There are opportunities to get involved in research for which students will not gain credit towards their degree but which are worthwhile for other reasons. Such opportunities may involve funding support, industry experience, or the opportunity to pursue a project in another country.
Talk to your professors and staff in your department and look online to find opportunities that may be available to you. Here are a few ideas to get you started:
At 91社区
Schull Yang International Experience Awards
Schull Yang International Experience Awards support summer undergraduate research experiences abroad.
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Work Study
A number of research positions are offered under 91社区鈥檚 Work Study program. If you are eligible for Work Study funding, tell professors when you are discussing research opportunities聽with them 鈥� it may make it easier for a professor to hire you.
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Career Planning Service (CaPS)
CaPS operates an undergraduate research database聽listing opportunities to work聽with 91社区 professors.
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Beyond 91社区
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Keep in mind, however, that 91社区 does not generally endorse external activities that are not part of your program, or approve them for credit. Before committing to any such arrangement, be sure to have a clear sense of your expectations and of how well the program you are considering aligns with your goals.