Off-Campus Summer Science Research Opportunities 2025

Last updated DECEMBER 4, 2024

There are numerous research opportunities available for undergraduate students around the country. The sponsors of this research include academic institutions, government agencies and private or public companies. Some of the programs are very small and informal while some are quite large and well organized. They can also have specific research areas targeted or be open to a variety of research interests. Each is unique in terms of requirements, compensation (including whether room and board or even travel to the site is included), duration, etc.

One way to find information is to go to a department at 51С�Ƴ� and check out fliers posted for summer undergraduate research opportunities in that field.

Other programs can be found in a variety of ways. Certainly a very good way to find out about opportunities like this is via the web.

Important Web Resources

The National Science Foundation maintains a site for Research Experiences for Undergraduates. This resource is organized by research areas (e.g., biological sciences; physics; social, behavioral, and economic sciences), but it can also be searched by keywords. This is an excellent place to start. Visit for more information.
Science.gov is billed as the "gateway to US Federal science." They maintain a page that lists opportunities specifically aimed at undergraduate students. Please visit for a list of current programs.
The American Mathematical Society generates a list of summer research programs for undergraduates. Most of these programs have application deadlines in February and March. Students interested in math research, please visit .
The American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology has an online directory of summer research programs throughout the nation. Visit to explore various opportunities for research in biochemistry and molecular biology.
The Association of American Medical Colleges maintains a list of summer research opportunities that are particularly attractive to pre-medical undergraduates. Consult for more information.
From the American Psychological Association, here is a list of summer internship opportunities for students in psychology, broadly defined:
The Society of Physics Students has a website that lists, among other things, summer research opportunities. Go to for more information.
Cognitive Development Society is home to a listserv that features jobs in cognitive development at all levels, including summer research internships for undergraduate students. Go to
From the University of California at Irvine: The Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP) offers a general listing of many nation-wide undergraduate research opportunities. Visit their where you’ll find a search engine allowing you to locate a summer research program according to a discipline of interest, including the physical sciences, biomedical sciences, social and behavioral sciences, humanities and the arts.
Duke University offers an extensive list of summer research programs and other research opportunities in the biological sciences. Though this is not a searchable site, the list does provide several additional sources of information. Visit
Purdue University also offers an impressive array of summer research opportunities both at Purdue and throughout the country. Plan to spend some time exploring this site - .
Rochester Institute of Technology offers listings for summer research opportunities in biomedical research. Go to for more information.
Faculty for Undergraduate Neuroscience (FUN) has a website listing summer research opportunities in neuroscience for undergraduates. The list is alphabetical, though deadlines for applications are prominently displayed on each item of the list. If you are interested in pursuing research in neuroscience, by all means visit .
From the New England Resource Directory, compiled by the Biomedical Science Careers Program, The online directory can be found at .
From Fred Hutch, a fantastic search engine for undergraduate internship opportunities in the sciences. Go to .
Cientificolatino is a volunteer group that is aimed at promoting the involvement of Latinx and other underrepresented students in the STEM disciplines. They have put together a wonderful list of summer research programs, as well as other valuable resources. Check them out at
Institute for Broadening Participation - Building partnerships to support diversity in STEM brings an amazing search engine for undergrads looking for STEM research opportunities. Go to for more information.
resources for students features programs that offer both a stipend and housing and travel support. Programs range across all STEM disciplines and all areas of the country! Here you will find Use their to filter programs by multiple criteria.

