Announcements
CAMP Doctoral Student Mentorship
Office Hours: Fridays, for 1 hour at the CAMP Office
A bit about Jordan James Bond, UCI Doctoral Student:
I am a first-generation college graduate. My successful collegiate journey is one that can be described by self-made, unconventional, and determination. I am evidence that if there is a will then there is a way; however, I aspire to pave the path for those who come after me. I am a student whose life experience outweighs their academic growth, often resulting in having to learn to navigate imposter syndrome. I am a molecular biologist with a dash of biochemist working toward a doctorate degree in Biology under the department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, with research that focuses on documenting molecular mechanisms of anticipatory biology.
Interested in scheduling a meeting to discuss your academic goals and navigating college with Jordan?
Please reach out to Leonora Peña at ldwillia@uci.edu to schedule a 1-hour session.
Mentoring & Tutoring Program
The CAMP Mentor & Tutor Program has launched! Mentors & Tutors are available to assist with time-management, guidance/ tutoring to help navigate your academic experience, and campus life. The Winter Mentor & Tutor Schedule may be accessed via our website in the Services section.
UC LEADS
UC LEADS is excited to invite you to apply for the upcoming cohort of UC LEADS Scholars at UC Irvine!
The University of California Leadership Excellence through Advanced Degrees Scholars (UC LEADS) is a two-year program designed for undergraduate students who are in their sophomore year (or juniors on track to complete their degree in five years) that are interested in pursuing a graduate degree. UC LEADS is designed to support students in STEM disciplines who have faced educational or economic barriers to success. This program is an excellent opportunity for those who are passionate about pursuing graduate school. Scholars are provided with educational experience that prepares them to assume positions of leadership in industry, government, public service, and academia following the completion of a doctoral degree. Scholars will receive a summer stipend of $5,000.
Information Sessions will be hosted in person on Tuesday, February 11th at 5:00 pm – 5:30 pm at the Graduate and Postdoctoral Scholar Resource Center and virtually on Friday, February 21st at 5:00 pm – 5:30 pm. Please RSVP by clicking here.
Priority Deadline: Monday, March 7, 2025
If you have any questions, please contact Mariela Menendez at mmenend1@uci.edu.
Center for Educational Partnerships (CFEP)
CFEP is now hiring Residential Advisors (RA’s) for their summer programs!
UCI CalTeach
Are you a STEM major? You can be an Orange County Science & Engineering Fair Mentor! Please see the flyer attached for this paid opportunity!
UC PRIME Pre-Health Pathways
UC PRIME Pre-Health Pathways (UC3P) is excited to kick off 2025 with events and opportunities for students, faculty, and staff. Our mission is to support underrepresented students in healthcare through mentorship, research, and professional development.
We invite you to participate in our upcoming events and learn more about UC3P’s programs and application opportunities!
CEO Leadership Alliance Orange County
About Ware Malcomb:
Headquartered in Irvine, Ware Malcomb is renowned for its innovative contributions to architecture, interior design, planning, and civil engineering. With a focus on forward-thinking solutions, the firm is shaping the future of built environments for both public and private clients worldwide.
CLAOC is currently recruiting architecture students to apply for a 6-week career exploration experience at Ware Malcomb.
Open to 1st and 2nd year college students interested in Design, Architecture, or Civil Engineering.
At Ware Malcomb, creativity and collaboration drive their culture. During this experience, you’ll work in an inspiring environment where ideas flourish and innovation is celebrated.
To learn more about this opportunity click here.
Please make sure to include that you are a part of the CAMP Program in your application.
Deadline: February 16, 2025
CAMP Updates
Edison STEM Transfer Scholarship Orientation
CAMP welcomed and celebrated recipients of the Edison STEM Transfer Scholarship at the Edison Scholars Orientation on Friday, January 24, 2025. The CAMP Scholars were recently awarded a two-year scholarship worth $15,000.00. The orientation provided information about the CAMP Program, services, and requirements concerning the scholarship. Congratulations, Edison STEM Transfer Scholarship Recipients!
