Research Opportunities Events Series
January 23 - February 13
Interested in research? Learn about the different ways you can gain research experience, engage with the research community, and think about research after graduation by attending our series of events about research opportunities for undergraduate engineering students. Check out the events taking place throughout January and February below and register to attend.
If you have any questions, please contact the Experiential Learning Coordinator, Undergraduate Research & Global Opportunities at undergrad.research@engineering.utoronto.ca.
Events Schedule
| Date | Event | Location | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday, January 23, 2025 11:30am to 1:30pm | Undergraduate Engineering Research Showcase This showcase is your place to learn all about undergraduate research! Past student researchers will present their research poster and speak about their research experience. Professors will also be on-site to answer your research-related questions. Learn about various research opportunities offered by CGEN, Laidlaw Scholars Program, Reach Alliance, TRANSFORM HF, AC-SURP, and more! Chat with peers from the Engineering Career Centre for application tips and tricks. Plus, learn how you can get involved in the research community through USRP and UnERD. Engineering graduate departments will be present to answer questions about graduate programs including graduate research. Come out to learn about research opportunities while enjoying snacks and games with peers! | In-person: Bahen Atrium 40 St. George St. | Registration is not required. Drop in anytime between 11:30am to 1:30pm! |
| Wednesday, January 29, 2025 6:00pm to 7:30pm | Research Opportunities Workshop #1: What is Research and Is It for Me? What is research? What is the benefit of research? Do you see yourself as a researcher? Join this exploratory workshop to learn more about what research is, the value of undergraduate research experience in Engineering, and how research skills can be applied to future careers in research or in industry. Refreshments will be provided! CCR: Participation can be recognized on the Co-Curricular Record (CCR). | In-person: GB202 Galbraith Building 35 St. George St., Room 202 (second floor) | Register Here |
| Tuesday, February 4, 2025 12:30pm – 1:30pm | UnERD Planning Committee Information Session Are you interested in event planning? Do you enjoy research? Consider applying to be a member of the UnERD Planning Committee! We are recruiting students to plan and coordinate the 2025 Undergraduate Engineering Research Day where undergraduate Engineering students will showcase their research to industry professionals and fellow students, inspiring the exchange of innovative solutions across a wide breadth of global challenges. This annual conference is planned and organized by students to promote collaboration and networking. Refreshments will be provided at the in-person session. Note: This is one of two sessions being offered. Please choose to attend one. If you cannot attend this session, another session will be offered virtually on February 6. | In-person: GB202 Galbraith Building 35 St. George St., Room 202 (second floor) | Register Here |
| Tuesday, February 4, 2025 6:00pm – 7:30pm | Graduate Studies Information Session and Graduate Student Panel Discover the various graduate programs offered: • Graduate Research Degrees: Master of Applied Science (MASc) and Doctorate (PhD) • Professional Course-Based Degree: Master of Engineering (MEng) Explore key topics: • Application and admissions process for graduate programs • Career opportunities with a graduate degree Hear directly from current graduate students—both research-based and course-based MEng—about their experiences and insights as graduate students. | In-person: GB202 Galbraith Building 35 St. George St., Room 202 (second floor) | Register Here |
| Thursday, February 6, 2025 12:30pm – 1:30pm | UnERD Planning Committee Information Session Are you interested in event planning? Do you enjoy research? Consider applying to be a member of the UnERD Planning Committee! We are recruiting students to plan and coordinate the 2025 Undergraduate Engineering Research Day where undergraduate Engineering students will showcase their research to industry professionals and fellow students, inspiring the exchange of innovative solutions across a wide breadth of global challenges. This annual conference is planned and organized by students to promote collaboration and networking. Note: This is one of two sessions being offered. Please choose to attend one. If you cannot attend this session, another session will be offered in-person on February 4. | Virtual – On Zoom | Register Here |
| Thursday, February 6, 2025 6:00pm to 8:00pm | Research Opportunities Workshop #2: Finding Research Opportunities & Student Mixer Are you interested in finding a research opportunity but not sure how to get started? Join this workshop to learn about the strategies to help you find a research opportunity as an undergraduate engineering student! Then, network with a panel of students who have participated in a research opportunity to learn about their experience and how they got involved. Refreshments will be provided! CCR: Participation can be recognized on the Co-Curricular Record (CCR). | In-person: GB202 Galbraith Building 35 St. George St., Room 202 (second floor) | Register Here |
| Thursday, February 13, 2025 6:00pm to 7:30pm | Research Opportunities Workshop #3: How to Apply & Research Awards To conclude the series, this workshop will go over tips and strategies on how to prepare applications to apply to research opportunities. We will also cover details about research awards that undergraduate students can apply for to help fund their research experience. Refreshments will be provided! CCR: Participation can be recognized on the Co-Curricular Record (CCR). | In-person: GB202 Galbraith Building 35 St. George St., Room 202 (second floor) | Register Here |
| Thursday, February 25, 2025 6:00pm to 7:30pm | Graduate Alumni Panel Engage with alumni to gather insights about their graduate experiences from both the research-focused programs (MASc, PhD) and the professional course-based Master of Engineering program (MEng). Refreshments will be provided. | In-person: GB202 Galbraith Building 35 St. George St., Room 202 (second floor) | Register Here |