Student Experience
This program is designed for students to work 20 hours per week over 10 weeks. During that time you will get hands-on laboratory and research experience, career and professional development workshops, and social activities with the REU cohort.
Why take part in an REU?
- REU students learn critical research skills like time management, project organization and background investigations that set them up for success in their careers.
- Discover new interests that can help guide your career path
- Develop professional skills to help you now and after graduation through the numerous workshop options held during the summer program.
- Get to know your fellow REUs, graduate students and faculty mentors with social activities. This is a great way to taste the many delicious NC State’s Howling Cow ice cream flavors.
“I learned so much from the workshops and in my research. I felt supported by my mentors and felt there were the of resources and opportunities I needed to be successful both now and going forward.”
-2021 REU Student
2021 Workshop Topics Included:
- Resume and portfolio building
- Unconscious bias in research
- How to pay for grad school
- Interview skills
- Networking on LinkedIn