Freshwater@UW: Summer Research Opportunity for Undergraduates
University of Wisconsin
Application
Details
Posted: 07-Jan-25
Location: Multiple, Wisconsin
Type: Temp to Full Time
Salary: $6,600 (summer)
Categories:
Civil - Coastal / Oceans / Ports / Rivers
Civil - Environmental
Civil - Water / Wastewater
Civil Engineering
Years of Experience:
Less than 2
Preferred Education:
Some College
Additional Information:
23 openings available.
Description
The Freshwater@UW Summer Research Opportunities Program offers undergraduates a mentored summer research experience in freshwater science. The program includes hands-on research, professional development workshops, and a collaborative environment to help prepare you for graduate school, research careers, or public service.
Research positions are available at UW campuses in Madison, Milwaukee, La Crosse, Green Bay, Oshkosh, and other locations. A $6,600 stipend, travel and housing are provided.
Eligibility
We are seeking motivated undergraduate students with a strong interest in freshwater research. No prior experience is required. You must be an undergraduate student through at least the fall 2025 semester with a GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4-point scale (those with a lower GPA considered with an exceptionally strong letter of recommendation). Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident and must commit full-time to the program.
How to Apply
Apply online via the UW-Madison Slate application portal. The application includes demographic information, your top 5 project choices, and several essays. You'll need at least one letter of recommendation. The application deadline is February 15, 2025.
Visit our webpage to review the 2025 project catalog and learn more:
You must be an undergraduate student through at least the fall 2025 semester with a GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4-point scale (those with a lower GPA considered with an exceptionally strong letter of recommendation). Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident and must commit full-time to the program.
The Universities of Wisconsin serve approximately 164,400 students. These 13 public universities are Wisconsin’s talent pipeline, putting graduates in position to increase their earning power, contribute to their communities, and make Wisconsin a better place to live. The universities provide a 23:1 return on state investment. The Universities of Wisconsin also contribute to the richness of Wisconsin’s culture and economy with groundbreaking research, new companies and patents, and boundless creative intellectual energy. Freshwater@UW provides summer research opportunities for undergraduate students in the state of Wisconsin
