) Program

Thomas Jefferson University  - Philadelphia, Penn. Summer Undergraduate Research Program

Tufts University  - Boston, Mass. Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences Summer Research Program

University of Alabama at Birmingham  - Birmingham, Ala. Summer Research Programs for Undergraduates

University at Buffalo (SUNY) School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences  - Buffalo, N.Y. Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE)

University of California, Los Angeles  - Los Angeles, Calif. Summer Programs for Undergraduate Research

University of California, San Diego  - La Jolla, Calif. Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) Program

University of California, San Francisco  - San Francisco, Calif. Summer Research Training Program

University of Chicago  - Chicago. Ill.

• The Leadership Alliance & The University of Chicago Summer Research Early Identification Program
• The Pritzker School of Medicine Experience in Research (PSOMER)

University of Cincinnati College of Medicine  - Cincinnati, Ohio Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowships (SURF)

University of Colorado Health Sciences Center  - Denver, Colo. Graduate Experience for Multicultural Students (GEMS)

University of Connecticut Health Center  - Farmington, Conn. Undergraduate Summer Research

University of Georgia, Biomedical and Health Sciences Institute  - Athens, Ga. Summer Undergraduate Fellows

University of Illinois at Chicago  - Chicago, Ill. Summer Research Opportunities Program (SROP)  

University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine  - Iowa City, Iowa Summer Undergraduate Research Programs

University of Kansas  - Lawrence, Kan. Summer Undergraduate Research Programs

University of Kentucky  - Lexington, Ky. NSF-REU: Summer Program in the Biomedical Sciences

University of Louisville - Ky. Undergraduate Summer Program in Cardiovascular Research for those from Under-Represented or Under-Served Populations

University of Maryland  - Baltimore, Md. Office of Student Research

University of Massachusetts Medical School  - Worcester, Mass. Summer Undergraduate Research Program

University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and Rutgers University  - New Brunswick, N.J. Undergraduate Summer Research

University of Michigan  - Ann Arbor, Mich.

• Frankel Cardiovascular Center Summer Fellowship Program
• UM-SMART Undergrad Summer Program
• Michigan Summer Undergraduate Research Experience: Diabetes & Metabolic Diseases (M-SURE)

University of Michigan Medical School, Rogel Cancer Center - Ann Arbor, MI Cancer Research Internship Program (CaRSIP)

University of Minnesota  - Twin Cities, Minn. Life Sciences Summer Undergraduate Research Programs (LSSURP)

University of Mississippi  - Jackson, Miss. Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE)

University of Nebraska - Lincoln  - Lincoln, Neb. Undergraduate Summer Research Program

University of Nebraska Medical Center  - Omaha, Neb. Summer Undergraduate Research

University of New Mexico School of Medicine  - Albuquerque, N.M. Undergraduate Pipeline Network Summer Research Program

University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center  - Oklahoma City, Okla.

• Native American Center for Health Research Summer Undergraduate Research Experience
• Summer Undergraduate Research Experience
• Stephenson Cancer Center Summer Undergraduate Program

University of Pennsylvania  - Philadelphia, Penn.

• Summer Undergraduate Internship Program (SUIP)
• Undergraduate Clinical Scholars Program

University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine  - Pittsburgh, Pa.

• Premedical Academic Enrichment Program
• MIDAS summer Research Opportunity
• Undergraduate Summer Research Opportunities
• Training and Experimentation in Computational Biology

University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry  - Rochester, N.Y.

• Strong Children’s Research Center Summer Program
• Summer Scholars Program

University of Texas Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences at Houston  - Houston, Texas Summer Undergraduate Research Program

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center  - Smithville, Texas Summer Program in Cancer Research

University of Texas Medical Branch  - Galveston, Texas Neuroscience Summer Undergraduate Research Program

University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio  - San Antonio, Texas

• GSBS Summer Undergraduate Research Programs
• Greehey CCRI Donald G McEwen, Memorial Summer Undergraduate Research & High School Program

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center  - Dallas, Texas Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF)

University of Utah  - Salt Lake City, Utah Native American Summer Research Internship (NARI)

University of Virginia School of Medicine  - Charlottesville, Va.

• Minority Health International Research Training Program (MHIRT)
• Summer Research Internship Program

University of Wisconsin  - Madison, Wisc. Integrated Biological Sciences Summer Research Program

Vanderbilt University  - Nashville, Tenn. Vanderbilt Summer Science Academy

Virginia Commonwealth University  - Richmond, Va. Summer Research in Microbiology, Infectious Diseases and Public Health Epidemiology (MIDPH) 

Wake Forest University  - Winston-Salem, N.C.

• Summer Research Opportunities Program
• Wake Forest University Biomedical Engineering REU Summer Program

Washington University  - St. Louis, Mo.

• AMGEN Scholars Program
• Leadership Alliance
• Pediatric Student Research Program

Wayne State University School of Medicine  - Detroit, Mich. Summer Research Programs

Weill Cornell/Rockefeller/Sloan-Kettering  - New York, N.Y.

• Gateways to the Laboratory Summer Program
• Travelers Summer Research Fellowship Program

West Virginia University - Morgantown, WV

• Biomedical Sciences Summer Research Experience for Underrepresented Students

Yale School of Medicine  - New Haven, Conn.

