8-week summer research program that allows select undergraduate students within the 1890 network to match with a faculty mentor at participating 1890 Land-grant colleges/universities for a summer research experience at the faculty mentor’s home institution.
PROGRAM DATES: varies May - August 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 1, 2026
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Sponsored by the College of Agriculture, Environment & Nutrition Sciences (CAENS)
(Beyond One Size Fits All)
This is a 9-week undergraduate research internship for Upcoming Juniors, Seniors, and outstanding Sophomores. The location of the internship is The Ohio State University in Columbus, OH. Upon acceptance, there will be a $6,000 stipend along with on-campus housing and travel. This program is being offered by the American Heart Association to students from UAB, 51°µÍø and Lawson State Community College.
PROGRAM DATES: May 17 - July 17, 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 15, 2026
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Sponsored by the Biology Department of the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS)
8-week summer research program. Upon acceptance, there will be a $6,000 stipend along with on campus housing and travel. The location of the internship is the University of Alabama (UAB) in Birmingham, AL. AHA(SURE), provides undergraduate students with an excellent opportunity to gain mentored research experience under the guidance of experts in the field of cardiovascular disease and brain research. This program is being offered by the American Heart Association to students from UAB, 51°µÍø and Lawson State Community College.
PROGRAM DATES: June 1 - July 25, 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 31, 2026
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Sponsored by the Biology Department of the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS)
This is an 8-week Summer Internship Program for COLLEGE STUDENTS seeking to learn about farmers and agricultural specialists. Students engage with professionals across various sectors, gaining firsthand experience in sustainability, agriculture, and community development. Interns are placed with farmers, agricultural specialists, cooperative extension agents, community-based organizations, and other industry leaders, learning cutting-edge techniques and best practices for sustainable development.
PROGRAM DATES: June 1-July 24, 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 16, 2026
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Sponsored by the College of Agriculture, Environment and Nutrition Sciences (CAENS), Carver Integrative Sustainability Center (CISC), and Cooperative Extension Program.
FASTREC (Freshman Accelerated Start-Up and Training for Retention in Engineering Curricula)
This is an 8-week Summer Residential Program for incoming Engineering COLLEGE STUDENTS or recent High School Graduates. Earn up to 7 college credits toward an engineering degree.
Intensive coursework in:
- Mathematics
- Chemistry
- Engineering fundamentals
- Academic skill-building (study skills, time management)
- Early exposure to college-level expectations
Benefits:
- Full tuition and books typically covered
- Strong head start for freshman year
- Scholarship opportunities based on performance
PROGRAM DATES: May 28-July 29, 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 10, 2026
[APPLICATION LINK]
Sponsored by the College of Engineering (COE).
MeatMeGRAD
The MeatMe GRAD program is a seven-week-long residential summer program at TU that will give college students the opportunity to explore agriculture and livestock production through meat science. Understanding meat science can open up various career opportunities and provide valuable research skills. Students will participate in different activities including:
- HACCP Training
- Professional Development
- Industry Site Visits
- Research Opportunities
PROGRAM DATES: June 1 - July 19, 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 31, 2026
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Sponsored by the College of Agri. Envir.& Nutr. Sci.(CAENS)
National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility Laboratorian Training Program (NLTP)
The summer portion of NLTP will be an eight-week, in-person training program that will consist of: (1) training in high containment laboratory safety (2) hands-on training related to diagnostic lab skills required to work with high containment agents, (3) training in livestock and small lab animal care and management techniques, and (4) professional devel. training.
PROGRAM DATES: TBA
APPLICATION DEADLINE: TBA
PRIORITY DEADLINE: TBA
Sponsored by the College of Agri. Envir.& Nutr. Sci.(CAENS)
Organic Farming Summer Experiential Program
A two month summer program experience for high school students or undergraduates who are interested in organic agriculture.
PROGRAM DATES: TBA
APPLICATION DEADLINE: TBA
[APPLICATION LINK]
Sponsored by the College of Agri. Envir. & Nutrition Sci. (CAENS)
PREFICS (Pre-Freshman in Computer Science)
An 8-week summer program designed to give our incoming freshman the opportunity to take up to 7 credit hours (tuition and room/board is free). Students in this program must be incoming TU freshman with a declared major in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or Information Technology.
PROGRAM DATES: May 29 - July 30, 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 15, 2026
ACCEPTANCE: May 1, 2026
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Sponsored by the Department of Computer Science in the College of Business and Information Sciences (CBIS)
QuTeCMD Summer Research Program at University of Central Florida
This is a 6-week Summer Internship Program for current 51°µÍø QuTeCMD undergraduate trainees seeking to continue their preparation for the computational search of materials for Quantum Technologies. Students will acquire theoretical and hands-on experience on a number of Density-Functional-Theory-based calculations, the linear response GW method, Bethe-Salpeter equation calculations, as well as the visualization of the results, which will indicate whether a material has potential applicability in Quantum Telecommunications, Quantum Sensors, or Quantum Computers.
PROGRAM DATES: May 15 - June 27, 2026
PROGRAM LOCATION: University of Central Florida
APPLICATION DEADLINE: October 17, 2025
APPLICATION LINK:
Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy, Office of Science, Basic Energy Sciences, under Award # DE-SC0024487
Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU)
This National Science Foundation (NSF)-funded, ten-week summer program is designed for undergraduate students from four-year institutions and community colleges, particularly those with limited access to research facilities at their home institutions. The program aims to inspire and prepare participants to pursue graduate studies at 51°µÍø and other leading institutions.
PROGRAM DATES: May 26 - July 24, 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 17, 2026
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Sponsored by the Dept. of Materials Science and Engineering in the College of Engineering (COE)
SERP (Summer Enrichment and Reinforcement Program)
The TVCVM SERP is a 4-week summer enrichment program designed to take your veterinary school preparation to the next level.
PROGRAM DATES: June 1-26, 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE: TBA
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Sponsored by the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM)
Summer Learning Interactive Mycology Experience (SLIME) 2026
This is an 8-week paid summer research internship in field collection and systematics using data science.
PROGRAM DATES: TBA
APPLICATION DEADLINE: TBA
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Sponsored by the Department of Biology in the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS)
8-week summer program targeting college students who are inspiring beginning farmers, ranchers, or agri-entrepreneurs. With guidance from experienced mentors, college students will learn to set production goals, sharpen their skills, and gain a deeper understanding of the business of agriculture.
PROGRAM DATES: June 1 - July 31, 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 15, 2026
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Sponsored by the College of Agri. Envir. & Nutrition Sci. (CAENS)
