Summer 2025: Paid Research Opportunities
APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN
UMCP Students:
How the UMCP Program Works:
- 400-hour project conducted over a ten-week period.
- Commences on or about May 27th, ending August 1st.
- Specific dates and times are to be mutually defined and agreed upon by the student and mentor.
- Work is expected to occur during typical business hours; Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm.
- All research is designed to be conducted at University of Maryland, Baltimore locations, or via a hybrid arrangement defined by each project and to be discussed during an interview.
- Stipends are paid through UMCP Student Financial Services and Cashiering. UMCP undergraduate students receive $5,500 in multiple installments. UMCP graduate students receive $6,500 in multiple installments. *Questions related to direct deposit, refunds, balances on student accounts or impact from a stipend payment should be directed to Student Financial Services and Cashiering.
- Travel to and parking at UMB and the Maryland Department of Health (MDH) is the responsibility of the student.
- Student and mentor may be asked to complete evaluation materials on the experience.
- This is a competitive program. Applicants are not guaranteed a placement or an interview.
- All applicants should be in good academic standing in his/her respective school/program. (Information will be verified with your school before awarding a position in the program.)
- Students must be enrolled in Fall 2025 semester to be considered as a participant in this program.
- International Students: F-1 or J-1 students should consult an International Students and Scholars Services (ISSS) advisor for this activity. If you are interested in applying, please contact ISSS before submitting your application.
Research Opportunities:
MPower provides funding for student/faculty-mentored research experiences with faculty at the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) and with leadership at the Maryland Department of Health (MDH). Research opportunities vary by year, but may include opportunities at the School of Medicine, School of Nursing, School of Pharmacy, School of Social Work, School of Law, as well as projects with faculty in the UMB Office of the Provost.
Each project has a unique application and selection process. Click on the corresponding link below to see details on the 2025 application process, as well as project requirements, duties, and information on ideal student candidate.
Projects with Maryland Department of Health Leadership
Summer 2025 Project Applications NOW OPEN.
Projects with University of Maryland School of Pharmacy, School of Social Work, School of Law, and More
Summer 2025 Project Applications NOW OPEN.
Projects with the University of Maryland School of Nursing*
Summer 2025 Project Applications NOW OPEN.
*Opportunities and application process are managed directly by the School of Nursing. Application to apply is linked here. Contact Tamara Jackson, tamara.jackson@umaryland.edu, with questions.
Projects with the University of Maryland School of Medicine*
Summer 2025 Project Applications NOW OPEN.
*Opportunities and application process are managed directly by the School of Medicine. Contact StudentResearch@som.umaryland.edu with questions.