Additional Opportunities

January Deadlines

The University-National Oceanographic Laboratory System (UNOLS) is pleased to announce the 2025 UNOLS-MATE MARINE TECHNICAL INTERNSHIP PROGRAM. APPLICATION DEADLINE: MONDAY, JANUARY 6, 2025. This is an incredible opportunity to work onboard research vessels and be exposed to a wide range of marine technologies, equipment and marine technical professionals. The of will host 1 long-term (approximately 6 months) and 12-14 short-term (2-12 weeks each) marine technical internships in 2025. Departure dates will depend on the schedule of each research cruise. We will first select candidates for internships starting in Winter, Spring, and then in Summer and Fall. Applications will stay on file the entire year until all positions have been filled. The selected interns will work with marine technicians and other crew members on shore and at sea and learn how to operate and maintain a variety of scientific and navigational equipment in support of shipboard scientific research. The program will pay a stipend of $600 per week plus airfare, lodging and other approved travel expenses. Interns will work, eat, and sleep aboard the research vessel, and be provided lodging and a meal plan off ship as needed. Internship projects will vary from one hosting organization to another and correspond to the objectives set by each specific cruise mission. Shipboard sleeping arrangements vary vessel to vessel. Previous interns have worked on cruises to support science projects ranging from chemical oceanography to marine biology, seafloor mapping surveys, geological studies, ROV missions, and much more! Many successful internships have resulted in job offers. Please email Maria Osiadacz, Program Manager, maria@unols.org, with questions about the program and life aboard research vessels. To apply, read the requirements listed below, prepare your documents and complete the online application: . Requirements: Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and be U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals or U.S. permanent residents. A valid U.S. passport is required for internships that require international travel. Undergraduates welcome! Applicants must be enrolled in or recently graduated from an accredited higher education institution in the U.S. Applicants should be interested in the field of Marine Technology in support of oceanographic research. Previous time at sea is not required, but highly desirable. Being on a multi-week research cruise is not a good time to learn you are not able to manage motion sickness. Applicants may be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination and be tested before boarding the ship. Required references and supporting documents (in PDF or Word format only): Contact information for three (3) professional references. Your most current professional resume. A letter of recommendation from an instructor or a supervisor, preferably someone who has knowledge of your technical skills. If your professional reference prefers to submit a letter directly to the Program Manager, please share this link with them:

We are happy to announce that we are accepting for the Yale Conservation Scholars - Early Leadership Initiative! The application date is Monday, January 7 at 11:59 pm EST. Under the leadership of Dr. Dorceta Taylor, who serves as the Program Director, the , previously known as the Doris Duke Conservation Scholars Program at the University of Michigan/Yale School of the Environment, offers a summer opportunity for students from diverse backgrounds. Each scholar spends the summer in Southern New England, New York, or Washington D.C., engaging in an exciting environmental internship. YCS-ELI is a part of the at the Yale School of the Environment.

The WAVE Fellows program increases visibility and accessibility to Caltech's PhD programs to undergraduates in STEM fields who are seriously considering attending graduate school. WAVE Fellows is a 10-week undergraduate research program that provides robust programming in the areas of academic and professional development. Eligibility: Students must be current sophomores through non-graduating seniors and must be U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, or students with DACA status. A minimum GPA of 3.4 is required. Competitive applicants will have completed sophomore-level courses in desired research field, have demonstrated through academic and/or co-curricular activities a passion for research, and can articulate how their research interests align with Caltech's research areas. The most competitive applicants will have prior research experience. Support: WAVE Fellows will receive a $6,000 award for the 10-week period, plus campus housing and a dining and travel supplement of ~$1,000. Application: Online applications are due January10, 2025. Program will be held throughout November. Register now! Click for more information or reach out to Carol Casey, casey@caltech.edu, with questions.

The (BSRP) is now accepting applications for its summer 2025 program. The BSRP is an intensive nine-week summer research opportunity designed for undergraduates with a commitment to biomedical research and an interest in genomics. BSRP has a strong record of success in helping students to nurture their passion for research and succeed in graduate school and scientific careers. Students spend the summer performing original computational or experimental-based research in labs across the Broad's research areas, from cancer to infectious disease to computational biology. At the program's conclusion, students deliver oral and poster presentations on their research projects. BSRP is funded by the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) to help increase diversity in the genomics workforce. The program is open to students with a demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion in STEM disciplines. Students from groups that are underrepresented in the sciences are especially encouraged to apply. These groups include Native Americans or Alaska Natives, Blacks or African Americans, Asians or Asian Americans, Hispanics or Latinxs, Native Hawaiians or Other Pacific Islanders, as well as individuals with disabilities. Applicants must meet the following criteria: Have a strong interest in pursuing graduate school (Ph.D. or M.D.-Ph.D.); be enrolled in a four-year college in the United States for Fall 2024, with a graduation date of December 2025 or later; be majoring in physical, biological, or computer sciences, engineering, or mathematics; have a minimum 3.2 GPA (4.0 scale); be a US citizen or permanent resident; no previous research experience is required, but applicants must demonstrate a strong interest in biomedical research. Application deadline: January 10, 2025 at 11:59PM ET. For more information, .

Quantitative Sciences Undergraduate Research Experience (QSURE) is designed for motivated undergraduate students with a passion for quantitative science. Each student will be paired with an expert mentor to work on an individual, data-driven research project that aims to answer pressing questions in cancer. The program will provide hands-on skills in biostatistics, epidemiology, health outcomes, and/or computational oncology. The QSURE program is supported by the National Cancer Institute (R25 CA214255) and the MSK Society. QSURE 2025 will run from Monday, June 2nd to Friday, August 8^th. QSURE will provide a stipend of $6,187.50 for the 10-week internship. Housing is available for accepted students. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US. For more information and an online application please go to . Application deadline is 5 pm EST on January 18.

