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Interested in doing research with a professor in Spring 2019?

By Jessica
An NSERC Undergraduate Student Research Award (USRA) may be for you!

The NSERC USRA is a great opportunity for undergraduates to work with a researcher and carry out full-time research for a term. The goal of the program is to stimulate your interest in research and to encourage you to pursue a graduate studies degree. If you would like to gain research work experience that complements your studies in an academic setting, this award provides you with financial support to do. You will be paid at least $7840 per term with a 35-40 hour work week spread over 16 weeks. You can also count this term as a coop work term.

What is the application deadline to have a NSERC USRA for Spring 2019?
·        Application must be completed by the student and supervisor by – Monday, April 8, 2019


What do I need to do?

  • Ensure you are eligible. 
  • Find a supervisor that you would like to work with.
  • Decide on a research project and clearly define your role.
  • Complete the following on the NSERC online system: http://www.nserc-crsng.gc.ca/OnlineServices-ServicesEnLigne/Index_eng.asp. 
    • Complete and submit Form 202 - Part I.
    • Upload your transcript (with legend attached, if applicable).
  • Ensure that your supervisor completes the online application (Form 202 - Part II).
  • Email Jessica Leung (j10leung@uwaterloo.ca) when Form 202 (Part I and II) is complete before the deadline (see above).
For more information, please go to the CS NSERC USRA program site or contact Jessica Leung at j10leung@uwaterloo.ca.

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