Book / Technology Loan Program
The CAMP Book / Technology Loan Program launched at the beginning of winter quarter! Eligible CAMP Scholars may stop by the CAMP office during regular operating hours to check out books and/or technology for the quarter (if the items are available). You must have a current UCI Student ID to check out CAMP material. If you have any questions about whether you are CAMP eligible, we are happy to check when you arrive to the office. CAMP Scholars will be provided with books/ technology on a first-come, first-served, basis. Items must be returned at the end of the quarter.
Leadership Spotlight
Meet Julie Lindo!
Julie Lindo is the Director of Outreach Access and Inclusion for the School of Information and Computer Sciences at UC Irvine. She is passionate about mentorship and community and believes in providing students with the resources they need to succeed – particularly through programs that offer essential support for marginalized groups.
In what capacity do you work for UC Irvine?
I am the Director of Outreach for the School of Information and Computer Sciences, though my role is directly housed under the Stacey Nicholas Office of Outreach, Access and Inclusion. Our overall goal is to diversify the technology sector and ensure all areas of computing are inclusive and diverse. We focus on providing additional support to historically marginalized populations who are underrepresented in computing.
In my role, I primarily work with K–12 partnerships and outreach, with my main priority being the growth of the Information & Computer Sciences Summer Academy. The ICS Summer Academy is a program geared towards high school students to teach them more about computer science and highlight how diverse the field can be. Many students understand the breadth of fields like biology or engineering, but there’s not a lot of tangible information available for high school students about computer science. By offering these services early on, we can help them prepare towards a field of study in computer science. One of our goals is to bring awareness and provide these outreach efforts at an early age.
How did you become involved with the CAMP program?
I’ve been familiar with the CAMP program since I was an undergraduate at UCI. I wasn’t initially a STEM major during my undergraduate studies, and I didn’t have the support system to really continue in that field, so I started to look into the CAMP program and what they might offer. That’s how I initially learned about the program. Later, when I worked at the Center for Educational Partnerships, I got to know Dr. Harris, the previous director, and other staff members.
My brother was also part of the CAMP program when he was a student here, and I made sure he applied to the program. I’ve always been supportive of CAMP and their endeavors. I celebrate their achievements with them because I think their philosophy and what I believe is needed in the community align very closely.
What is your educational philosophy?
I truly believe that students who want to be successful and have the drive can absolutely achieve that. But I am also a strong believer that it not only takes hard work, but also a ‘village.’ For example, when I was a student at UCI, it took a lot of effort on my part to find resources. I was often told no; ‘No, we don’t have this.’ ‘No, we don’t offer that.’ Or, ‘It’s only for this major, not yours.’ Over the years, I’ve seen how things have changed and developed, and I do think it’s moving in the right direction.
Especially for students from communities like mine, underrepresented minorities, we don’t always have a support system at home that can guide us through the process. I mean, we absolutely have the love and social support from our families, but they might not have the experience or knowledge of the higher education process to provide us with tactical or strategic advice. But now, having resources that are more accessible to everyone on campus has definitely led to more success stories. Programs like CAMP and others have made a difference, and now there are more resources available for a broader range of students with diverse needs.
Recognizing the different needs students have helps us as professionals shape our philosophy and approach. As educators, we must be fluid and adaptable, understanding that students’ needs vary greatly. Flexibility is key, it helps us be better resources to students, to cater to a range of needs, and provide the right support.
It’s important to be open to understanding that while we can’t cater to everyone individually, we can at least acknowledge the diverse needs students bring. Helping them find the resources and the confidence to move forward is a big part of my educational philosophy. I want students to feel comfortable coming to me with questions, for help, or for mentorship. But I also want them to leave with the confidence that they can do things on their own.
Teaching students how to be resourceful, how to find things and solve problems, leaves them more confident in their ability to succeed. For me, it’s all about listening, hearing them out, and being flexible. I don’t always have all the answers, so a lot of the time it’s about figuring things out together. Having a positive attitude and being willing to help.
Why do you believe that undergraduate research is an important component of the student experience?
