Physics Summer Research

• Apply again next year – you will have learned more in courses and be more prepared for the application process. You will also have a research statement and CV already prepared that you can edit/update. [...] • Yes. You can apply for a TSI, and for USRA and/or SURA (Canadian/PR students applying for USRA will submit a SURA application at the same time). [...] These don't include summer jobs at other places. FAQs:Can I apply for a USRA or SURA in another department? [...] Yes. • Check the relevant department for application details and deadlines. • Talk to professors – other departments often require a project description to be handed in with the application. [...] FAQs:Can I apply for a USRA or SURA in another department? [...] • Technically, yes. • In reality, be mindful that in other departments, profs make a commitment when the application is submitted, vs a ranked list then some match-making process. • You would fill out one USRA application or two SURAs. FAQs:Can I apply for a USRA or SURA in another school? [...] Yes. • You would apply for the award through that school. [...] • Talk to the relevant profs and follow that school/department's application deadlines and procedures. FAQs:Do I really have to talk to profs? • You should at least try. [...] • If you think you have a super relevant skill/experience, you can mention it briefly in the email, refer to CV. [...] • You do not have to be an expert in the prof's work! They may test your relevant background knowledge or skills, but it's important that you are a keen learner and demonstrate potential to be a good researcher.