2026 Michigan Semiconductor Hands-On Research Experience (M-SHORE) REU
University of Michigan·Ann Arbor, MI·2026 cycle
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CONTINGENT TO FUNDING FOR 2026 UPDATE 1/16/26: After recent communication with NSF, we are not confident that we will be notified of our funding status for 2026 in time to successfully prepare and run M-SHORE this summer. Disappointingly, we have thus decided to cancel the 2026 iteration of M-SHORE. Semiconductor technology is critical to all facets of modern society, from day-to-day consumer activities to state-of-the-art defense needs. To “shore up” our domestic workforce, this REU Site: Michigan Semiconductor Hands-On Research Experience (M-SHORE) will provide opportunities for 9 students to participate in summer experiential training in nanofabrication of semiconductor materials, devices, and related technologies. The 10-week REU projects will focus on research enabled by the Lurie Nanofabrication Facility at the University of Michigan (UM). The research projects, supervised and mentored by UM faculty and graduate students, will address key research challenges in semiconductor materials and devices, focusing on two thrust areas: quantum and photonic science, and high temperature or high voltage devices. Benefits: $6,500 stipend Housing, including linens, in a UM dormitory Required application materials: Personal statement of <500 words. Use this statement to explain your interests in semiconductor technology and your career goals. Unofficial transcript. Include grades for the first academic term in the 2025-26 school year. Resume or CV (2 page max). Please list any awards or scholarships. A letter of recommendation from a mentor/advisor. Please visit our website and read the FAQ before applying: shorereu.engin.umich.edu. Questions? shore-reu@umich.edu
semiconductors, nanofabrication, cleanroom, physics, materials science, devices, applied physics, electronics, optics, photonics, sensors, energy, nanotechnology
M-SHORE is open to anyone who meets the following criteria: U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, or permanent residents of the United States At least 18 years old on 5/27/26 Enrolled in an Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree program in the U.S. or U.S. Territory Not enrolled at the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor Not finished their bachelor's degree prior to August 2026 Willing to conduct hands-on research in a clean room environment Available full-time for the entire duration of the program Ideal candidates should also demonstrate a sustained commitment to service in the academic, professional, or civic realm through their work experience, volunteer engagement, or leadership of student or community organizations. We encourage applications from the full spectrum of talent that the U.S. has to offer, including students at primarily undergraduate institutions (no PhD program), community colleges, and institutions with limited nanofabricatication facilities.
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