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s a college student, you often hear that the future is full of exciting opportunities. Here at Purdue University, we wonder: Why should you wait until then?
Become part of a world-class laboratory group conducting exciting research this summer! You can begin using cutting-edge technology and some of the most advanced laboratory equipment in the country. You can be part of the team that pushes the outer limits of knowledge in your field. After all, that’s what we do every day. Come join us!
Why should I participate in an Undergraduate Summer Research Program?
If you’re considering graduate study, participating in an undergraduate summer research program gives you the added edge needed to successfully apply to and complete graduate school. Purdue University offers a wide variety of summer research programs to match your abilities and interests. Many of these programs offer the opportunity to:
- conduct your own research in a modern laboratory
- learn from a faculty mentor
- network with graduate students and scientists in your field
- improve your research skills
- determine if graduate school is right for you
- enhance your writing and presentation skills
- attend scientific conferences or meetings
- attend graduate school seminars, training sessions, and GRE prep classes
- participate in social activities with other students and your lab group
In addition, many programs provide a stipend (i.e., pay) and/or undergraduate credit, PLUS housing, travel, and food allowances. Details vary by program; be sure to visit the program’s Web site or contact the program coordinator for more information.
Application deadlines and eligibility also vary by program, so be sure to review the program’s Web site or contact its coordinator for more information.
Please note that while opportunities are listed by major subject, some programs do not require participants to be majoring in that field. Refer to the individual programs for details.
Review the Programs:
- Multi-Subject and Interdisciplinary Programs
- Engineering Programs
- Life Sciences, Agriculture, and Medicine Programs
- Science, Mathematics, Computer, and Technology Programs
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CIC SROP
1819 South Neil Street Suite D Champaign, IL 61820-7271 |
Eligibility:
- Undergraduate student
- 3.0 or above GPA
- US citizen or permanent resident
- Enrolled in US or US Territory degree-granting college or university
- Completed at least 2 semesters of undergrad study
- Have 1 semester undergrad study remaining
- Strong interest in PhD
Funding: Yes
Keywords: All fields available
Choose an area of interest and be matched with one of the top researchers in your field. Work one-on-one with faculty mentors, develop a paper describing your project, and present your results at a campus symposium. Seminars, workshops, and social gatherings will help prepare you for advanced study.
The goal of the program is to increase the number of underrepresented undergraduate students who enroll in graduate school at CIC universities and who pursue academic careers. The Committee on Institutional Cooperation, established in 1958, is the academic consortium of 13 major teaching and research universities in the Midwest, including Purdue University. Purdue hosts 40-50 multicultural students each summer through the Purdue Summer Research Opportunities Program (SROP), providing them with a stipend in addition to a dual-occupancy apartment, travel expenses, and health insurance.
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Purdue University
Hall for Discovery and Learning Research, Room 204 207 S. Martin Jischke Dr. West Lafayette, IN 47907 |
| Eligibility: Purdue sophomore, junior, or senior; minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0; available during the academic year and summer session (limited space in summer) |
Keywords: Interdisciplinary research, Discovery Park, academic year
Experience the excitement, challenge, and power of truly interdisciplinary research in the fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment of Purdue's Discovery Park. Work closely with faculty on cutting edge research that combines two or more disciplinary strengths (such as nanoscience and bioscience, or perhaps information technology, business, and communications). Applications accepted every semester. A list of available internship opportunities and the on-line application are posted on the Web site.
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Purdue University Interns for Indiana
Hall for Discovery and Learning Research, Room 204 207 S. Martin Jischke Dr. West Lafayette, IN 47907 |
| Eligibility: Purdue students with at least a junior standing, all majors, minimum GPA of 2.8/4.0; working on their first bachelor's degree. |
Keywords: Business skills, entrepreneurship, many companies available
Explore a wide variety of fields and learn about the business world through both education and experience. Through a seminar series and other activities, students will explore entrepreneurial issues and skills, have opportunities to network and develop as a community, and earn an academic credit each semester. Qualified students will be eligible for placement in a paid internship with a start-up company. Internships are not required, nor are they guaranteed.
The application can be found at:www.purdue.edu/dp/ifi
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LSAMP
Purdue University, MSEE 386 501 Northwestern Ave. West Lafayette, IN 47907 |
| Eligibility: Purdue undergraduate students with an emphasis on students historically underrepresented in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Agricultural Science & Agricultural Engineering. Must be a US citizen, national or permanent US resident. |
Keywords:LSAMP, STEM, Undergraduate Research
This 10-week summer program allows Purdue undergraduate students to conduct research under the direction of a Purdue faculty members and their graduate team. Students gain hands-on research experience by participating in cutting-edge research projects, build a supporting relationship with AGEP scholars via mentoring and coaching. Students attend professional development workshops and activities, complete a STEM K-12 community service project, network with other students conducting research across campus and present their results in the form of a poster and oral presentation.
This program is sponsored by the Office of the Provost, Discovery Park, the Office of the Vice Provost for Diversity and Inclusion and the NSF.
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Purdue University
The Graduate School Attn: Purdue SROP Ernest C. Young Hall 170 302 Wood Street West Lafayette, IN 47907-2108 |
| Eligibility: | Completed sophomore year (but not graduated) by June and considering future graduate study. Students from social and economic backgrounds that are underrepresented in research careers, including McNair Scholars, are encouraged to apply. |
Keywords: Most fields available
Pursue research in one of Purdue’s 70+ programs. As an incoming participant, you will be matched with a faculty mentor in your area of interest, and you will undergo an intensive research experience. The program includes a GRE workshop, career seminars, participation in a Midwest summer research opportunities program, presentation of posters and oral reports, social activities on weekends, and a closing banquet. Be sure to also check out the partner programs, including the Purdue Cancer Center Summer Research Program.
The goal of the Purdue Summer Research Opportunities Program (SROP) is to enhance diversity in academic, government, and industry positions that require graduate degrees. All qualified students, including but not limited to, African American, Asian American, Hispanic American, and Native American, are encouraged to apply.
Supported by the Alliance for Graduate Education and the Professoriate (AGEP).
Dr. Kathy G. Dixon Program Director Email: kgdixon@purdue.edu Phone: 765-496-1123 Or, contact your program of interest. |
Eligibility: Incoming Purdue graduate student in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, or agricultural science fields
Funding: Yes
Keywords: Accepted students; science, technology, engineering, and math fields
Participate in a summer research experience with your department and network with your peers. This summer experience will prepare you for the upcoming year at Purdue University by providing professional development opportunities that will assist you throughout your academic programs. This bridge program is for all qualified students, including but not limited to, underrepresented multicultural students on a path toward success in Purdue’s graduate programs. Come take advantage of this opportunity for mentoring with current Purdue graduate students and faculty.
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Vicki Leavitt
Program Manager Email: surf@purdue.edu Web site: www.purdue.edu/surf Phone: 765-496-2349 |
Neil Armstrong Hall of Engineering, Room 2000
Purdue University 701 W. Stadium Ave. West Lafayette, IN 47907-2045 |
| Eligibility: Undergraduate students currently enrolled at US institutions in engineering and science disciplines. |
Keywords: SURF, Engineering, Science, Research
During the summer, undergraduate students conduct research activities under the guidance of a Purdue faculty member and a graduate student mentor. By closely working with other creative and innovative people, students explore, discover, and transform ideas into reality to advance society and improve people's lives.
In addition to conducting research full time for 11 weeks, students attend professional development activities and social events, network with other researchers and present their results at the end of the summer.
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Martin Jischke Hall
Weldon School of Biomedical Engineering West Lafayette, IN 47907 |
| Eligibility: Science and engineering undergraduates |
| Funding: Financial support (or course credit available for Purdue undergraduates) |
| Keywords: | Biomedical Engineering, SURF, tissue engineering, biomaterials, imaging, biophotonics, polymers, bionanotechnology, biosensors, neural engineering, orthopaedics, biomechanics, implants, computational biology, systems biology, healthcare systems engineering |
Through independent research opportunities, undergraduates gain useful exposure to the field of biomedical engineering. Interested Purdue students are encouraged to visit the biomedical engineering Web site (https://engineering.purdue.edu/BME/), to investigate individual faculty research pages to identify research projects of interest to them, and to contact the faculty members directly about undergraduate research opportunities throughout the year.
