Paid Summer Internships and Opportunities
One way to get more research experience before applying to graduate programs is to complete summer research experiences. These programs are typically funded, and will have you working in a lab full-time over the course of the summer months conducting research.
Research Experiences for Undergraduates Programs (REUs)
Paid Research Assistant / Lab Manager Positions
Another way to accrue more research experience before applying to graduate programs is to work full-time as a research assistant or lab manager in a lab. The links below list a variety of job postings. If you find a lab that interests you, it’s usually best to apply as soon as possible, since these positions can be quite competitive.
- Resources for Applying to Post-Graduate Research Positions
- Academic Job Searches in Psychology
- CogSci and Psych Research Assistant Job List
- Another Psychology Jobs List
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