• NIH-NIDDK/KUH Yale Summer Research Fellowship for Undergraduate Students
• BioMed Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship

Summer Programs of Affiliate GREAT Group Members

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National Institutes of Health  - Bethesda, Md. Summer Internship Program in Biomedical Research

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GSBS Summer Research Internships

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center offers two summer research internships in Biomedical Sciences: ABRI and SABR. See below for specific program dates.

SABR 2024 is tentatively planned to be in-person from May 21 - July 26. The deadline to apply is March 1.

Amarillo Biomedical Research Internship

Amarillo Biomedical Research Internship (ABRI) is located in Amarillo, TX and affiliated with the Pharmaceutical Sciences graduate program and the Jerry H. Hodge School of Pharmacy.

The mission of the ABRI program is to foster interest in the graduate program at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Jerry H. Hodge School of Pharmacy as well as among promising and gifted students considering graduate studies leading to research careers in biomedical sciences.

Program Information

Program Structure

Each of the students selected for the biomedical sciences research program will be provided with a stipend and placed in a laboratory setting under the guidance of a graduate faculty mentor. Most placements are in Amarillo; however, placements may be available in Abilene (this depends on SOP faculty participation and varies from year to year). The students will work for 10 weeks during the summer, learning research skills and conducting laboratory studies. Students typically begin their 10-week internship on the fourth week in May, completing their work the last week of July. The focus of the ABRI program is to provide the interns with one-on-one, hands-on experience in investigator-initiated research. The program will provide an opportunity for interns to conduct serious research and develop applied research skills. Upon completing this program, interns will be equipped with solid skills and experience that will better enable them to successfully pursue graduate studies in biomedical fields.

Internship Requirements

• Complete a 10-week program of intensive research. Internships will not be calculated based on hourly work; the stipend will be awarded in two payments for the entire 10-week internship.
• Develop and conduct an investigator-initiated research project, in consultation with the faculty mentor.
• Participate in other research activities at the School (e.g., attend research seminars, group meetings, etc.)
• Complete a research project within the time-frame of the internship.
• Present work/findings at the ABRI Closing event.

Stipend and Program Dates

All interns are awarded a stipend of $3,800 for the program.

The program runs from May 27 - August 2, 2019

Faculty Requirements

The multi-disciplinary faculty of the Jerry H. Hodge School of Pharmacy are encouraged to participate in the ABRI program. Each participating faculty mentor should have an ongoing investigator-initiated research program with enough funding to support half of the student stipend and to cover other research expenses. Lab personnel (e.g., post doctoral research associates, graduate students, technicians, etc.) should already be in place in the laboratory and available to assist the intern throughout the internship.

Faculty members interested in participating in the ABRI program may apply in March to the Graduate Program Office for approval and subsequent student placement. 

Application Information

Application Process

Applications for ABRI are completed through BioRaider.com, which hosts our application system.

While creating a BioRaider.com account, rather than selecting ABRI for the academic program of interest select the eventual graduate program of interest (for example, Pharmaceutical Sciences M.S. or Ph.D.). Then after your account is complete, you can select the Summer Internships application for ABRI.

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Application Requirements

• College Transcript (Unofficial transcripts accepted)
• 1 Letter of Recommendation
• Essay (Define your motivation for participating in the ABRI program)

Eligibility Criteria & Target Audience

Students who have completed their first year toward a bachelors degree or their first year of a professional degree will be eligible for the program. Preference will be given to third- or fourth-year students. Applicants should express a serious interest in obtaining hands-on, intensive research experience. All interested students will complete an application. Final selections of students will be made by a panel of mentors in the program.

Application Deadline

Biomedical Research Internship of Abilene

The Biomedical Research Internship of Abilene (BRIA) is located on the Abilene campus of Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center and is associated with the Department of Immunotherapeutics and Biotechnology. The vision of the Department is to be a leader in precision oncology therapeutics through cutting-edge interdisciplinary research. As part of a diverse research team, our interns work in state-of-the-art labs on projects to develop new cancer therapies and uncover new knowledge of cancer biology that could lead to a cure for cancer.  This internship offers undergraduate students a unique hands-on opportunity to gain research skills. BRIA is ideal for highly motivated students who aspire to become biomedical researchers and are considering further training in a biomedical or pharmaceutical Ph.D. or MS program.

Interns accepted into the BRIA program will work full-time for 10 weeks from May 30 to Aug 4.

Summer Accelerated Biomedical Research

Summer Accelerated Biomedical Research (SABR) is located in Lubbock, TX and affiliated with the Biomedical Sciences Ph.D. program.

The Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences has faculty involved in many relevant, interesting research areas with state-of-the art labs and equipment. The SABR Program is an excellent educational opportunity, with a commitment to fostering the intern's desire for science and research. Our program is intended for undergraduate students or current graduates who wish to gain more research experience before entering graduate school. 

The SABR program will introduce its interns to a full-time work schedule, which can be a first-time experience for many. During these 10 weeks, our interns will be exposed to the life of a graduate student, as well as learn to become more independent and self-autonomous. Along the way, interns will be helped by their mentor, graduate students, other lab staff members, and the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences' administration.

The program runs from the end of May to the end of July.

