Too soon to research?

[DrSteven]

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Hey guys, I've recently been given the opportunity to apply for a research position at my school that would require me to work 40 hours/week this summer for a minimum of twelve weeks with a faculty mentor. Did any of you do anything like this? If so, was it fun and worth giving your whole summer up? I always planned on doing research eventually, but is it better if I get involved right now in my freshman year? Or should I postpone this to a later year? Thanks!

 

[WingedOx]

does it pay?

 

[DrSteven]

Yea it does, which is really nice. I don't know what the hourly salary is yet though.

 

[WingedOx]

Yea it does, which is really nice. I don't know what the hourly salary is yet though.

take it. how else are you going to make money this summer? Burger flipping? 👍

 

[Charles_Carmichael]

It's never too early to start conducting research if you think you'll really enjoy it. 🙂

 

[rHinO1]

The earlier you get started, the more likely your research will produce a pub or presentation by the time you graduate. However, only do it if you are interested in research.

Of course, I guess it all depends on what else you had planned for the summer...

 

[bucks2010]

Do it, unless you're going to do something better like find a universal cure for cancer.

 

[Malice]

I only read the title. Answer: no.

 

[dlee2010]

doing research as a freshman?! 😱 man I feel like I'm far behind. I would take it if it interests me 😀👍

 

[deleted357625]

yea that would be the perfect time to do it.