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Many students choose to collaborate with faculty in their labs during the academic year, earning academic credit instead of monetary compensation. This hands-on experience is invaluable for gaining practical skills and insights into your field.

Additionally, there are opportunities to work as a paid student research assistant. These positions not only provide financial support but can also help cover expenses related to presenting your research at conferences and other academic events.

• Detroit Mercy Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) Program  
  This program offered by the College of Engineering & Science’s Office of Undergraduate Research in STEM + Graduate Opportunities (OURS+GO) is designed to provide summer research support for undergraduate students interested in pursuing research career.   
  
  
• Engineering & Science Student Travel Award 
  This award is designed to support students in the College of Engineering & Science who have been accepted to present at a professional conference. Consult with your faculty mentor to apply.  
  
  
• Undergraduate Research Week (URW) –  Rising Star Travel Award 
  The Undergraduate Research Week (URW) Excellence Award at Detroit Mercy recognizes outstanding undergraduate students who have demonstrated exceptional achievement and promise in research. This award is presented as part of Detroit Mercy’s annual Undergraduate Research Week, a celebration that highlights student research and creative activities across disciplines. 
  
  
• Work study Opportunities as a Research Assistant 
  Detroit Mercy’s Student Employment Program includes both the Federal Work-Study (FWS) Program and the university’s Non Work-Study (NWS) Program. Work-study provides eligible students with part-time campus jobs to help pay for educational expense. 
  
  

• External Research Opportunities: Find a Summer Research Experience elsewhere