Undergraduate Research
One of the most in-depth experiential opportunities available to Neuroscience students is
independent research within a faculty member’s research group.
On-campus Opportunities
Neuroscience 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.
Department of Neuroscience – Find a Lab
Institute for Neuroscience affiliated faculty members
Waggoner Center for Alcohol and Addiction Research information and affiliated faculty members
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.
National Science Foundation (NSF) Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) list of summer programs (search: Neuroscience)
PNI Summer Internship Program
Pathways to Sciences list of summer programs in Neuroscience
Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience Scholars Program
RISE Research Internships in Science and Engineering
APA Undergraduate Research Opportunities & Internships
AAMC Summer Undergraduate Research Programs
Rochester Institute of Technology's Neuroscience summer research aggregator
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 Neuroscience 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 Neuroscience courses abroad with UT course equivalents
CNS Research and Internships Abroad
UT Study Abroad Semester and Summer Internship Programs
Short-term Programs
Semester-long Programs
RISE Research Internships in Science and Engineering
Pasteur Foundation Undergraduate Internship Program
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