Students from universities outside Purdue who are interested in a summer undergraduate research experience with the Weldon School of Biomedical Engineering are encouraged to investigate this program for possible future graduate studies with us. Contact Dr. Mark Garrett, Graduate Program Coordinator for the Weldon School of Biomedical Engineering (mdgarret@purdue.edu; 765-494-2982), to learn how to identify an appropriate research advisor in biomedical engineering for the Summer Undergraduate Research (SURF) program. Participants in SURF receive financial support from the College of Engineering and the Weldon School of Biomedical Engineering for the summer program. Please also visit the SURF Web site for general information and application materials.
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Purdue University Civil Engineering
Room 4122 550 Stadium Mall Drive West Lafayette, IN 47907-2051 |
Eligibility: U.S. undergraduate student with an interest in transportation
Funding: Yes
Keywords: Civil engineering, computer and electrical engineering, transportation
Undergo a competitive selection process to participate in the 10-week Joint Transportation Research Program. If selected, you will participate in research covering almost all disciplines of civil engineering, including related areas such as computer and electrical engineering. You will have the opportunity to attend seminars and field visits. At the conclusion of the program, you will write a report on your experiences.
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Ms. Tyson McFall |
Department of Botany and Plant Pathology
Purdue University 915 West State Street West Lafayette, IN 47907-2054 |
Eligibility:
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Keywords: Plant biology, plant pathology, weed science
Program Description:
- Eight week internships in plant biology, plant pathology, or weed science
- Gain experience in conducting research on special projects
- Additional programs will be offered related to laboratory safety, graduate education, and career opportunities
- Benefits include housing, assistance with transportation costs, and $3,600 stipend
- Program dates will be based on students availability (typical program dates are June 1 - July 30)
Projects and Application:
- Maize Biodiversity Underlying the Immune Response - Dr. Guri Johal
- The specific purpose of this project is to explore natural diversity in maize for functional variation of the immune response to pathogens. It involves crossing an 'autoimmune mutant', in which a disease resistance gene of the R type is ectopically expressed, to diverse maize inbreds (of the diversity panel) and then evaluating their F1 testcross progenies for the expressivity of the hypersensitive response (HR) using various measures and assays. The Phenotypic data thus obtained is correlated with the genotypic assessments of these lines to identify and map natural genes and QTL capable of modulating the HR response.
- Molecular Genetics of Plant Immunity to Fungal and Bacterial Pathogens - Dr. Tesfaye Mengiste
- Maize Biodiversity Underlying the Immune Response - Dr. Guri Johal
- Diseases of plants can have a significant impact on the economy, especially when they affect important food and grain crops like corn, soybeans, and wheat. It is important to understand how pathogens infect plants so that we can manage them in a sustainable and economical way. In this summer internship, students will conduct research to understand the interactions between plants and pathogens. Students will get experience with both laboratory and field techniques and learn about how our disease management practices impact and improve society and agriculture.
- Plant Ecology and Evolutionary Biology - Dr. Nancy Emery
Click here to begin the application process
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Department of Biochemistry
Purdue University 175 S. University St. West Lafayette, IN 47907 |
Eligibility:
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Overview of Program:
- Ten-week mentored research experience
- Career development sessions each week
- $5,000 stipend
- Campus housing provided
- Round-trip transportation to West Lafayette, IN
Application:
- Online application requiring a statement of career goals and interest in the program
- Two faculty letters of recommendation
- Official transcript
Applications submitted by February 15 will receive priority consideration. However, applications will be accepted until all positions are filled.
Dates: May 28th - August 2nd 2013
Web site:
https://ag.purdue.edu/biochem/Pages/REU.aspx
Please note: Purdue undergraduate students are encouraged to apply to other NSF REU programs. A complete list of participating institutions can be found on the NSF website: http://www.nsf.gov/crssprgm/reu/list_result.cfm?unitid=5047
Eligibility: Open to Purdue Students, including non-majors
| Funding: | Undergraduate credit through ENTM 498. Limited opportunities for funded employment. It is Department Policy that students may not receive academic credit for paid employment. |
The Department of Entomology has two avenues available for research. Research for course credit is available for Purdue Students (including non-majors) in Summer, Fall and Spring Semesters. Undergraduate research projects are mentored by individual faculty members in the areas of molecular biology, field ecology and pest management, insect behavior, urban and industrial pests and genetics. A list of faculty and areas of research interest are found on the Entomology web site. Students must have pre-approval from a faculty mentor and should agree on the scope and expectations of the research prior to enrollment. Opportunities are available to compete for undergraduate research awards regionally and nationally. Our students have a record of success.
