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CUNY Office of Undergraduate Research External Opportunities List

A curated directory of external research internships and programs for students.

Research Internship

The CUNY Office of Undergraduate Research (OUGR) maintains a comprehensive list of external research opportunities for students. This resource page provides direct links to various summer internships, research fellowships, and training programs across multiple scientific, social science, and humanities disciplines. These opportunities are hosted by institutions and organizations outside of CUNY, offering students a wide range of choices for enriching their academic and professional development through research experiences. The list includes programs from organizations such as the National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health, Amgen Scholars Program, and various universities and research laboratories, often detailing eligibility requirements, funding, and program focus.

Program

Organizer: The Leadership Alliance
Duration: 56 days - 70 days
Locations: North America, United States
Study Area: All

Application

Deadlines:
  • November 1, 2025
  • February 3, 2026
Criteria: Applicants must be documented U.S. citizens, non-citizen nationals, or permanent residents (I-551). They must be currently enrolled full-time in an accredited public or private college or university in the United States or its territories, as recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required, and applicants must be in good academic standing. Candidates must have completed at least two semesters and have at least one semester remaining of their undergraduate education by the start of the summer program. The program is not designed for students pursuing professional training for careers in law, business administration, clinical medicine, or allied health professions. Some specific research sites may have additional requirements such as previous research experience, specific major-related coursework (e.g., Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry), or specific academic level (e.g., "rising seniors only").
Target Degree: Bachelor
Required Documents:
  1. Two letters of recommendation
  2. Official transcript(s)

Costs & Contact

Contact: theleadershipalliance@brown.edu
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