The College of Engineering is home to a number of Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) sites that provide students with immersive, hands-on research opportunities across various engineering fields. REU sites engage a cohort of students in research projects related to a theme.
These programs allow undergraduates to collaborate with faculty and graduate students on innovative projects, enhancing their research skills and understanding of advanced engineering concepts. Participants engage in professional development workshops, social activities, and networking events, all designed to prepare them for future academic and career pursuits in engineering.
Building Resilient Communities
The REU site is now open and will be conducted for the period June 15 - August 21, 2026!
¾«¶«Ó°ÊÓis pleased to announce summer internships for undergraduate students on the topic of resilience. The Engineering for Bouncing Back Better (EB3) program will provide research experiences for undergraduates (REU) in hand-on and interdisciplinary research on building resilient communities.
During the ten-week program, students will work with a faculty mentor and graduate student on a specific project and develop research skills to increase graduate school opportunities. In addition, students will participate in cohort-building activities such as field trips to communities facing unique challenges in resilience and film nights focused on community resilience stories. Professional development activities include weekly skill-building workshops and panels, a 10-page project report, and a final program symposium.
Highly motivated undergraduate students are encouraged to apply.
Engineering for Bouncing Back Better
- List of NSF-supported projects for REU site ENGINEERING FOR BOUNCING BACK BETTER
- Eligibility:
- Non-¾«¶«Ó°ÊÓ State students*
- GPA of 3.0 or above
- Must be U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Must have at least one quarter or semester remaining to graduate after the program
- Students from underrepresented communities, community colleges, and institutions with limited research opportunities are highly encouraged to apply
- Flyer: Engineering for Bouncing Back Better
Applications due: February 27, 2026.
Results will be announced after March 23, 2026.
*Undergraduate students not enrolled at ¾«¶«Ó°ÊÓ State University.
Additional Resources
- Program contacts: Dr. Tala Navab-Daneshmand at tala.navab@oregonstate.edu, associate professor of environmental engineering, and Dr. Meghna Babbar-Sebens at meghna@oregonstate.edu, professor of water resources engineering
- Funding for the National Science Foundation (NSF) REU site is provided by NSF’s Division of Engineering Education and Centers located in Alexandria, VA (Award ID NSF 2349752). The NSF contact for this program is Dr. Wendy Simmons. NSF does not handle REU applications; contact each REU site directly for application information.
Robots in the Real World
The Robotics program at ¾«¶«Ó°ÊÓoffers a 10-week summer research opportunity, providing hands-on experience in fields like remote marine sensing, legged robots, and robot swarms. Students work with faculty and graduate students, attend workshops on graduate school and fellowships, and enjoy outdoor activities and social events.
The program aims to inspire continued research in robotics and increase diversity in STEM fields. Post-program support includes guidance for graduate applications and funding for conference travel. Housing is available for out-of-town students.
Clean Water Initiative (CWI)
The Clean Water Technology Initiative’s REU Program for undergraduates will run again this summer. The program is aimed at students that have completed their 2nd or 3rd year at OSU and it is mainly for OSU students, as there are no funds available for living expenses or for travel.
The CWI REU program will be a 10-week program during the summer (June 15 to August 21) for students that are interested in conducting hands-on and interdisciplinary research on how the field of engineering can contribute to clean water solutions. During the ten-week program, students will work with a faculty mentor and graduate student on a specific project and will develop research skills to increase graduate school opportunities.
There will be $7,000 of funds available for each student, plus support for professional development activities via lunch gatherings and a fieldtrip. We have 14 faculty members in CBEE, BEE and CCE sponsoring CWI REU projects this year.
- List of projects for 2026
- Flyer: CWI Summer REU
Program Contact: Dorthe Wildenschild
Applications due: April 7, 2026.
Results will be announced after April 14, 2026.
