Interested in joining us as a graduate student? Please visit UTEP’s graduate program page.
Interested in joining us as an undergraduate or post-bacc volunteer? Check out the requirements and submit your application below.
What we are looking for:
Minimum GPA of 3.0
Sophomore standing or higher
Ability to commit at least 8 hours per week and at least 2 semesters to the lab
Attendance at weekly lab meeting (Fridays at 11:00)
Interest in research in the criminal justice system
Strong work ethic and desire to learn
Volunteer research assistants usually begin by learning the basics of research: data entry, literature reviews, and transcription of probation meetings. Advanced research assistants may have the opportunity to undertake more complex research tasks, such as interviewing research participants, conducting data analysis, and contributing to conference presentations. Paid positions, when available, are reserved for students who have volunteered in the lab for one semester or more.
What we offer:
Research experience and professional development
Upper division course credit (Independent Research)
Letter of recommendation for graduate/law school
Advancement into paid positions, off-site internships, and supervisory roles when available
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