Research Opportunities

Research is an opportunity to apply what you learn, explore new ideas, and help solve real-world challenges. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to deepen your expertise, faculty-led research projects can help you build skills, expand your network and shape your future.

Fall 2026 Research Opportunities

This fall the William States Lee College of Engineering will host the College Research Experience Cohort. As an undergraduate engineering student, you can participate in active research projects under the mentorship of faculty while being paid for the experience ($12/hour). Being part of this College Research Experiences Cohort will provide a wide range of benefits.

Office of undergraduate research Program Dates: August 17 – November 24, 2026
Engineering college Session Dates: Fall 2026 SCHEDULE

Strengthen your technical and professional skills while being paid.

Learn firsthand about other ongoing projects by meeting the researchers and touring the engineering college research labs.

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Broaden your career opportunities through an expanded network.

What is the application process?

Eligibility

The program is open to current undergraduate engineering students who have completed at least 29 credit hours.

Work Hour Guidelines

Students enrolled in coursework may work up to 20 hours per week.
Students participating in a summer research project and not enrolled in classes may work up to 40 hours per week.

Program Description

The College of Engineering REU cohort will host sessions designed to enhance your research experience and connect you with peers, faculty, and professionals. You will also have the opportunity to earn a Credly Digital Badge. These sessions are optional and are only to further benefit your research experience.

Available Projects and Application Process

The Spring 2027 OUR Program application opens September 14, 2026, and closes October 14, 2026.

Please monitor this page for faculty project listings outside of the OUR program.

Note to Faculty: Please contact Angela Flanagan-Coker to add Project Title & Description.

Spring 2027 Projects

Fall 2026 Projects

Summer 2026 Projects

Spring 2026 Projects

Past Poster Projects

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As part of the program, you’ll have exclusive support opportunities, including:

A welcome and onboarding meeting that provides useful resources and points of contact to optimize your research efforts.
A professional portrait appropriate for use in your LinkedIn account or at research conferences.
Information sessions on effective data representation for papers and conferences, and presentation do’s and don’ts for technical audiences.
Networking sessions with W.S. Lee College of Engineering alumni who leveraged their REU experience to broaden their career opportunities.
Information sessions about the early entry program and graduate school opportunities. Learn how to get a head start on a master’s program in order to earn your MS degree sooner.
The opportunity to showcase your research via a poster posted in an engineering building or the college website.

Jasmine Jacobo-Martinez

“The most valuable takeaway from this program was realizing how much growth comes from working closely with a mentor while tackling an open-ended problem. I not only developed stronger technical skills but also learned how to approach challenges with curiosity and adaptability.”