Job and Internship Opportunities

Do you know an outstanding undergraduate student eager to explore new opportunities in the quantitative social sciences? Encourage them to apply to the 2026 EDE+ Summer Institute! Expanding Discovery in Economics (EDE+) is a nine-week program hosted by the University of Chicago Booth School of Business (in partnership with the Brookings Institution) designed to build data and analytical skills, foster collaboration, and open doors to advanced research pathways.

This year’s event offers a blend of full-time and part-time experiences, featuring:

In-residence experiences in Washington, DC (at the Hutchins Center at Brookings) and Chicago, IL (at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business)

A six-week evening synchronous online course, allowing students to pursue other daytime opportunities

Participants benefit from skill-building coursework, daily lectures, mentoring from leading researchers, and connection with peers

The summer concludes with a group research presentation at a PREDOC.org undergraduate conference

Housing, basic travel, and group activities are covered by the program, and students who complete the institute receive a stipend

Who should apply? Current students who:

Have a strong interest in learning more about the quantitative social sciences and applying quantitative methodologies to the study of social phenomena

Are enrolled in an accredited, undergraduate degree-granting program with freshman or sophomore status when applying

Have a cumulative GPA of 3.3 or higher (on a 4.0 scale)

Have taken some coursework (high school or college) in calculus, statistics, economics, or other quantitative fields

Complete an online application by the deadline

The 18th annual Undergraduate Research, Creativity, and Innovation Forum (RCIF) will take place on Monday, April 27, 2026 at the Shalala Ballrooms.

RCIF welcomes students from all disciplines to present their work to a wide audience comprised of their peers, faculty, staff, and the larger UM community. Organized by the Office of Undergraduate Research and Creative Endeavors and UConnect, RCIF celebrates the contributions students have made during their research and creative experiences by providing a glimpse into the ongoing projects across all three campuses.

Students will showcase their projects to a broad audience through posters presentations, oral presentations, performances, displays, and more. We are happy to accommodate the presentation format that best fits your project’s needs.

What do we need from you now?

If you would like to showcase your project, declare your "Intent to Present" HERE by February 20.

After submitting your Intent to Present, we will send you the official application on February 23, where you will include your materials and choose a time block for your presentation.

For additional information regarding RCIF, applying to present, and how to get involved, please CLICK HERE.

The priority application deadline for the TFAS Academic Internship Program in Washington, D.C., is February 5.

This transformative Program offers students a unique blend of real-world experience, educational credit and invaluable networking opportunities in the nation's capital. Students apply to one of four program tracks based on their interests, career aspirations and skill sets:

Why Recommend TFAS?

💼 Guaranteed Internship in Washington, D.C.: Your students gain hands-on experience through an internship in Washington, D.C.
👩‍🏫 Academic Excellence: Courses for credit at George Mason University to enhance their educational journey.
📍 Prime Location: Furnished housing in the heart of D.C. allows for complete immersion in the city's rich history and culture.
🤝 Networking Opportunities: Exclusive access to guest lectures, debates, policy site briefings and professional development seminars.

The Leadership Alliance: Summer Internships

The Leadership Alliance is offering fully paid summer research internships (SR-EIP and FYRE) for students interested in life sciences, physical sciences, social sciences, or the humanities. Learn more here!