Internship Guidelines

• A full stipend is predicated on the 10-week period; payment dates are July 1st and August 1st. The SABR Program begins May 30 and ends August 5. The stipend for this 10-week program is $3800 (before taxes).
• A typical workweek will consist of at least 40 hours – sometimes more, if your experiments require. (Night or weekend hours may be necessary). You will work with your mentor to create a daily/weekly schedule to support your experiments and research. Your lunch hour should not exceed 60 minutes. Anytime you are going to be 30+ minutes late or are sick, you must to notify the GSBS office (806-743-2556) and your mentor or lab.
• Due to the large amount of time spent in the lab each week, students will be unable to concurrently take summer school classes or work a second job. If you currently hold a job position within the TTU System you will need to ask them to end this position for the summer, in order for the system to allow us to process your stipend.
• Orientation, Safety Training, and Tuesday seminars are REQUIRED Attendance; NO EXCEPTIONS. You may access the SABR schedule at any time online.  Any time you will not be attending due to sickness, you must notify the GSBS office prior to the event. (Please try to arrive a few minutes early so we may start all functions on time).
• The SABR Program is designed to complete your research project in a 10-week time-frame. Working on your own research project will be an immersing experience for the entire duration. Time off during the 10 weeks is only approved by GSBS in emergency situations.
• You are required to attend and participate in the entire Final Research Symposium. Travel plans are to be made accordingly.  (Interns will prepare an abstract during the 10-week program and present their findings at this symposium).
• Most importantly, our SABR Program is for you to learn new ideas, learn new techniques, meet new friends, grow independently and to have a great summer!

You will be richly rewarded for your dedication and hard work, and we hope to have you join us this summer!

SABR Committee Contact

Michael Blanton, Ph.D. Senior Associate Dean Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences

View the SABR Faculty Welcome Page

Intern Housing Accommodations

Housing opportunities in Lubbock are plentiful and students have had little trouble finding housing for the 10 week program in the past.

If you need assistance finding suitable accommodations, please reach out to us!

There is a local bus line in town called Citibus .  Interns are encouraged to utilize this city service to procure groceries, go shopping on weekends, and other tasks that can circumvent the lack of a car. The bus routes and pricing information can be found here .

If you would like to rent a car for the duration of your stay, Lubbock has a variety of car rentals to choose from.

Recreational Center: Texas Tech University main campus offers many exciting recreational sports and events in their REC center. Please visit the Rec Center's Website for information on summer pricing and available amenities. Rock climbing wall, indoor and outdoor track, 2 lap pools, a leisure pool, and so much more!

Interns who choose to pay for a Recreation Center membership can use their membership ID for a discount on the local City Bus, but this is completely optional. 

Calendar of Events

All Tuesday Seminars are tentatively from 12:00 P.M. to 1:00 P.M.

Lunches will be provided during the seminars.

The SABR program will provide optional extra-curricular activities.

Applications for SABR are completed through BioRaider.com, which hosts our application system.

While creating a BioRaider.com account, rather than selecting SABR for the academic program of interest select the eventual graduate program of interest (for example, Biomedical Sciences PhD). Then after your account is complete, you can select the Summer Internships application for SABR.

• Essay (Define your motivation for participating in the SABR program)

To be eligible for this program we ask that you are an undergraduate who has interest in performing scientific research and attending graduate school.

Applicants who are currently enrolled in graduate school will not be eligible for review.

Applicants taking post-baccalaureate classes with the intent to enter graduate school will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Interns must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, or DACA recipient with original, unexpired, and valid EAD card.

Application Deadline & Decisions

The deadline to apply to the 2024 SABR program is March 1 . After the deadline, the SABR committee will review the applicant's research interests, academic performance, letters of recommendation, and personal essays. This process determines which applicants are the best fit for the TTUHSC GSBS faculty as well as establishing an alternate group. Decisions are announced in early April.

The SABR program receives ~70 applications per year, taking only 10 interns based on the availability of funds and mentors.

Late applications will not be considered for the SABR program, so please have all of your materials submitted before the deadline!

Contact Information

Teresa Carlisle Unit Manager (806)414-9329 Email

Jerri Jones Program Manager (325) 696-0524 Email

Terri Lloyd GSBS Admissions Director (806)743-2556 Email

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Research program for hs students – summer 2025.

Summer 2024: Papers & Presentations

Summer 2023: Papers & Presentations

Program dates: June 9 – August 1, 2025 (8 weeks) Application site: TBD

Summer 2025 program will be updated by January 1, 2025. Please check back here at that time. Following details are for Summer 2024:

All Summer Research offerings @ Google sheet utd.link/csr24

We believe that learning coding skills and understanding new technologies is the most productive way to spend summer months for the most high school students. Main challenge with research for HS students is that the advanced level of knowledge is required to understand the research that goes on in our labs & to make any meaningful contribution in short 2 months of Summer.

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Learning to code is like learning to play a musical instrument! It takes a lot of time, patience and practice. Please, please, please do NOT skip the introductory material covered in our summer camps and sign up directly for the research workshops – it will have the opposite effect – your child will lose the self-confidence and decide that Computer Science is not for him/her.

We have decided to offer 2 types of research opportunities this Summer:

• Intensive Research Internship in CS labs – typically meet in-person for multiple days per week – capacity in each lab is very limited – so we will be extremely selective! Selection process & goals are managed by individual labs. We expect each intern to work 20-40 hours per week – it will vary greatly depending on the project or lab. Actual work can vary a lot too: reading research papers, conducting simulations, develop app for specific functionality, etc.