Talmage Research Internship at BYU. An REU Site to Prepare Students for Graduate School and an Industrial Career. This Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) site will provide you with the opportunity to spend 8 weeks performing research in a state-of-the-art chemistry or biochemistry lab. In several labs you will solve research problems connected to chemistry or biochemistry industries. Applications for REU and Talmage are due January 20, 2025. Talmage program information can be found at

The application for the at The Jackson Laboratory is now open! During this 10-week paid fellowship, students participate in an ongoing research program at JAX with the support of an experienced scientific mentor. They develop an independent project, implement a research plan co-created with their mentor, analyze the data and report the results. SSP provides opportunities – professional development, ethics, and science communication workshops as well as adventures of all kinds – that enhance the research experience. We believe that the cutting-edge research environment in our independent, biomedical research institution; the diverse students and staff; and the extracurricular opportunities will make for an unforgettable summer for your students. Information Sessions: We are holding three virtual open houses for students to learn more about our program and the application process. We will discuss some of the characteristics that will help make applications stand out to the admissions team in addition to talking about the program. We hope you and your students will join us. ; ; and . We are also able to schedule virtual meeting with a group of your students at your institution – a club, an afternoon seminar, a particular class, etc. Please contact me by email to schedule that. Applications are due no later than 5pm EST on January 27, 2025. College Students must start their application through the NSF ETAP Application. .

Division of Biostatistics at the University of Minnesota will be hosting a 10-week Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU), called . This 10-week REU is a paid, full-time position designed to give undergraduate students hands-on training and research experience in data science, statistical modeling and machine learning, and scientific communication. Topics on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), and their role in data science form the foundations of this program, emphasized early through DEI modules and discussions. Students will analyze data from the Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development (ABCD) Study, the largest longitudinal study on adolescent development in the United States. contains more details about the program. If you know any undergraduate students who may be interested, please share this website with them, and please encourage them . The deadline for applications is 31 January 2025.

Applications for the 2025 are open now! We offer paid, mentored, summer research opportunities at Mass General Hospital to students in Massachusetts! We particularly focus on offering educational and research opportunities to students who are underrepresented in neurology and highly encourage applications from youth who identify as female or non-binary; Black, Latinx, Native American/Alaska Native; or first-generation college students. Why should students apply? All interns will: Conduct mentored, team-based neurology research; complete "bootcamp" training to support a successful summer internship experience; attend weekly learning sessions on neurology topics and related careers; receive longitudinal support after program completion. ! The application deadline is January 31, 2025 at 11:59 pm EST.

The Integration Initiative: Sex, Aging, Genomics, and Evolution () is recruiting undergraduate students to participate in biological research projects during summer 2025! The IISAGE Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program is a 10-week summer program that provides firsthand research training for undergraduate students. Students will join IISAGE laboratories across the United States to investigate the sex-based differences in aging amongst various diverse animal species. Research projects will range from computational studies to molecular and physiological studies in the lab, to fieldwork on wild populations. Undergraduate students participating in this program will gain hands-on experience in research, foster their interest in biology, and prepare for careers in science. Participants must be US citizens and enrolled in an undergraduate degree program. Eligibility: Undergraduate Students (Students that graduate before the end of the program period are not eligible.) Program Dates: May 27 – August 1, 2025 (specific 10-week session determined by host laboratory). Location: IISAGE laboratories (see the "" page). Application Deadline: January 31, 2025. Stipend: $6000 This REU program provides a stipend of $6000 to participants. If students require housing, in many cases accommodations in dorms can be arranged with advance notice (costs will be subtracted from the stipend.) If you are an undergraduate student interested in this amazing opportunity, please . For more information on our program and how to apply, visit the "" page. For additional questions, please contact our program manager: Jordan Favors.

