The MIT Summer Research Program (MSRP) seeks to promote graduate education as a meaningful and attainable goal; broaden perspectives and participation in research and innovation; prepare and recruit talented undergraduates for graduate programs at MIT and beyond.

Students who participate in this program will be better prepared and motivated to pursue advanced degrees, thereby helping to sustain a rich talent pool in critical areas of research and innovation.

2024 MSRP Highlight Reel

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Learn more about MSRP from interns who have participated.

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Program Features

Weekly seminars on issues directly related to the academic, personal, and professional growth of interns
Social outings (boat cruise, visits to Boston area)
Preparation of an abstract, research paper, and graduate school statement of purpose
Poster presentation at the end of the program

Apply to be a Part of the 2026 Cohort

As we mark our 40th anniversary, we invite you to be part of this legacy. Spend the summer (June 8 – August 8, 2026), conducting cutting edge research alongside world-renowned faculty, building community with fellow scholars, and gaining the tools to thrive in graduate school and beyond.

Ready to take the next step in your academic journey? Apply by January 20, 2026

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MIT Summer Research Program - MIT Office of Graduate Education

The MIT Summer Research Program (MSRP) seeks to promote graduate education as a meaningful and attainable goal; broaden perspectives and participation in research and innovation; prepare and recruit talented undergraduates for graduate programs at MIT and beyond.

Students who participate in this program will be better prepared and motivated to pursue advanced degrees, thereby helping to sustain a rich talent pool in critical areas of research and innovation.

2024 MSRP Highlight Reel

Program Features

Apply to be a Part of the 2026 Cohort