There will be $500 fee to cover the logistics and compensation for the instructors (we will accommodate the low income families with discounted fees). Once you are selected for Internship, you are expected to register within a week to keep your spot. There will be $50 cancellation fee. Warning: We expect the lab intern selection to be highly selective. Do not be disappointed if you don’t get selected. We don’t mean to discourage you, rather we want you to be realistic about the chances. Best wishes!

• Summer Research Workshops – Each workshop is run like informal college courses that meets at least twice per week – students can attend IN-PERSON or ONLINE (all sessions will be recorded to help the attendees to catch up if any sessions are missed due to other summer commitments) – typical goal of each workshop is to end with a final project or paper related to the research area. However, we will NOT push the students to do them – we will enable them by providing the necessary support & guide them towards their goals. There will be $500 fee to attend these Summer Research workshops. Once you are selected for this Summer Research program, you are expected to register within a week to keep your spot. There will be $50 cancellation fee. However, if you are admitted to a lab later, we will be happy to transfer you to the lab. We also have 8-week Deep-dive AI workshop which runs for the whole day for 8 weeks! Registration fee is $1200. See the details below.

Who can apply?

These research opportunities are ONLY for passionate & highly motivated advanced level high school students (ideally students finishing 10th and 11th grade) who are thrilled to dig deep and gain more knowledge with minimal guidance. If you are hoping for a lot of hand-holding along the way, these opportunities are not for you! 🙁 Especially for lab internships, we expect you to have good background knowledge in the research areas you are interested in.

Google sheet utd.link/csr24 contains the listing of current Summer Research offerings. You can also visit UTDCS department research page to understand research that goes on in our research labs/institutes/centers. BTW, professors’ schedules are extremely busy – please do NOT email them directly – reach out to Dr. Jey at [email protected] if there are any questions.

8 week Deep-dive AI Workshop – June 3 to August 2, 2024 (with July 1-5 break)

Application process through https://k12.utdallas.edu/research

UTD CS is thrilled to offer Artificial Intelligence Workshop for 8 weeks for College Students & Advanced Level High School Students. This camp actually runs Monday to Friday for all 8 weeks (9:30am-4pm) with lunch break for an hour. In-person attendance is strongly recommended. Supervision will be provided from 8:30am to 5pm. We will send a camp completion certificate to each camper. We will also send a write-up/recommendation letter based on the student’s performance.

Pre-requisites: Familiarity with Python programming, and high school level math. Willing to invest time & energy to learn advanced level coding, data analysis skills and apply them to a real life project.

Instructors

UTD CS graduate students, with Dr. Anurag Nagar & Dr. Anjum Chida as the faculty leads.

Registration fee is $1200, very reasonable for 8 week intense program like this one, we understand that the low income families may find it hard to pay it – as a public state institution, our goal is never to turn away any interested Texas students due to money. We offer 50% discount for low-income families. Send any meaningful documentation to [email protected] to apply. See the bottom of utdallas.edu/k12 for more details.

In case you change your mind later & decide not to attend this program, there is just $50 cancellation fee – remaining amount will be refunded back to you. Also, pro-rated amount will be refunded if you decide to quit in the middle of the program.

List of Topics

• Introduction to Python programming, tools for data analysis such as NumPy, pandas, graphics.
• Getting started with data processing – various file formats, loading into data frames and performing basic statistical operations.
• Introduction to machine learning, with examples and real life scenarios.
• AI/ML model building – decision trees, neural networks, etc.
• Deep Neural Nets using TensorFlow
• Convolutional Neural Nets (CNN) and Recurrent Neural Nets (RNN)
• Model Evaluation – accuracy, error, ROC curve
• Project Activities

The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living and working environment that is welcoming, respectful and inclusive of all members of the university community. The University  prohibits unlawful discrimination against a person because of their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status. Participation in our Coding Camps/Workshops/Webinars is open to all interested parties.

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Summer Internships for Graduate and Undergraduate Students

The Internship Application is currently closed.

The summer internships at Texas Biomedical Research Institute (Texas Biomed) and the Southwest National Primate Research Center (SNPRC) are established to offer paid, hands-on, real-world experience with cutting-edge research, primate care, and administrative research support.  It is our goal to provide all interns with a rich learning culture that encourages ongoing development of skills and knowledge. Texas Biomed and the SNPRC offer three(3) summer internship tracks to undergraduate and graduate students.

• Texas Biomed Summer Scholars Program (infectious disease research)
• SNPRC Summer Internship Program (veterinary research and primate care)
• Texas Biomed Summer Administration Internship (administrative support of research)

Successful applicants for these paid internships will begin their experience at Texas Biomed/SNPRC starting on June 3 and ending on July 26, 2024.

Internships are available on both a part- and full-time basis when appropriate. Remote or hybrid work is available when appropriate. Extending internships beyond the formal 8-weeks of these intern programs to meet class requirements is at the discretion of the department or laboratory where the intern is placed.

All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. Texas Biomedical Research Institute is not able to sponsor work visas for our summer internship programs. If selected for a summer internship, applicants must be able to show proof of U.S citizenship or proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Summer internship applicants must be currently enrolled in an accredited United States University and have completed their first year toward a bachelor’s degree or first year of a professional degree. Individuals who already have a degree and are not currently enrolled in a program are not eligible for the internship program.

To align with Texas Biomed policy, all interns must present proof of an up to date COVID-19 immunization record to include booster(s) if eligible, pass required background checks, medical screening, and a drug test prior as part of the on-boarding process prior to entering labs. Interns will be required to follow all Texas Biomed safety policies wearing appropriate PPE as required.

