Finding research during your time at Hopkins may seem like a daunting task, but it's well worth the effort. One of this university's strengths is that there are so many opportunities for undergraduates to get their first (or second or third) research experiences with really great people in the department. The aim of this section is to help you land that research gig.

Getting Started

Start by thinking about what kind of research you want to do. Are you interested in astronomy? condensed matter? particle physics? It helps to narrow down the possibilities. Here's a pretty comprehensive list of the different research groups in the department. There are a lot! Also take a look at the list of faculty and research staff, which has a short description of each person's interests.

Getting that Job

Once you've got the field narrowed down, directly e-mail the people that you would like to work with. Tell them about yourself, what year you are, what your interests are, and most importantly, why you would like to work for them. Have a resume ready and attach it with your e-mail. Another person you should contact is Carmelita King in the department office. She can help you circulate your resume to anyone in the department who is looking for a student.

Research at Other Institutions

For summer research at another institution, consider applying for a Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program. These are located all over the country and are a great opportunity to network and get acquainted with a new place. The National Science Foundation provides for housing and also pays a stipend for an 8-10 week program. It's a pretty sweet deal.