Webinar Archives

• Paid Summer Research Experiences and Paid Internships: Finding and Applying to Programs
This webinar shares the basics of how undergraduates can find and apply to paid summer research and paid internships. In collaboration with COSEE-OS, IBP staff guide participants through tips on finding programs and strengthening their applications. Veterans of paid summer Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) and NASA summer internships were also on hand to provide first-hand insights into their recent research opportunities.


• Transitioning from Community College to a 4 Year College? How to use your science, technology, engineering, or math degree for an Ocean Science Career!
The Institute for Broadening Participation collaborated with COSEE-OS on this webinar with the goal of sharing information on preparing for a career in Ocean Sciences


• Funding your STEM Graduate Education
Featuring tips and advice from recent graduates who successfully funded their own education, this webinar discusses all the different types of funding options — from teach assistantships (T.A.) and research assistantships (R.A.) to fellowships. Produced in collaboration with COSEE-OS.


• Funding your Graduate Education in the Ocean Sciences
IBP collaborated with COSEE-OS on this webinar, which featured two guest speakers who outlined resources for graduate students pursuing Ocean Sciences

General Student Resources

• Searching for a Program
  Watch this quick video on how to used our advanced search page to find programs.


• Student Information Form
  Use this form to sign up to receive notifications about programs and opportunities that match your interests and level of study.

Graduate School

• Grad School Tips on Applying
  How to find the right graduate department and advisor for you, how to find funding, and how to get organized to make the process as smooth as possible!


• Applying to Graduate School: Tips Timeline, and Tools of the Trade (CIC)
  A thorough guide to the graduate school process including a detailed timeline that you can follow as you apply.


• The Difference Between the Grad and Undergrad Experience
  What are the major differences between the undergraduate and graduate experience? A quick summary of how the two differ, including funding, relationship with your advisor, classwork and research, and independence.


• How to Find the Right Grad Program
  A checklist of questions to ask STEM graduate schools, departments, and programs. These questions will help you get the information you need to choose the right graduate program for you.

Preparing Applications

• Tips on Creating a Winning Application
  General tips to help you improve your applications — whether it be to scholarships, internships, or REUs (research experiences for undergraduates).


• Writing Strong Essays and Personal Statements
  Targeted toward undergraduate students, this handout provides detailed suggestions on strengthening your essays.


• Getting Strong Letters of Recommendation
  The what, why, and how, of getting strong letters of recommendation.


• Enhancing Your Fellowship Application
  Tips for strengthening your graduate fellowship applications.

Summer Research Experiences

• The Benefits of an Undergrad Summer Research Program
  By Diana Lizarraga, an essay describing the benefits a summer research experience can have on a student's career trajectory.


• Applying to Summer Research Experiences (REU) and Internships
  The what, why, and how -- including a timeline for applying.


• Discussing Summer Research with your Family
  Sometimes it is hard to explain to family why you want to leave home for the summer to participate in an internship or summer research program. This handout provides suggestions and examples to assist students in discussing their STEM aspirations with their family.