Well, there are a lot of things that come with undergraduate research, and I have to say that for several of the students I’ve talked to, it can be a little scary. They now have another commitment to manage, and it can be difficult for them to balance their time. But nonetheless, I always recommend it and encourage them to get involved in undergraduate research. I truly believe it helps them gain a much broader understanding of the field they’re pursuing. It also allows them to explore interdisciplinary areas, and through their research, they may develop a new interest that could help further their education.
In addition, I really believe it improves critical thinking. When they’re working with faculty or other researchers, they’re not always given the answers, but they receive a lot of guidance, for example, ‘Have you thought about this?’ or ‘This is the reason we do certain things.’ This kind of environment helps students develop critical thinking skills and boosts their confidence to speak up and say, ‘Why don’t we try this?’ or ‘What about the idea?’ It gives them the training they need, beyond just attending lectures and doing readings.
It’s a very positive way to prepare them for whatever career path they choose or to gain new insights into potential career options. Most importantly, though, it gives them the confidence of being part of a team and fosters that crucial sense of belonging that is key to many students’ educational experiences.
A lot of the students I refer to research are typically working in smaller teams, so they get to know other students and start building their network. They begin connecting with peers across different disciplines, and some of the research that is done here involves computer science.
What advice would you give students that may be afraid to communicate with faculty?
I’m more of an introverted person, and this is something I struggle with myself. When I was an undergraduate, I developed this eye condition that lasted for about two months. I needed a screen reader and all these accessibility tools I didn’t even know existed. I had to go talk to one of my professors because the book he assigned wasn’t compatible with some of the software the disability services were using to read the book to me. I had to ask if there was an alternate version or if he had a physical copy I could borrow to take to disability services.
At the time, I thought it was the scariest thing. It was the end of my first year in college, and it was my first time going to talk to a professor. But when I got there, it wasn’t scary at all. It was all the buildup and anxiety in my mind. So when students tell me they haven’t talked to a professor or gone to office hours, I ask them, ‘Why are you worried? Why are you scared?’ A lot of our faculty could be doing something else, but they’re here because they want to help the next generation of undergraduates in academia. That’s their purpose. Our purpose is to help students. That’s why we are all here.
I always tell students to make it less scary by jotting down two or three specific questions to start the conversation; maybe one or two questions about the lecture or something they want more insight on. Whatever it is, just have a couple of things ready to go. It’s also a little awkward for faculty if a student shows up and doesn’t know why they’re there. If the student just wants to network and meet the professor, they can go in and introduce themselves and ask about the professor’s research or what else they’re working on outside of the class. But I always recommend having a couple of things in mind to help start the conversation.
Also, remember that when you show up to office hours, you’re showing the professor that you’re interested in the class and in what you’re studying. It shows engagement. Not many students go to office hours just to talk to a faculty member, and they usually show up around midterms or finals. But I always encourage students to start those conversations early because they’ll get the most out of them in the long run.
What do you do for fun?
I used to love to read, but now that I have three kids, by the time I can finally sit down and read for fun, I tend to fall asleep. What I do now is really enjoy listening to audiobooks. A lot of them have voice actors, so it’s almost like they bring the book to life in a way I wouldn’t have imagined if I were reading it. I love doing that for fun, especially when I’m on my own or doing something like laundry at home and want to mix it up. I really like historical fiction, so that’s my favorite genre to listen to.
But another one of my favorite things to do is watch my kids play sports. Two of my kids play soccer, and I love going to their games. For that two-hour span, I’m just focused on the game—are they offsides? Are they going to cross the ball? Are they going to try a bicycle kick? It’s just exciting for me.
I’ve come a long way because my dad is a huge soccer fan, and he used to make me watch games with him. I thought they were so slow and long, so it was never my thing. I never envisioned myself becoming a soccer mom. And here I am, bringing my chairs, my snacks, and being fully engaged in the games. So, if I’m not listening to an audiobook, I’m usually watching my kids play soccer, and it’s really exciting being on the sidelines.
What is your favorite movie and why?
That is a tough one. I really enjoy watching a lot of movies, but I would have to say one of the most impactful for me has been Up, the Disney Pixar movie. It’s filled with so many important life lessons, and it really shows how compassion is needed in the world and how important it is to maintain a positive outlook, even when things aren’t going well.
For me, the story of the couple growing old, and then the husband losing his wife, is really sad. It makes you think about how quickly life passes by. You really start to wonder what you’ll want to remember when you’re older. What will you look back on and be proud of? What moments will stand out as the ones you truly cherish?
Then, bringing in the little boy, Russell, just shows the idea that, even if you don’t immediately connect with someone, there’s always something good that you can connect over with anybody. The movie is full of so many lessons. It is one I enjoy watching on my own, but I also love watching it with my family because it opens the door to great conversations. It’s definitely a movie with a lot of meaning to it. I would have to say, that’s probably my favorite movie.
What is your favorite song and why?
That is another tough one. I listen to all kinds of music, pretty much everything. I think it is very seasonal for me. If it is Christmas time, I love Christmas music, and my favorite Christmas song is the one by Mariah Carey. I play it every year! Then, in the summer, I usually enjoy the top 40 songs that are out, whether it’s Taylor Swift or whatever else is popular. I don’t really have an all-time favorite; I think my favorites change depending on the season.
What advice would you give students with respect to successfully navigating their STEM degree program?
For advice, I would say, look for resources on campus. I know when I was doing my research, it was really difficult for me because I didn’t really know anyone on campus, and I didn’t know what the campus had to offer. A lot of the resources weren’t digital at the time, so you really had to walk around and find things on your own. But I think now, with the way communication and information are shared, it should be a lot easier for students to find things.
My best advice for students is to get engaged in undergraduate research opportunities, or research opportunities if they’re in graduate programs. But also, just build relationships—with staff, other students, and faculty members—finding ways to find those mentors. I think mentors are key to making success a lot easier for students. Many of the undergraduates I talk to now say that once they connect with a mentor, whether it’s a staff member, a faculty member, or even another student, they find it much easier to get through the challenging times because they know they have someone trustworthy they can go to for advice.
I think that’s really important because it helps prevent students from feeling like they’re alone. When students feel isolated, it’s a lot harder to move forward. Having someone you trust, a mentor who can guide you to resources you might not have known about. They can give you a starting point, like, “why don’t you try this?” or “why don’t you try that?”
Sometimes, it just takes that one right person to offer advice and lift you right back up.. A lot of times, when students are looking for something specific and can’t find it, they get discouraged, and it becomes overwhelming, making them feel stuck. But if they have someone there to say, “you can try this,” it gives them a starting point and helps rebuild their confidence to move on to the next step.
So, I think getting involved with research and finding a mentor are probably the two key things that can help students navigate a STEM degree. It is challenging to be in a STEM major, and if students can find the right connections, people who understand how difficult it can be, then they’ll feel more supported and confident.
Student Spotlight
Meet Tyler Hernandez!
Tyler Daniel Hernandez is a freshman at UCI majoring in Biological Sciences with an interest in neurobiology, particularly neurodegenerative diseases. His research passion was sparked by UCI’s neurobiology courses and events, and he believes that advancing research in this field can significantly improve people’s lives. Along with his academic pursuits, Tyler is also involved in the arts, participating in the Brown Bag Theater Company. As he navigates his first year at UCI, Tyler values both his scientific curiosity and creative side.
How long have you been involved with CAMP and what are some of the services you have utilized?
I have been involved with CAMP since I participated in CAMP’s Summer Science Academy, which was really great. I got to meet a bunch of great people that I’m still friends with today. It also prepared me a lot for going into the university setting. I’ve also utilized the free textbooks and calculators, which I needed for my chemistry classes, which were very useful. I enjoy having a study location where I can relax and hang out.
Are you part of any clubs? If so, which ones? Why is it important for you to get involved?
Yes, I’m part of a neuroscience club here at UCI. I’m also part of the Brown Bag Theater Company. Getting involved is really great because I get to meet with a bunch of people who are either interested in neuroscience or are part of the specialization. We get to do events like volunteering at an Alzheimer’s gala, where I worked at the event and made sure the guests felt welcome. The Brown Bag Theater Company focuses on Latino and Latinx expression in theater. We have stage readings and workshops. It’s really great because I get to participate in dramatic arts, which is something I don’t get to do much with my major, and I can express myself within the Latino culture.
What do you do for fun?
I really enjoy hanging out with people in my dorm. I’m in the STEM house, so I get to connect with people who are also into science. I like scriptwriting, which is one of my other passions from drama. I also enjoy listening to music, particularly orchestra, because I love how they can tell a story. I’m an avid gamer and have been playing since I was seven. So, it’s always fun to hang out, and play video games. I also play ping pong with my dorm mates whenever I can.
What is your favorite food?
Oh, that’s hard. I’ll have to say a really good chicken alfredo.
Favorite movie? Why?
One of my favorites is the animated Transformers movie, which tells the origin story of Optimus Prime and Megatron. I really like Transformers and find the lore behind them really cool. I enjoy the animated version because it translates really well, and I like how it stays true to the original series.
Favorite song? Why?
I would have to say, “Legendary” by Jorge Rivera-Herrans, it’s one of the songs from a musical he’s currently writing. And I just love the person who sings the song.
What advice would you give your fellow CAMP scholars about successfully navigating higher education?
I would definitely say to use all the resources available, like tutoring and services at CAMP. Having people like Dr. Harris is really helpful. Also, attending classes is important because it helps you understand the concepts better. Do the readings beforehand so you’re prepared, and have questions ready if you don’t understand something. Definitely do the readings.
Mentor Way
Tony Martinez
“There is no failure, just a lesson learned.” – Brad Turnbull
Viviann Vargas
It doesn’t matter how long it takes to learn a subject or reach your goal. What matters the most is that you enjoy the educational journey and believe that you will get there with hard work and determination.
Graduate Fellowships/Assistantships/Scholarships
Research Opportunities
NASA L’SPACE Mission Concept Academy
The NASA Lucy Student Pipeline Accelerator and Competency Enabler (L’SPACE) offers two unique, hands-on learning experiences for students that offer insight into the dynamic world of the Space Industry: the Mission Concept Academy (MCA) and the NASA Proposal Writing & Evaluation Experience Academy (NPWEE).
Application Opens: February 3, 2025
Syracuse University Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU)
The National Science Foundation gives undergraduates the opportunity to join research projects for the summer. This allows students to experience first-hand how basic research is carried out, and to contribute consequentially. The program is open to all students who have completed their first year of study and who have a serious interest in chemistry. All participants will receive university housing at no additional expense in addition to a travel and conference reimbursement (if applicable).
Participants also receive a $1,000 food allowance.
Application Deadline: February 15, 2025
DaRin Butz Foundation Research Internship Program at the Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University
The DaRin Butz Foundation Research Internship Program at the Arnold Arboretum offers undergraduate students in the life sciences an immersive research experience, focused on plant biodiversity. Interns will engage in full-time research, develop their own projects, and gain vital skills in scientific communication, including writing research proposals and delivering presentations. Participants will have the opportunity to collaborate with advisors and fellow interns, while exploring the Arboretum’s unique plant collections
Application Deadline: February 15, 2025
University of Georgia NSF Funded Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU)
The NSF Funded Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) at the University of Georgia provides an intensive, hands-on summer research opportunity for undergraduate students in genomics, proteomics, computational biology, metabolomics, cellular and molecular biology, and systems biology. This program invites participants to join research teams, develop independent projects, and gain valuable exposure to cutting-edge scientific work.
Application Deadline: March 3, 2025
Princeton University Laboratory Learning Program (LLP)
The Laboratory Learning Program offers high school students a full-time, free summer research experience in the sciences or engineering. This program allows students to experience first-hand how research is conducted at a prestigious institution, and to contribute meaningfully to ongoing projects. The program is open to high school students who live locally and have an interest in scientific research. All participants will be closely supervised by Princeton faculty and research staff, with internships typically spanning 5-6 weeks during regular office hours.
Application Deadline: March 15, 2025
REU Finder
REU Finder is a quick and easy way for students to find research opportunities. The site is divided into pages that list REU opportunities by year (freshmen, sophomore, junior and seniors as well as specific populations such as community college, international students, and undocumented students). REU Finder seeks to minimize extensive google searches to make it easy for students to identify programs that might be a good fit for.
NSF-Funded Research Experiences for Undergraduates
The Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program offers undergraduate students the opportunity to engage in active research across various fields funded by the National Science Foundation. Through REU, students participate in ongoing research projects or work on projects specifically developed for the program. The search page is designed to assist scholars in finding REU sites across the country. Click here to learn more.
Pathways to Science Summer Research Tool
The Pathways to Science research tool features over 700 summer research opportunities, many of which provide stipends, housing, and travel support. Click here to learn more.
Scholarships
BMW/SAE Engineering Scholarship
This scholarship is provided by BMW AG in recognition of its commitment to excellence in engineering. Applicants must demonstrate active participation in extracurricular science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) activities that take place outside the classroom (such as in clubs or in association with other organizations).
Application Deadline: February 28, 2025
Hispanic Scholar Fund (HSF) Scholar Program
Every year, the Hispanic Scholar Fund (HSF) selects outstanding students as HSF Scholars from a broad and talented pool of applicants. Scholars are selected based on merit and are eligible for scholarship award amounts ranging from $500 – $5,000, based on relative need. As an HSF Scholar, you will have access to a full range of invaluable Scholar Support Services, including career services, mentorship, leadership development, knowledge building, and wellness training
Application Deadline: February 15, 2025
Society for Automotive Engineers Scholarship
Through generous contributions from various individuals, corporations, and universities, the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) International is proud to award scholarship money to undergraduate engineering students. Funded through the SAE Foundation, these scholarships encourage academic excellence and help students to pursue their passion for engineering.
Application Deadline: February 28, 2025
Each year through the ACWA Scholarship Program, ACWA awards two $3,500 scholarships to qualified undergraduate students. ACWA is the largest statewide coalition of public water agencies in the country. To be eligible, applicants must: be a resident of California at the time of application; be attending an accredited, University of California or California State University campus; be pursuing an undergraduate degree in a water resources-related field related to engineering, agricultural and/or urban water supply, environmental studies, or public administration; be at least a junior at the time of the academic year; commit to full-time enrollment (12 semester units or 16 quarter units) for the entire academic; and submit two letters of recommendation, transcripts and an essay (no more than 1,000 words).
Application Deadline: March 1, 2025
American Chemical Society Scholars Program
The ACS Scholars Program awards renewable scholarships to undergraduate students from historically underrepresented groups in the chemical sciences, majoring in chemistry-related disciplines, and intending to pursue chemistry-related careers.
Selected recipients are awarded up to $5,000 per academic year.
Application Deadline: March 1, 2025
Internship Opportunities
Research Experiences in Solid Earth Science for Students (RESESS)
The RESESS internship program hosted by the EarthScope Consortium aims to support historically underrepresented students pursuing a degree in geosciences. During the 11 week internship, students will be allowed to participate in research projects on the UCI campus or one of 170 other institutions. Professional development and networking opportunities are an integral part of the program along with mentorship and creating your own scientific poster. Any students interested in conducting research in any field relating to Earth sciences should consider applying. Click here for more information.
Application Deadline: February 15, 2025
NIH Summer Internship Program (SIP)
This program is for college, graduate and professional students interested in exploring careers in research and healthcare. These are full-time research positions within one of the NIH Institutes and Centers (IC) in the NIH Intramural Research Program. Summer interns work in a research group directed by a Principal Investigator (PI). Students interested in biology, engineering, epidemiology, psychology, mathematics, chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, nursing, physics, computer science, bioinformatics, and other health-related fields are invited to apply.
Application Deadline: February 19, 2025
NASA Office of STEM Engagement (OSTEM)
NASA Office of STEM Engagement (OSTEM) paid internships allow high school and college-level students to contribute to agency projects under the guidance of a NASA mentor. Applicants for this internship must be U.S. Citizens and meet a minimum 3.0 GPA requirement. These paid internships are offered across NASA facilities in fall, spring, and summer sessions.