Texas Biomed does not cover transportation or lodging expenses.

• Interns are required to provide Texas Biomed with lodging information for the duration of the internship no later than May 1, 2024. Since San Antonio is a popular tourist destination, you will want to make your lodging arrangements as soon as possible.
• San Antonio is a difficult city to navigate without a vehicle. Due to the location of Texas Biomed, reliable transportation will be required.

Some accommodations are more affordable if you elect to carpool and share lodging with other interns.

Each applicant may select up to three internship programs in order of preference. All required information on the application must be provided. Incomplete or falsified information on the application will disqualify applicants from consideration.

Applications submitted by Friday, February 2, 2024 at 11:59 pm will receive primary consideration. However, applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until Friday, February 23, 2024 at 11:59pm .  The application window for all three internship tracks is closed after Friday, February 23 rd . Applications for all three internship tracks will only be accepted during the application window. All summer interns must apply by submitting an application through the Texas Biomed Website.

Application requirements include:

• Indicate COVID-19 vaccination status
• College transcript (unofficial transcripts are accepted)
• Resume or CV
• 2 letters of recommendation (may be submitted independently)
• Personal Statement

Successful applicants for all internship programs must adhere to the following:

• Complete an 8-week program of intensive research and/or career experience.
• Internships will be based on hourly work.
• If within a laboratory setting, the expectation is interns will develop and conduct an investigator-initiated research project, in consultation with the mentor.
• Attend and participate in program-specific activities.
• Participate in other professional development activities at Texas Biomed (e.g., attend research seminars, group meetings, etc.)
• Complete a research or career path specific project within the time-frame of the internship.
• Present work/findings at the Texas Biomed Closing event.

Outreach Career Opportunities

All internship programs begin June 3, 2024 and conclude on July 26, 2024.

Internship Application

Each of the students selected for the Texas Biomed Summer Internship will be paid hourly and placed in a laboratory setting under the guidance of a Texas Biomed faculty member. The students will work full-time for 8 weeks during the summer, learning research and/or career skills and conducting laboratory studies if placed in a research laboratory. Students begin their 8-week internship on June 3, 2024, completing their work on July 26, 2024. The focus of the Texas Biomed program is to provide the interns with one-on-one, hands-on experience in either investigator-initiated research or department specific experiences. The program will provide an opportunity for interns to conduct research and develop applied research skills. Upon completing this program, interns will be equipped with solid skills and experience that will better enable them to successfully pursue graduate studies in biomedical fields.

Successful applicants for the SNPRC internship program will be paid hourly and placed in a laboratory, clinical veterinary, or veterinary pathology setting under the guidance of an SNPRC faculty mentor. The students will work full-time for 8 weeks during the summer, learning research and technical skills and conducting laboratory studies. Students begin their 8-week internship on June 3, 2024, completing their work on July 26, 2024. The focus of the SNPRC program is to provide the interns with one-on-one, hands-on experience within the SNPRC. The program will provide an opportunity for interns to gain veterinary experience and/or conduct research and develop applied research skills. Upon completing this program, interns will be equipped with solid skills and experience that will better enable them to successfully pursue graduate studies in veterinary and/or biomedical fields.

Students selected for the TX Biomed Administrative Internship will be placed under the primary supervision of a non-faculty, senior staff member of a non-research department. Interns will work full-time for 8-weeks during the summer, learning how the departmental professions are vital to the mission of finding solutions to real-world issues through scientific research. Interns will begin their 8-week internship on June 3, 2024, completing their work on July 26, 2024. Internships are available in areas such as Marketing/Communications, Human Resources, Education, Security, and Information Technology. Upon completing this program, interns will possess one-of-a-kind career knowledge and experience that prepares them to pursue a career within the STEM workforce.

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Innovation Lab Under the mentorship of Viraj KulKarni, Ph.D, interns will be introduced to the development of novel interventions against infectious disease. Interns will get a hands-on training in wet lab experiments. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates interested in pursuing careers in academic research as well as industry. Interested candidates should have basic knowledge of biology. Candidates must be self-motivated, hardworking and desire to learn. Expected to work in a laboratory on site.

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Undergraduates Showcase Summer Research Projects at SPUR Symposium

More than 260 students presented 240 summer research projects to hundreds of attendees during the Summer Platform for Undergraduate Research (SPUR) symposium Aug. 2 at The University of Texas at Dallas.

Presenters included undergraduate researchers from UT Dallas and 27 other institutions. All were conducting research associated with UTD through one of a variety of initiatives, including the Clark Summer Research Program , which allows incoming first-year students to conduct research before starting their classes.

Dr. Donal Skinner , dean and the Mary McDermott Cook Chair in the Hobson Wildenthal Honors College , said the research facilitated by the SPUR program is “essential for students because it cultivates critical thinking, problem-solving skills and a deeper understanding of their field.”

“This experience bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application, and prepares students for advanced studies and diverse career paths, along with building confidence and preparing them for future academic and professional endeavors,” he said.

Three students were selected to make oral presentations: business analytics junior Anjali Bhatia, whose work focused on global cybersecurity; neuroscience senior Laney Waydick, who discussed how vagus nerve stimulation alters activity in ventral tegmental dopamine neurons; and mechanical engineering senior Julius Weiler, whose research focused on a hybrid energy system for carbon-neutral buildings.

