This program offers a one-week residential research experience for undergraduates and is designed to provide hands-on opportunities in preparation for a Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) position. Under the mentorship of Mote scientists, students will gain experience in scientific research and science communication and will build skills through career workshops. The goal of this program is to broaden participation of historically underserved, underrepresented groups in marine STEM including underrepresented minorities. (Underrepresented minorities are African Americans, Hispanics, American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiians or Other Pacific Islanders.) However, students of any race, ethnicity or identity are welcome to apply.
Applications for Spring and Winter Now Open
Winter: January 3-11, 2025 (application deadline: Nov. 8, 2024)
Spring: March 15-22, 2025 (application deadline: Jan. 13, 2025)
Please note the application for both sessions is the same. You will be asked to list your session preference in the application.
For more information about the program, please check out the recorded info session:
Eligibility
- U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the U.S. or its territories.
- Currently enrolled* in a degree program (full-time or part-time) leading to a baccalaureate degree.
- Must not have participated in a research internship.
Expected Outcomes
Student participants will:
- Experience the research process under the direction of a Mote scientist.
- Present a final poster or presentation.
- Learn about opportunities for graduate study, careers in marine science, and communication skills in science by participating in student workshops.
Stipends, Travel & Housing
Students participating in the MarSci URE-PReP Program receive:
- A $600 stipend for the week.
- Housing in a local hotel.
- Meals and/or food allowances.
- Financial support for travel expenses between Mote and their home institution.
The program will provide students with:
- Transportation to/from Mote and hotel accommodations.
- Necessary program and research supplies.
Application Process
To just preview the application, please click here.
Program Overview
Morning Activities
- Scientific Skills Workshops
- Laboratory skills
- Data analysis
- Science communication
- Research presentation prep
- Professional Development Workshops
- Resume and interview prep
- Statement of interest workshop
Afternoon Research Groups
- Mini experiments reviewing the process of research
- Day 1: Research planning process
- Day 2: Lab and/or field techniques
- Day 3: Data collection/analysis
- Day 4: Science communication
Evening Team Building/Roundtables
- Discussions related to navigating STEM culture
This material is based upon work supported by the National Science Foundation under Grant No. 2315432. Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation.