The Discovery Learning Apprenticeship (DLA) Program allows undergraduate engineering students to earn hourly wages (currently $16/hour) while engaging in research with faculty and graduate students. You’ll work alongside graduate students, postdoctoral researchers and faculty as collaborative partners on original research. We find that students bring a fresh perspective to the research team while also learning from their more experienced partners.

  • Apprenticeship positions announced in March
  • Applications are accepted through mid-May for academic year 2024-2025
  • Students may work up to 300 hours in these positions over the course of the academic year
    • Average of 10 hours per week over 30 weeks in the academic year
  • Attend several mandatory seminars and submit a project summary in the fall

Projects are listed by department or program. Review the "desired major" section of each project for eligibility to apply.