“SPUR has so many moving parts that it’s exciting to see it all come together. We have the support of all seven schools on campus, which allows us to reward students for their hard work and dedication.” Wendi Kavanaugh MA’04, MFA’10, associate director of the National Merit Scholars Program and director of the Clark Summer Research Program in the Hobson Wildenthal Honors College

The poster competition featured entrants from all seven UT Dallas schools. Among the topics presented were an examination of volumetric light-sheet imaging of zebrafish hearts, a techno-economic analysis of an offshore wind and hydrogen integrated system in the Gulf of Mexico, and an evaluation of attitudes toward the consequences of the right to asylum in Germany. One hundred winners were selected by the judges.

“SPUR has so many moving parts that it’s exciting to see it all come together. We have the support of all seven schools on campus, which allows us to reward students for their hard work and dedication,” said Wendi Kavanaugh MA’04, MFA’10, associate director of the National Merit Scholars Program and director of the Clark Summer Research Program in the Honors College.

Watching the student presentations is inspiring, Kavanaugh said.

“The energy in the room is cheerful and infectious. Seeing students support each other by listening and asking questions about each other’s posters shows how much they care about research,” she said.

The campus symposium featured keynote speaker Dr. Andre Samuel, founder, president and CEO of The Citizen Science Lab, which helps underserved students in Pittsburgh participate in science and research.

The Honors College organized the event with the support of many UT Dallas schools and programs, including the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science and the Office of Research and Innovation . SPUR is the brainchild of Dr. Benedict Kolber , associate professor of neuroscience in the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences , and Ben Porter MS’08, PhD’11, associate professor of instruction in bioengineering in the Jonsson School. Several summer research initiatives at UTD are funded by grants from the National Science Foundation’s Research Experiences for Undergraduates program.

Media Contact: Jessica Good, UT Dallas, 972-883-4319, [email protected] , or the Office of Media Relations, UT Dallas, (972) 883-2155, [email protected] .

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By Rick Vacek | August 14, 2024

Before he began working in the Clark Summer Research Program this year, incoming freshman Kade Ponzo scheduled a flight to Canada for the day after he finished his first foray into The University of Texas at Dallas .

Little did he know that his airline knowledge was about to take off with his research project, “Forecasting Air Traffic Route Demand with Transformers.”

“I booked my flight and thought, ‘There will be an airplane waiting for me. There’s an airline that will service me,’” he said. “But I didn’t think about all the different factors that go into that. They have to be able to predict that to provide me with that flight. Now I can go to the airport and say, ‘Now I know how things work here.’”

Ponzo’s work was on display Aug. 2 in the University’s Activity Center as the Summer Platform for Undergraduate Research (SPUR) symposium demonstrated its continuing growth. The first sign of that expansion was the simple fact that it was in the Activity Center, a much larger venue than before.

From 170 participants in its first year to 207 in 2023 to 240 this year, SPUR has been spurred on to new heights by the research abilities of UT Dallas students – and not just graduate students.

“The quality of the work I’ve been seeing in general – you have to pinch yourself to think of this as undergraduate research,” said Dr. Donal Skinner, dean of the Hobson Wildenthal Honors College , the sponsor of the Clark program and SPUR symposium, while going station to station to hear students’ presentations.

He was so impressed by a student’s research into the hunt for a prostate cancer cure, he said later, “The way she can explain it, you’d swear she’s a graduate student. That’s something I’ve come to expect of UTD students. They operate as undergrads at the level that many grad students operate at – just exemplary. It’s very rewarding to see that.”

Why Undergraduate Research Is Flourishing

Dr. Benedict Kolber has worked with a lot of undergraduate researchers – he’s the 2024 winner of the Provost’s Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Research Mentoring, and he manages the SPUR program alongside Dr. Ben Porter MS’08, PhD’11 , associate professor of instruction in the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science .

Thus, it doesn’t surprise Kolber, associate professor of neuroscience in the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences , when he sees what these students can do.

“Our undergraduates are fabulous,” he said. “Of course, when they’re brand new they have to learn a lot – there’s a steep learning curve. But they’re very strong, especially once they’ve been in the lab for a year or a summer or two.

“They really are operating at the level of master’s students or even first- or second-year PhD students. Some are really extraordinary.”

One of the students deserving of such lofty praise is sophomore information systems major Praneeta Srinivas, whose poster presentation was titled, “Exploring Algorithmic Bias in Recommendation Systems.”

Her hypothesis: Recommendation algorithms on social media display inherent biases based on user demographics. 

To test that hypothesis, she created 11 advertisements for a Facebook page she called “Senioritis to Freshman Fever,” which discussed the transition from high school senior to college freshman.

One base ad had a simple background, and there were five apiece for men and women of different races. She still was waiting on results at the time of the symposium, but her preliminary conclusions were that clear biases exist, and these biases influence content visibility and user engagement.

“I can already see that distribution is different based on the content,” she said.

The acknowledgments on Srinivas’ poster included a thank-you for the guidance of Dr. Upender Subramanian , PhD Area Coordinator and Professor of Marketing, and Dr. Ramesh Subramoniam , Clinical Associate Professor and Director of Undergraduate Research, both in the Naveen Jindal School of Management (JSOM) .

JURS Has Business Students Doing Research

Therein lies another important aspect of SPUR’s success: the Jindal Undergraduate Research Scholar (JURS) program .

