Undergraduate Research
One of the most in-depth experiential opportunities available to Textiles & Apparel students is independent research within a faculty member’s research group.
On-campus Opportunities
Textiles & Apparel students participate in research on-campus during the academic year and in the summer. Funding may exist to support your research; deadlines for funding vary depending on the fellowship/stipend.
Textiles & Apparel Faculty Research Interests
EUREKA - a searchable database of opportunities and faculty research interests at UT
Off-campus Opportunities
These programs often take place over 8-10 weeks in the summer and many times include a stipend and housing/travel support. They are competitive and require an application. Application deadlines and requirements vary, but are usually due in January or February and require at least one recommendation.
Cotton Incorporated Student Opportunities
Resources for Getting Involved and Funding a Research Experience
Internships
The purpose of an internship is to gain valuable skills and experience, explore and refine your career interests, and network with professionals in your field. Also, internships allow you to apply concepts you have learned in the classroom in a real-world, work environment.
CNS Career Services is your college resource for career exploration and internships.
The Office of Experiential Learning offers weekly drop-in advising/consultations over Zoom for students who would like to discuss strategies for getting involved in experiential learning activities and connecting with CNS and campus resources. CNS undergraduates are invited to make an appointment with our team to learn more. The list below is a sample of opportunities and is not exhaustive.
Opportunities
Study Abroad
Study abroad programs provide HDFS majors with access to interesting and relevant courses around the world. Immerse yourself in a new culture while earning credits toward your degree.
The Office of Experiential Learning offers weekly drop-in advising/consultations for CNS students seeking opportunities.
MyCreditAbroad database lists TXA courses abroad with UT course equivalents
Human Ecology list of Study Abroad Programs
CNS Research and Internships Abroad
UT Study Abroad Semester and Summer Internship Programs
Short-term Programs
Semester-long Programs
Entrepreneurship
CNS students can engage in entrepreneurial activities both in and out of the classroom. The Office of Experiential Learning offers weekly drop-in advising/consultations for CNS students seeking opportunities.
CNS Inventors Program
Entrepreneurship Resources Across Campus
Bridging Disciplines Programs – Innovation, Creativity & Innovation
Texas Convergent