Statistics Undergraduate Summer Research

• Since Summer 2022, the Statistics department and the College of Natural Sciences have offered paid research opportunities for Statistics and Data Science majors and minors.
• Selected students work with Statistics faculty and graduate students on a variety of research projects.  Work takes place between 5/10 and 6/30. 
• In early April, we will email all Statistics and Data Science majors and minors letting them know how to apply.  No specific preparation is required before this!
• To be eligible for paid summer research, students need to be enrolled in an undergraduate degree seeking program in the following Fall semester.  Priority is given to students who will still be enrolled the following Spring, so they can present their work at CSU Celebrate Undergraduate Research and Creativity (CURC). 
• Students are evaluated on their qualifications, enthusiasm, interest level, and potential to benefit from the research experience.  NOT just your GPA!
• Source article: https://natsci.source.colostate.edu/statistics-undergraduate-summer-research-program-culminates-at-curc/

Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REUs)

• The National Science Foundation (NSF) and other organizations sponsor REUs, usually during the summer.
• Host institutions provide research projects for small groups of students.
• Projects typically include a stipend and often housing/travel.
• See NSF website for searchable list of REUs: https://www.nsf.gov/crssprgm/reu/
• Statistics and Data Science are not explicitly listed, but captured under “Mathematical Sciences” and/or “Computer and Information Science”.

Internships

• CSU and CNS career services offer searchable website, drop-in hours and appointment options:
  • https://www.natsci.colostate.edu/career-resources/
  • https://career.colostate.edu/

• American Statistical Association (ASA) offers student resources including internship opportunities:
  • https://www.amstat.org/

• Students can become members of the ASA for $30.  While not required, this provides access to career resources.