When he came to UT Dallas six years ago, Subramoniam noticed that many students wanted to do independent study with him. Research is not generally something associated with business schools, but it is at UT Dallas, thanks to the JSOM dean, Dr. Hasan Pirkul , who initiated the JURS program.

Pirkul said the Jindal School faculty ranks in the top five in the world for research productivity. 

“A typical student coming to business school is not thinking about research even though research is every bit as important in business as other disciplines,” he added. “It instills in them the instinct to think outside the box, to question the status quo and search for better solutions. 

“We put together the JURS program to encourage our students to do research and take advantage of one of the major strengths of our school.”

Subramoniam noted how extensive that encouragement is: “We tell students to pick the topic, and we will connect them with faculty, both tenure and non-tenure. They have the freedom to select where they want to go.”

Last year, he chose 30 students out of 55 applications. As of Aug. 2, he already had 15 applications for this year, and the students hadn’t even returned to campus.

“The faculty is motivated, and now students are motivated,” he added. “That is the goal of this program – to get students excited. I want to get everybody into this process.”

The Clark program gets students in the process even sooner.

“The energy the students are bringing is so great, especially seeing that it’s (recent) high school students,” said Dr. Vatsal Maru , assistant professor of instruction in the Jindal School.

Maru was the faculty mentor for Ponzo, who never would have believed that he would be studying air-traffic operations just a few weeks after graduating from Carroll Senior High School in Southlake.

His complex poster, filled with equations, took pains to prove that a Temporal Fusion Transformer (TFT) could accurately forecast what airline routes are most needed.

With Maru’s help, Subramoniam looks forward to incorporating more research like that into the JURS program.

“That’s the future,” he said of Ponzo’s air-traffic study. “Everybody is shifting from forecasting from a traditional system to AI-based models. All the software providers are moving into real-time tracking of supply chains and forecasting demand.

“This is going to be such a valuable resource and will actually pave the way for future research. These are all very real-time, real-world topics.”

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College of Engineering | July 24, 2024

Nsf-sponsored utep creeds summer program empowers educators with advanced research in cybersecurity and data science.

In a world where technology is rapidly advancing, it is crucial for educators to stay abreast of the latest developments in fields such as computer science, cybersecurity, and data science. The Computer Science Department at The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is excited to share the continued achievements of its CREEDS (Cybersecurity Research Experience for Educators through Data Science) summer program.

This NSF-funded initiative led by Drs. Deepak Tosh, Computer Science Assistant Professor, Martine Ceberio, Computer Science Professor, and William Robertson, Teacher Education Professor, aims to equip middle and high school educators in the El Paso region with authentic research experiences in Cybersecurity and Data Science. Since its launch in 2022, the program has provided research opportunities to 21 teachers. These educators have gained valuable knowledge in computer science, enhancing their teaching practices with up-to-date information.

The CREEDS RET summer program is a six-week intensive research experience where educators work in pairs on a novel research project, gaining valuable insights into topics such as cybersecurity and artificial intelligence. This hands-on approach enhances their problem-solving and programming skills while preparing them with new pedagogical methods to take back to their classrooms. Additionally, by attending special sessions on emerging technologies, such as AI and machine learning, the program ensures that educators are well-prepared to meet the challenges of teaching in a technology-driven environment.

Deepak Tosh, Ph.D., Computer Science Assistant Professor, and CREEDS Principal Investigator, remarked on the program's challenges and successes: “It is quite challenging to orient diverse school teachers to conduct meaningful research in a 6-weeks span. However, with the support of our faculty mentors and amazing student mentors, we have been very successful in achieving this. The teachers express that they receive eye-opening experiences through this program, which is very rewarding to hear.”

Success stories from the program highlight its impact. A teacher from Canutillo Early College High School used their AP Computer Science class to teach AI fundamentals, inspired by their research project at CREEDS in 2023. Another teacher created a children's community workshop focusing on data science and AI, employing hands-on approaches learned in this program. A team of teachers also presented their research project nationally at a virtual RET Symposium organized by NSF and ASEE [American Society for Engineering Education].

"It is exciting to see the group of teachers come together, work together, and build a community that, I trust, and we plan as part of the program, will outlive the duration of their participation in the program,” said Martine Ceberio, Ph.D., Computer Science Professor and Co-Principal Investigator of CREEDS. “With this cohort, I see a lot of motivation to advance in their studies. It has resulted in this side effect of teachers being at UTEP this summer, hearing about the programs that we offer, and moving forward in their careers.

Shawn Trousdale, a computer science teacher at Eastwood High School and a CREEDS 2023 participant, expressed: “This experience has been incredible. Having the opportunity to collaborate five days a week with fellow teachers from across the city, all within the computer science realm, focusing on cutting-edge topics like cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and data science, has been truly transformative.”

The CREEDS summer program at UTEP introduces participating teachers to new research topics, including large language modeling—the technology behind ChatGPT—cognitive modeling, fairness issues in AI-driven software, and hardware cybersecurity. These topics are designed to equip educators with the knowledge and tools to inspire the next generation of STEM students.

Dr. William Robertson, Teacher Education Professor and Co-PI of the CREEDS program, emphasized the program's significance: “The importance of providing real-world experiences for teachers in computer science that they can take back to their students in the Paso del Norte region cannot be overemphasized and the goal of creating a pipeline to UTEP comes in part through our commitment to local teachers.”

