Off-Campus Research
Want to Know How To Get Involved in Summer Research?
Watch this video and learn about on- and off-campus summer research opportunities. Learn about UROP’s Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP), which provides recognition and funding to undergraduates continuing UCI research projects over the summer. A UROP Peer Advisor will also share insights and tips from their summer research experience.
Many universities, national institutions, corporations, and other organizations offer off-campus research opportunities for undergraduates in a wide variety of fields. This page gives you some tips on starting to find opportunities that match your interests.
Summer University Research Programs
Check the websites of other universities and research institutions. Many have dedicated pages listing research opportunities for undergraduates.
- Click here to see a list of 2025 research opportunities compiled by Cal State Long Beach.
- Click here to read more about The University of Utah’s 2025 Summer Program for Undergraduate Research (SPUR).
National Research Organizations
Explore opportunities with national research organizations and agencies, including the National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Science Foundation (NSF), and Department of Energy (DoE).
Industry Research Opportunities
Look for research opportunities and/or internships in industries related to your field of study.
- Explore opportunities like Samsung Research America or Cedars Sinai.
Things to Consider
Some of these programs require recommendation letters, resumes, or other materials. Application deadlines vary, and can be 6-9 months in advance (e.g., December for a summer program).
Think about key terms to incorporate into your search:
- Undergraduate research internships in [your field of study]
- Summer research programs for undergraduates
- 2025 summer research internships for undergraduates
- [Specific University] summer research programs
- Research internships
- Research opportunities for college students