Our students gain valuable skills in critical thinking and analysis that translate into various professions and industry careers. Internships and research offer students the ability to explore career possibilities and enrich their learning.
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Get Involved in Research
Engaging in research is an integral part of your student experience at UO. Multidisciplinary science majors have access to valuable research experience within our cutting-edge laboratories. Find opportunities for participating in faculty-led research—or conducting your own.
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Showcase Your Work
Ready to share your work with the world? Discover opportunities for presenting or publishing your original academic research.
Publications and Creative Showcase
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Internships
Internships provide the opportunity to practice your skills in a real-world environment while gaining work experience that will give you a competitive edge in the job market.
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Travel and Study Around the World
Enhance your academic experience, develop new skills, and complement your multidisciplinary science major by studying the natural sciences in another part of the world.
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Student Groups
Whatever your passions are, you’re bound to find a student group that fits your interests among the more than 300 clubs and organizations at the UO. Join an affinity group or a group focused on your professional aspirations.