Council of Undergraduate Research (CUR)

The CUR is the preeminent organization centered around strengthening undergraduate research and creativity activity. As a Penn State student, you are eligible to take advantage of the University’s enhanced institutional membership and register for an individual membership at no cost. Membership benefits include listings of undergraduate research and presentation opportunities, access to CUR Quarterly, CUR’s online archive of Webinar Recordings and materials, and more.

Big10 Summer Research Opportunities Program

The Summer Research Opportunities Program (SROP) is a gateway to graduate education at Big Ten Academic Alliance universities. SROP helps prepare undergraduates for graduate study through intensive research experiences with faculty mentors and enrichment activities.

DAAD Research Internships in Science and Engineering (RISE)

DAAD Rise offers opportunity to complete a summer research internship at top German universities and research institutions.

NSF Research Experiences for Undergraduates

The NSF Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program funds hands-on research opportunities for undergraduates at host institutions across the country, typically during the summer. Students work closely with faculty mentors on active research projects in STEM fields, gaining skills and experience that strengthen their preparation for graduate school or research careers.

Pathway to Science Database

This is searchable database for opportunities for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.

Penn State College of Medicine Summer Research Internship Program (SURIP)

This program offers hands-on research experience for undergraduates considering a career in the biological sciences, typically students between their sophomore and junior year or junior and senior year. The program is best suited for those exploring PhD programs in the biomedical sciences rather than medical school.