Are you looking for a PAID summer internship that will give you research experience in the behavioral and social sciences?


The SRI program is designed to encourage and enhance the diversity of scholars working in social and behavioral science, practice, teaching, and policy fields. The program provides rising juniors and seniors with an 8-week intensive experience to develop research skills, learn about doctoral training, and increase graduate training readiness.


The 2025 BSOS SRI runs from June 2, 2025 – July 25, 2025

Participating BSOS Departments include African American and Africana Studies, Anthropology, Criminology & Criminal Justice, Economics, Geographical Sciences, Government & Politics, Hearing & Speech Sciences, Program in Neuroscience and Cognitive Science, Psychology, and Sociology.

The SRI provides:
A $3,000 stipend (before taxes)
A $780 stipend to cover weekend meal expenses
Travel to/from College Park, Maryland
University housing and meals
Program activities

APPLICATION DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Questions? Contact the SRI Coordinator, Ms. Brittney Robinson at brobins7@umd.edu

Apply here: https://bsos.umd.edu/diversity/summer-research-initiative