In 2023 and 2024, the program successfully recruited and trained 11 and 10 teachers, respectively. Building on this success, the CREEDS program plans to recruit at least 9 more teachers for 2025, offering them an immersive research experience that enriches their teaching methodologies and fosters a deeper understanding of computer science.

Rebecca Bethany, an El Paso High School STEM teacher and a participant in the CREEDS 2023 cohort, returned this year as a mentor for current participants. Reflecting on her experience, she stated: “Professionally, I have grown so much. I didn’t know much about data science or AI before, but now I’m even considering pursuing a master’s degree. Having a second opportunity to explore various projects and learn from them has been invaluable. I intend to take every opportunity I’ve had here back to my classroom to benefit my students.”

The CREEDS program has cultivated a community of like-minded educators passionate about computer science education in middle and high schools. With substantial support from UTEP's Computer Science faculty, this community is poised to grow and become self-sustaining in the coming years. The Career and Technical Education (CTE) officials of school districts in the El Paso region have been highly supportive of their teachers' participation in this program. This collaboration is expected to continue, meeting the needs of CS teachers through various federally funded projects.

Educators and researchers interested in the CREEDS program can stay informed about the next application cycle by visiting the CREEDS website . The application period for FY 24-25 is anticipated to open in November 2024 and will remain open until March 2025. Additionally, the program will reach out to school districts, previously participating teachers, and school principals via email. For any inquiries, interested parties are encouraged to contact the program directly at [email protected] .

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During this summer’s Bowers Undergraduate Research Experience, Joyce Yang ’27, a computer science major, worked with Cornell’s EmPRISE Lab to develop a robotic system to transfer a patient from a bed to a wheelchair.

Summer program gives undergraduates a taste of research life

By louis dipietro cornell ann s. bowers college of computing and information science..

Research takes time.

“On top of classes and extracurricular commitments, I often struggle to find enough time for research during the semester,” said James Kim ’25, a computer science and math major.

But this summer, thanks to the  Bowers Undergraduate Research Experience (BURE) , Kim, along with 60 of his undergraduate peers from the Cornell Ann S. Bowers College of Computing and Information Science, can give research the time it requires. In the process, Kim is discovering a career path. Working alongside  Amy Kuceyeski , adjunct associate professor of statistics and data science and professor of mathematics in radiology and of mathematics in neuroscience in the Feil Family Brain and Mind Research Institute at Weill Cornell Medicine, Kim uses machine learning models to analyze brain scans and predict the onset of various neurological disorders. He plans to pursue a doctoral degree in computer science, with a focus on artificial intelligence, neuroscience and health care.

Kabir Samsi ’26, a computer science major and music minor, spent his summer working in a Cornell lab as part of the Bowers Undergraduate Research Experience.

“What I was able to get done over two months during the semester, I got done in maybe a week or two here during the summer,” Kim said. “BURE has been extremely worthwhile. The mentorship and the support have been priceless.”

Hosted by the Cornell Bowers CIS and encompassing Cornell’s Ithaca campus and Cornell Tech in New York City, BURE is a 10-week summer program where Cornell undergraduates are paired with one of nearly 40 faculty mentors and their doctoral students to tackle a specific research project. BURE students work full time for an hourly wage or a research stipend. Open to all Cornell Bowers CIS undergraduates, the program is meant to give undergraduate students a preview of the open, free-form nature of research so that they can decide whether pursuing a doctoral degree is the right choice, said  Adrian Sampson , associate professor of computer science and a BURE mentor. 

“If students are at all considering a career in research, it does not make sense to immediately apply to a Ph.D. program without doing any,” said Sampson, who is mentoring six undergraduate students in his  Computer Architecture and Programming Abstractions (CAPRA) lab this summer. “By the end of the summer, I hope students get a sense of whether this is something they want to do long term. Maybe they like research, or they don’t. There’s no shame in either direction.” 

BURE student Joyce Yang ’27 is working with the  EmPRISE Lab , directed by  Tapomayukh Bhattacharjee , assistant professor of computer science, to develop a robotic system that can safely transfer a care recipient from a bed to a wheelchair. While there has been limited research on this topic, human transferring is one of caregivers’ most challenging daily tasks, making her work all the more meaningful, Yang said. 

“With research, I think it’s fun that you never really know when you’re going to be done with a project, and that it can go as far as you’d like it to go,” said Yang, a computer science major. “There’s a possibility of discovering or inventing something that’s novel, and, especially with robotics, something that could truly have a positive impact in people’s lives.”

Along with research opportunities, BURE offers a series of weekly talks from mentors about life as a researcher, and regular social events throughout the summer. At BURE’s conclusion, participating students showcase their work during a research symposium.

BURE has given Kabir Samsi ’26 the time and experience to decide what he’d like to do after his undergraduate studies, he said.

“The experience has been fantastic,” said Samsi, a computer science major and music minor who is working in Sampson’s CAPRA Lab on a project related to packet scheduling, a model for improving the way computer systems handle flows of data. “I think it's hugely inspired me to want to continue a path of research.”

New this summer is  BURE Next , run by the Cornell Bowers CIS’s Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging. It was created to encourage research opportunities for undergraduate students from underrepresented groups everywhere – not just at Cornell; anyone can apply. Four students are participating in BURE Next this summer.

BURE is offered every summer, and Cornell Bowers CIS students can apply via the  college’s website .

Louis DiPietro is a writer for the Cornell Ann S. Bowers College of Computing and Information Science.

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