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Research Opportunities
Opportunities offered by faculty members at Cal Poly Humboldt, or other universities, research labs, and government agencies to generate new knowledge. Experience is usually paid, especially the off-campus opportunities. Experience can be advertised through the Sponsored Programs Foundation, departmental websites and newsletters, and faculty advisors.
Handshake
Research opportunities may be posted on Handshake – a job posting platform used by on and off campus departments and organizations.
For questions about accessing your Handshake account, you may visit the Career Development Center.
Sponsored Programs Foundation
This office offers opportunities for students that typically involve research with faculty members on- or off-campus. The research project will usually include some mentorship. Opportunities are paid and you typically apply on Handshake.
You can see some additional Student Funding Opportunities, including scholarships and awards, on the SPF Engagement Hub.
Departmental advertisements
Often, departments will have additional ways to advertise a variety of opportunities, including paid research assistant positions. Please see the Major Specific Opportunities page for more details.