Engagement Details
Undergraduate Research - Paid or Volunteer
What to Expect
Step into the world of academic research by supporting a faculty project or generating your own. Reach out to a mentor to explore potential projects, and sign on as a volunteer or paid research assistant. You'll learn more about your field of study, connect with faculty and stretch your problem-solving skills.
This engagement qualifies for these special designations:
- GLD-Research
- Experiential Learning Opportunity
- Option to appear on USC Experience extended transcript
Term: Spring 2025
Requirements
Time Commitment: 60 - 89 hours
Who Can Participate: Open - any student can participate (no required credentials, such as GPA, hours earned)
Minimum Credit Hours: No requirements for credit hours or years completed
Minimum GPA: No requirements for credit hours or years completed
Engagement Benefits
How expectations are communicated:
Individual training
Learning activities:
Research
Knowledge or skills developed:
Critical and creative thinking
Problem solving
Who you will work with:
Faculty member(s) on this campus
Who will communicate feedback and how:
Group / class session with faculty member
Reflection expectations:
(1-1) session(s) with faculty