Additionally, limited opportunities for undergraduate employment as part of field and laboratory research programs are available. Students should submit a brief statement of their area of research interest and include their employment and academic background (no more than 1 page). Students seeking employment will be notified as opportunities become available.
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School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
575 Stadium Mall Drive West Lafayette, IN 47907-2091 |
Eligibility: Undergraduates who have conducted research during the academic year
Funding: Yes
Keywords: Pharmacy, Medicine, Research Career, Drug Discovery, Pharmaceutics, Clinical Pharmacy
The Dean's Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship Program focuses on undergraduate students from both Purdue and other institutions who express a serious interest in a research career. Students who have carried out research for credit during the academic year can apply for summer fellowships to work with faculty in the College of Pharmacy for a 10-week period over the summer. Opportunities are available from three departments within the College of Pharmacy: Pharmacy Practice, Industrial and Physical Pharmacy, and Medicinal Chemistry and Molecular Pharmacology. A total stipend of $4,000 is available, and in some cases, a housing allowance is also offered.
Eligibility: Completed sophomore year (but not graduated) by June and considering future graduate/professional study. Students from social and economic backgrounds that are underrepresented in research careers, including McNair Scholars, are encouraged to apply.
Funding: Yes
Keywords: Cancer research, SROP
In association with the Purdue Summer Research Opportunities Program (SROP) program, the Purdue University Center for Cancer Research (PCCR) offers a summer undergraduate program for students interested in cancer research. The goal of the program is to enhance diversity in academic, government, and industry programs that focus on cancer research. Students conduct research in the laboratories of Cancer Center members and participate in Clinical Trials Day featuring clinical oncologists who treat patients with cancer. Students interested in this program should apply through the Purdue Summer Research Opportunities Program (SROP) site and check the box indicating an interest in cancer research on the application. All qualified students, including but not limited to, African American, Asian American, Hispanic American, and Native American, are encouraged to apply.
Eligibility: Undergraduate student interested in biomedical research medicine.
Funding: Yes
Keywords: Student will be paired with a faculty member in the College of Veterinary Medicine with an active research program
Summer Research Fellows spend twelve weeks in a research experience in veterinary and/or comparative medicine. Each student will complete a mini-project leading to a written report and a poster highlighting their research and will participate in a weekly seminar program along with veterinary students participating in the Summer Research Program. Visit the program Web site for more information.
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CERIAS
Recitation Building 656 Oval Drive West Lafayette, IN 47907 |
Eligibility: Undergraduate students
Funding: Yes (Stipend)
Keywords: Information security research
This 8-week summer program at Purdue University's West Lafayette campus allows undergraduate students to engage in the forefront of information security research working on individual project areas. Â Some areas include:
- The Cloud's DNA
- Detecting Patterns of Humor
- Quantifying Informativeness and Novelty of Text
- Detecting Script-Underlying Recurring Situations in Text
- A security-enabled interface for humanoid robot-to-robot communication, within a HARMS model.
Program Details:
- Eight week duration (5/29-7/20, 2012)
- $500 weekly stipend
- Housing, meals and travel provided
- Weekly pizza seminar series
- Midterm and final mini-symposium
- IAS labs tour
- Social Events
- http://www.cerias.purdue.edu/site/reu
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Department of Physics
525 Northwestern Avenue Purdue University West Lafayette, IN 47907-2036 |
Eligibility: U.S. citizen/permanent resident
Funding: Yes
Keywords: Physics
Participate in a forefront research project this summer! Highlights of this Research Experience for Undergraduates include: a research project, a stipend, weekly seminars, social programs, student presentations and research symposium, conferences, and ongoing research.