2025 Internship Application Deadlines
Summer 2025: February 28, 2025
Fall 2025: May 16, 2025
JPL Year-Round Internship Program
The JPL Year-Round Internship Program offers part-time and full-time internship opportunities at JPL during the academic year as well as summers to undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees in science, technology, engineering or Mathematics.
Application Deadline: Ongoing
The Port of Los Angeles Student Engineer Program
Throughout the year, the Port of Los Angeles employs college engineering majors as student engineers or architecture majors as student architects. Student engineers or architects may assist in the design and construction of major Port and LA Waterfront projects.
Application Deadline: Year – Round
Fellowship Opportunities
HACU National Internship Program Fall 2025
Since 1992, the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) has offered one of the best internship programs in the country. Join our 14,000 alumni in gaining invaluable professional experience interning within a federal agency, while getting paid!
Application opens: February 3, 2025
SCE Internships – Electrical, Mechanical, and Computer Science Majors
Become a summer intern at Southern California Edison (SCE) and build a better tomorrow. In this 12-week internship, you’ll gain hands-on experience with meaningful work while developing your skills and building your network. SCE big believers that diversity leads to innovation, creativity, and collaboration. As a summer intern, your work will help power our planet, reduce carbon emissions and create cleaner air for everyone.
Application Deadline: Rolling Basis
As a Henkel Intern, you will play an integral part of our team, while gaining real-world experience and a comprehensive understanding of various finance functions within a global organization. Based on your interests and skills, Henkel has a variety of internship opportunities in project engineering, processing engineering, production, quality assurance, product development, packaging, technical customer service and more.
Application Deadline: Rolling Basis
STEM Student Org. Corner
American Medical Women’s Association Undergraduate Division (AMWAUCI)
Biomedical Engineering Society
MAES Latinos in Science and Engineering
Minority Association of Pre-Health Students (MAPS)
National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)
Pre-Veterinary and Animal Wellness Association (PAWA)
Public Health Association (PHA)
Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE)
Society of Women Engineers (SWE)
Women in Information and Computer Sciences (WICS)
Did You Know…
Did you know that the UCI Department of Chemistry offers FREE peer tutoring via Zoom to students taking General Chemistry courses such as Chem 1A or Chem 1B. The department also has another set of peer tutors that can assist with Organic Chemistry (Chem 51B). It is important to utilize these resources as they are meant to help you be successful in the course! The Department of Physics also has free tutoring for Physics 2, 7 series, and 3 series. The tutors are the teaching assistants (TAs) for the courses. Additionally, the Department of Mathematics also has TAs and graduate students offering free virtual tutoring for Math 1A/1B and Math 2A/2B.
Upcoming Events
UCI School of Physical Sciences- 2025 Adventures in Physics
Saturday, February 1, 2025
12:00PM – 2:30PM
Physical Science Lecture Hall
The Adventures in Physics program invites the Orange County community to experience engaging physics demonstrations and lectures at UCI. This event honors John Rosendahl, Instructional Programs Director in the Department of Physics & Astronomy, who created memorable demonstrations seen by over 50,000 students.
UCI Henry Samueli School of Engineering -CALIT2 Distinguished Lecture: Strategic Directions for Electronics Packaging
Tuesday, February 4, 2025
3:30PM – 5:00PM
CALIT2 Building Auditorium
Join Subramanian S. Iyer, Distinguished Professor at UCLA, for a lecture on the future of electronics packaging. Dr. Iyer will discuss how recent advances in packaging are enabling breakthroughs in AI and machine learning, the evolution toward chiplets and heterogeneous chip assemblies, and the challenges in simplifying and scaling packaging technologies. This talk will highlight new approaches in design, cooling, power delivery, and manufacturing for next-generation packaging.
UCI School of Biological Sciences- DCB Seminar: Dr. Soledad Reyes de Barboza
Tuesday, February 6, 2025
11:00AM – 12:00PM
Natural Sciences II, Room 4201
Join Dr. Soledad Reyes de Barboza, Assistant Professor at UC San Diego, for a seminar on cellular senescence and its implications for lung injury and aging. Dr. Reyes de Barboza will discuss the role of p16INK4a-expressing senescent fibroblasts in lung tissue repair, immune responses, and their response to acute injuries like Influenza A virus infection. This talk will explore the complexities of senescence in aging and tissue regeneration, offering new insights into potential therapeutic strategies for aging populations more vulnerable to lung diseases.
