Student Research Opportunities
Algoma University is dedicated to providing opportunities for students to participate in research and learn in state-of-the-art laboratories. Whether you want to obtain employment in your field, or volunteer to assist in a research lab or a research project, our promise to you is hands-on experiences.
Undergraduate Student Research Awards (USRA)
Undergraduate Student Research Awards (USRA) are meant to stimulate students’ interest in research in the natural sciences and engineering. They are also meant to encourage a student to undertake graduate studies and pursue a research career in these fields. If students would like to gain research experience in an academic setting, these awards can provide them with financial support through their host university.
Work Placements
Faculty hires students every summer to conduct valuable research and help out within their field of study. These work placements help build students’ resumes, but also provide students with the opportunity to publish their research findings – a rare opportunity for undergrads! The Algoma University Work Study Program is designed to provide on-campus part-time employment to eligible Algoma University students through the Financial Aid Office.
Summer Employment Program
The Algoma University Summer Employment Program is designed to provide on-campus full-time employment to eligible Algoma University students through the Financial Aid Office.
Volunteers
Should you wish to volunteer to assist in a research lab or with a research project, please contact the Office of Research and Innovation ([email protected]). The valuable experience and knowledge gained will be an asset to list on your resume and/or application to graduate school.
Experiential Learning Hub
The Experiential Learning (EL) Hub us a central resource for students to learn about the wide range of experiential learning opportunities available at Algoma University. The Hub also supports faculty and staff in the development, delivery, and sharing of resources for experiential learning.
Experiential learning engages students in hands-on experiences that connect theory to practice and builds transferable skills highly sought after by employers. In other words, participating in experiential learning as part of your university experience can help connect you to your future career!
Learn more about the different ways that you can connect with experiential learning opportunities!
“Working for Dr. Brandon Schamp as a plant community ecology research assistant has been one of the most valuable parts of my time at Algoma University. While aided by NSERC USRA grants and OSAP work study, I was given many great opportunities to help me see what a career in biological research can look like. I have learned many great skills, such as; writing scientific papers, conducting statistical analyses, and carrying out experiments in a field setting. I can confidently say that I feel prepared for any post-graduate schooling that comes my way. ”
Riley Gridzak
Biology, 2019
“I have been a Research Assistant for Dr. Michael DiSanto for a full year now, assisting with the George Whalley project. In doing this work I have gained invaluable experience in things like; transcribing documents, uploading files and images to a database, editing, and much more. I have had so many opportunities thanks to this project, and I look forward to all the future opportunities that will arise because of it.”
Hailey Buckley
Bachelor of Arts, Honours (Combined Specialization) - English and History, 2019
