Getting hands-on research experience outside of the classroom allows you to apply the skills developed in your studies by contributing to active research projects, often working alongside faculty members and university researchers.
The Social Sciences Undergraduate Student Research Awards (USRA) support undergrad students to conduct supervised research work.
The Student Success Centre website offers tips for students on conducting a job search for a research job. (Opens in a new tab.)
The Student Partners Program (SPP) provides undergraduate and graduate students with opportunities to participate as partners with faculty, instructors and staff on projects that contribute to the enhancement of teaching and learning at McMaster.
Get part-time research experience with Canada’s federal public service.
Volunteer with the McMaster Office of Community Engagement (OCE) Research Shop.
Part-time and full-time research assistant jobs at McMaster are often posted on Mosaic.
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