UCI School of Biological Sciences- DCB Seminar Series: Dr. Yongdeng Zhang
Tuesday, February 13, 2025
11:00AM – 12:00PM
Natural Sciences II, Room 4201
Join Dr. Yongdeng Zhang, Assistant Professor at Westlake University, for a seminar on cutting-edge super-resolution microscopy techniques. Dr. Zhang will discuss the development of the multicolor 4Pi-SMS technique, which enables 3D super-resolution imaging of mammalian cells at approximately 10 nm resolution. By combining this method with expansion microscopy, molecular-level resolution under 5 nm can be achieved. Dr. Zhang will also highlight advances in imaging biological tissue samples using deep-learning-enabled aberration correction and adaptive optics. This talk will explore how 4Pi-SIM enables the visualization of subcellular structures in living cells with excellent clarity and time-lapse volumetric isotropic 100 nm resolution.
UCI School of Biological Sciences- DCB Seminar Series: Dr. Fan Yang
Tuesday, February 20, 2025
11:00AM – 12:00PM
Natural Sciences II, Room 4201
Join Dr. Fan Yang, Associate Professor and Assistant Dean in the School of Basic Medical Sciences at Zhejiang University, for a seminar on the rational design of novel modulators to TRP ion channels for analgesia. Dr. Yang will discuss how TRP ion channels, essential for thermo-reception and nociception, are activated by temperature and various pain-inducing compounds. Utilizing a range of biophysical techniques, including patch-clamp recordings, cryo-EM, and computational modeling, Dr. Yang will explain the mechanisms behind TRP channel activation and modulation by compounds binding to specific “hot spots.”
UCI School of Information & Computer Sciences- Investigating Spatial Omics Data with StarTrail and STimage-1K4M
Thursday, February 13, 2025
4:00PM – 5:00PM
Donald Bren Hall, Room 6011
Join Dr. Yun Li, Professor in the Department of Genetics and Biostatistics at the University of North Carolina, for a seminar regarding a new method for detecting sudden changes in gene expression. Because these changes may be indicators of tumor development, this “gradient based method” allows researchers to look deeper into the makeup of tissue under these circumstances. Additionally, Dr. Li is also introducing Stimage-1K4M, a dataset which is able to relate the images of tissue makeup to the associated features and gene expressions, expanding possibilities for data analysis.
UCI School of Information & Computer Sciences – Practical Approaches for Private and Scalable Information Data Management Systems
Friday, February 7, 2025
11:00AM – 12PM
Donald Bren Hall, Room 6011
Join Dr. Amr El Abbadi, Professor of Computer Science at UC Santa Barbara, for a seminar on the future of data privacy and explaining how the use of cutting-edge cryptographic methods may be used to privately access data. When access to data is requested the request itself may lead to data breaches and cyber attacks, so Dr. Abbadi proposes improvements to existing accessing strategies in order to diminish the chances of such attacks taking place. For private data, Dr. Abbadi proposes using a new datastore technique to prevent against the loss of data in case of incident. Additionally, Fully Homomorphic Encryption is being proposed as a way to improve efficiency of mechanisms which maintain privacy for those accessing public data.
UCI School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences- Application of DNA-Encoded Libraries for Academic Drug Discovery
Monday, February 3, 2025
12:00PM – 1:00PM
Sue Gross Auditorium
Join Dr. Robert A. Welch, Associate Professor at Baylor College of Medicine, as he discusses the implications and benefits of utilizing DNA-Encoded Libraries (DELs) to screen for proteins of interest. These DELs are able to sample more molecules than traditional screening techniques at a fraction of the cost and time making them an increasingly interesting topic of research. Baylor College of Medicine has created one of these DELs to include over 7 billion DNA-encoded molecules allowing them to use this DEL in order to screen for disease targets and proteins of increasing interest in the academic community.