Research Opportunities

The physics department encourages all majors to become involved with research before they graduate. The usual way to become associated with a research group on campus is to make arrangements directly with one of the faculty members. Descriptions of physics faculty research interests can be found on the faculty pages.

Students may also wish to consider research with faculty in the School of Applied and Engineering Physics, or other departments in the physical sciences or engineering. Anyone interested in advice about finding a suitable research position is encouraged to consult with the Director of Undergraduate Studies in physics.

Research Experiences for Undergraduates
Many excellent paid research opportunities exist during the summer away from Cornell as well as on the Cornell campus. Summer programs called “Research Experiences for Undergraduates” (REU) are organized on many university campuses and at most federally-funded research centers. Information on these programs is widely available on the web. This NSF site is a good place to start your search for an appropriate REU program. Some application deadlines are as early as January, with others as late as April or early May. These programs generally favor applicants who are not students at the hosting institution. Help with finding an REU program can be obtained from the Director of Undergraduate Studies in physics.

Related Links:

Research Areas Booklet 2008- 2009

Contact the Director of Undergraduate Studies

Research Experiences for Undergraduates