Undergraduate Research at VT?

EngineerHead
Tue, 04 Jan 2011 17:52:41 +0000

You should first read about the research investigations being performed in your field (notice I didn’t write “opportunities available” because not all research is listed, actually some of the most interesting/best ones are not listed), just go from professor to professor. If it’s a listed opportunity it will probably also direct you in how to apply for the position. If it’s not a listed opportunity, just e-mail the professor expressing your desire and how much his investigation intrigues you and how you find it fascinating (aka find the one that fascinates you). You could also e-mail even if you have to follow a formal application/interview process. I’ve never gained a research position through some formal procedure but I feel like those positions are probably less chill…