February Deadlines

Students are invited to apply for the NIH/NCI-funded (5 R25CA023944-39) . The program offers a unique opportunity for pre-doctoral students preparing for careers in the biomedical sciences, medicine, and pharmacy to gain biomedical and oncology research experience. Students participate in basic or clinical oncology research, designed specifically for them, as well as research and clinical conferences. All participants make a PowerPoint presentation on their research project and submit a report on their research project written in the style of a journal in which their faculty mentor publishes. A primary goal of the POE program is to encourage students to pursue a career in cancer research. Thus, we are particularly interested in highly qualified students with a serious career interest in cancer research, either as a clinical scientist or laboratory-based research scientist. Our offers training in leading-edge scientific fields paired with unique mentoring in the St. Jude clinical experience. Highly motivated POE students will have the opportunity to be considered for admission to the St. Jude Graduate School upon completion of their undergraduate degree. All POE program applicants must already have research experience and be full time students at the time they apply. Applicants must be United States citizens, non-citizen nationals, or possess a visa permitting permanent residence in the United States (required by the funding agency). All must be in at least their college sophomore year of college at the time they apply. POE medical students spend a minimum of 10 weeks in the program. The minimum tenure requirement for all others is 11 weeks. All POE applicants must have an undergraduate GPA of at least 3.40 (on a 4.0 scale) in math and science (biology, chemistry, and physics) and at least a 3.40 overall. Program participants will receive a $600/week subsistence allowance. Fully furnished group housing will be provided at no cost for non-local participants. The contains links to the . The deadline for receipt of all 2025 application materials is February 1, 2025. Early application and submission of materials is highly recommended.

The Washington University in St. Louis (WUSTL) ENDURE summer research program prepares undergraduates from diverse backgrounds for neuroscience PhD programs. Accepted students are funded for up to two years. The program combines independent research, a rigorous academic and professional development curriculum, and an empowering support system so participants thrive on their path to graduate school and beyond. Benefits include a $7000 stipend per summer, travel to and from the program, housing, eligibility for academic year research stipend ($2000 per semester for up to two academic years) and funds to attend up to two scientific conferences annually. Applications are due by Feb. 3, 2025. Details about eligibility and the program are available online ().

Dana-Farber/Harvard Cancer Center is accepting applications for the CURE Summer Only Program until February 3, 2025. CURE is a paid summer program which allows students to conduct cancer research and receive mentorship in labs at institutions like Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Massachusetts General Hospital. Through the summer students also take part in various professional development activities as well as seminars, journal clubs and classes that increase their scientific knowledge. Successful applicants are students who are underrepresented in the sciences and who are interested in pursuing a career in biomedical science, biotechnology, computer science, life science, data science, health careers, or scientific research. The and visit our to learn more about our program’s students, alumni, eligibility requirements, and application instructions.

The Harvard T.H Chan School of Public Health will be hosting its annual summer program in Biostatistics and Computational Biology. The program takes place in Boston for 6 weeks, we will provide housing and a stipend. will be taking place this year from June 2 -July 11. The program, intended for undergraduate students and recent grads that are underrepresented in graduate education, provides a unique opportunity to learn about the use of quantitative methods for biological, environmental, and medical research alongside Harvard faculty, researchers, and graduate students. The is now open and the deadline to apply is February 7, 2025.

The Shannon Point Marine Center's (SPMC) Research Experiences for Undergraduates program will support guided, independent research on the part of eight undergraduate students in 2024. Participants will spend nine weeks at SPMC conducting original research with a faculty adviser, participating in professional development activities, and engaging in outreach events. Students work with faculty mentors to complete supervised research and develop written and oral reports at the conclusion of the program. Research themes may include productivity and nutrient cycling in marine environments, molecular ecology and genomics, ecology and physiology of seagrasses and algae, larval development and physiology, marine diseases, coastal oceanography, and coastal geology. Student support includes a $6,300 stipend plus a $675 food allowance, a travel allowance, and housing at SPMC for the nine-week session (June 10 – August 9). Information about the program and SPMC is available at . SPMC is located in Anacortes, Washington, 90 miles north of Seattle, Washington, and an equal distance south of Vancouver, British Columbia. The 87-acre campus includes teaching-research laboratories, research vessels, and a dormitory with kitchen facilities available for food preparation. Located on the mainland, the Shannon Point Marine Center offers easy access to the marine and coastal environments of the Salish Sea, as well as the alpine environments of the Cascade Mountains and the Olympic Peninsula. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, U. S. nationals, or permanent residents of the U.S. and must be enrolled in a 2- or 4-year institution of higher education. Students who have received a bachelor's degree before the program start date are ineligible. Continuing SPMC's long-standing tradition of working with diverse students, we strongly· encourage applications from those belonging to groups underrepresented and underserved in the sciences. Applications must be submitted through the NSF application portal at by February 10, 2025. Questions can be addressed to spmc@wwu.edu.

Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics (SIAM) is pleased to announce we are accepting applications for the , which will provide research, networking, and mentorship opportunities to U.S. students from underrepresented groups. Participating students will receive a stipend of $1,000/week and will have their housing, meals, and travel expenses paid. This is an amazing opportunity for students to immerse themselves in applied math, computational science, and/or data science research while simultaneously participating in professional development and community-building activities designed to foster a strong sense of belonging. Note that while all projects will have an applied math and/or computational science approach, students do not need to have an applied math background to apply. Projects appropriate for students at all undergraduate levels will be available, and prior research experience is not required. Applications are due February 7 and supporting letters of recommendation are due February 14. Interested students can apply . If you have questions, please reach out to programs@siam.org.

Applications are now being accepted for the at the University of Delaware, an NSF-Funded Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program. The program will take place from June 3 to August 9, 2024, at the University of Delaware's Hugh R. Sharp campus in the beach community of Lewes, located on the shores of the Delaware Bay and Atlantic Ocean. Interns will work with faculty in a research-intensive setting on a research topic in chemical, physical, or biological oceanography, marine biology or marine geology. In addition to hands-on research experience, student support includes a $6,900 stipend, campus housing, and travel assistance. The deadline to apply is February 14, 2025. More information and the application can be found on our . You may also be interested to hear directly from former , or one of our field trips on the R/V Daiber on the Delaware Bay.

We are pleased to announce the summer for our REU program in computational biology at the University of Pittsburgh. More information and our 2025 program flyer can be found at our website – , which also has the link the application website. Application Deadline: February 14, 2025. Program Dates: May 19 – July 25, 2025. Student Support: $7000 stipend, housing, travel, and VR equipment.

The Marine Biological Laboratory (MBL) invites undergraduate students who are interested in pursuing careers in the life sciences to apply to the NSF REU Biological Discovery in Woods Hole Program. Faculty with expertise in molecular and cell biology, neurobiology & behavior, physiology, developmental biology, and evolutionary biology will guide ten highly motivated undergraduate students in this National Science Foundation Research Experience for Undergraduates (NSFREU) program. Each undergraduate student will be placed in the laboratory of an MBL research scientist and fully participate in all laboratory exercises and activities. The program will provide a stipend and room and board for the duration of the program. Students from small colleges or from underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. Please read the entire and the before contacting MBL with questions. Research Mentor Details can be found on the page. Any questions not covered in the Program Details and/or FAQs must be sent to NSFREU@MBL.EDU. Please do not contact the education office at MBL as that will only delay any response. Please Note: All application materials must be uploaded electronically. Priority deadline for applications is February 15, 2025.

Now accepting applications for DOE Scholars Program. The DOE Scholars Program introduces students and recent college graduates to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) mission and operations. The DOE Scholars Program offers the following benefits: Stipends starting at $700 per week for undergraduates and $750 per week for graduate students and recent graduates; Limited travel reimbursement to/from assigned location; Direct exposure to and participation in projects and activities in DOE mission-relevant research areas; Identification of career goals and opportunities; Development of professional networks with leading scientists and subject matter experts. Eligibility: Be a U.S. citizen; Must be pursuing a degree or have received a degree within 5 years in a science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) discipline or a field that supports the DOE operations mission including but not limited to communications, management, business, and law. How to Apply: Applications and supporting materials must be submitted at . Application deadline is February 16, 2025, 11:59 PM EST. For more information:

The Department of Chemistry at Vanderbilt University welcomes applications from undergraduates to participate in our REU in Chemical Biology, funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF REU). Rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors are encouraged to apply, with a deadline of February 26, 2024 to join us in Nashville May 27 to August 1, 2024. Students receive a stipend of $6000 for the 10-week program, and the program will assist with housing arrangements. Apply to Vanderbilt NSF REU at

March Deadlines

Job Dekker () and I () are co-directing a summer program for quantitatively trained (e.g., physics, math, computer science, engineering, chemistry) undergrads in the Department of Systems Biology at UMass Chan Medical School, in Worcester Massachusetts. We are looking for undergrads with training in the quantitative sciences. We’d like to give them the opportunity to engage in experimental research by working on a summer project in one of the labs in the DSB (). The program will cover their travel costs, lodging, and provides a stipend. There will be social events in the program (and with the rest of our very social department) as well. The official flyer for the program is attached. The application is available here: The deadline is March 1^st, 2025. The program runs May 27^th - Aug 1^st. For more information about the program, click here:

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