Why do research?
- Research is a hands-on experience (useful in your future job) with tasks that are open-ended
- Fulfill credit requirements
- Register for ChE 491 - Res. & Ind. Study
- Apply the knowledge you learned in courses to solve real-world problems
- Learn new skills (useful for your future job):
- Experimental methods
- Numerical methods
- Software
- Time management skills
- Writing skills
- Presentation skills
- Explore new career paths:
- Dual degree (BS/MS) program
- PhD program (your tuition is covered and you get stipend)
- You can even get paid for doing creative work
- Provost Summer Research Fellowship ($3,000/2 months)
- External research fellowships
- Hourly pay from a research grant
- URI and other NJIT-sponsored grants
How to start?
Professors are always looking for strong and motivated undergraduate students to join their groups. Professors are usually excited to share their knowledge with you. Do not hesitate to reach out to them by email or approach them in class.
Suggested steps to become an undergraduate researcher:
- Explore faculty research interests and profiles
- Identify the areas of research that appeal to you
- Explore current opportunities (note: other opportunities may also exist)
- Think of the number of hours you can dedicate to research activities
- Email professor(s) to express your interest, attach your resume and transcript
The McNair Achievement Program offers a number of research opportunities as well to students belonging in minority and underrepresented groups.
