Research Preparation Program (RPP)
Project RAISE facilitates the Research Preparation Program (RPP) for students to learn about, prepare for, pursue, and participate in meaningful research opportunities in STEM fields.
RPP is offered to students that participate in the RAISE Transfer Program (RTP) throughout the academic year. RPP will help students apply learning from their classroom and laboratories to the workplace and research settings, build a professional network, and gain skills needed to find research opportunities.
Research Prep Program Services:
- Develop your resume and cover letter
- Prepare for interviews
- Practice your networking skills
- Enhance your LinkedIn profile
- Build and maintain a strong personal brand
- Develop learning goals for your research experience
Project RAISE Research Preparation Program (RPP) Interest Form
Project RAISE has this preparation program to help students apply learning from their classroom and laboratory to the workplace, build a professional network, visit potential employers, and gain skills needed to find research experiences at CSUF and beyond.
Complete the interest form linked below to get started!
Click below for information for how to identify, prepare for, and pursue undergraduate research:
Undergraduate Research Opportunities and Resources
Sections include:
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Introduction to undergraduate research programs
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Research opportunities at 4 year institutions
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STEM organizations and conferences
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Sharing your research
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Upcoming events
Fall 2026 Workshops & Activities
The Fall 2025 semester we will be hosting a mix of in-person and virtual workshops. Please join our virtual workshops by clicking the links below. The links will navigate you to a brief registration page before you join our meeting.
Note: Our meetings are open to the first 300 attendees. Please join us early to ensure your spot in the meeting.
PITCH PERFECT, STEM EDITION
Curious about internships and research oppotunities
Get STEM Expo ready! Learn from Matias, one of our Peer Advisors, as he helps you create and practice your elevator pithc so you can confidently introduce yourself and connect with employers!
Date: Wednessday, September 30
Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Location: McCarthy Hall 525 (Transfer Resource Center)
MORE THAN A LAB COAT: BIOLOGY & BIOCHEMISTRY CAREER PATHS
Where can a Biology or Biochemistry degree take you? Explore traditional and unexpected career paths, from resewarch and healthcare to cosmectics and beyond, and discover how your STEM skills can open doors to careers you may not have considered!
Date: Thursday, October 15
Time: 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting ID: 845 4927 6734)
DECODE THE JOB SEARCH
LINKEDIN - BUILD YOUR STEM BRAND
CYBERSECURITY 101
