Interested in Undergraduate Research?
Chemistry is one of the strongest undergraduate research departments at MSU. Students can learn hands- on skills for their future career or expand their resume with publications and presentations on their work. Consider getting involved in undergraduate research today!
Undergraduate Research for Course Credit
You can earn class credit for research hours which count toward graduation. Here is how you can get involved:
Finding a Research Professor: If you want to connect in with a research opportunity, do the following:
- Explore the faculty websites below and find one or two research professors doing interesting work.
- Email them. Explain who are, a little about yourself (year, courses, career focus) and ask the professor if they have room for undergraduate students to get involved.
- Follow instructions from professor to sign up for course credit or volunteer!
MSU Chemistry Summer Research Program
We are accepting applications again for our competitive 10-week Summer Research Program. This program is limited to chemistry majors.
- Earn $12.50 per hour for 200 hours of summer research work.
- Connect in with summer training held by the MSU REU-INFEWS Program.
- For more information, contact staff@chemistry.msstate.edu. Applications are due by 5 PM, Apr 5th, 2023.
- Click Here to Apply!
Co-ops and Internships
- Chemistry has an evolving list of companies that offer co-ops and internships to chemistry majors. Check with the Undergraduate Coordinator for current opportunities.
Faculty Research Pages
Learn more about research happening in the department.
