✔️ Program Dates: June 22 – August 21, 2026
✔️ Organizer: Institute for Pure and Applied Mathematics (IPAM) at UCLA
🎅 Program Description
RIPS is a prestigious summer research program for undergraduate students (and recent graduates). Participants work on real-world industrial projects in teams. They are guided by an academic mentor and a representative from a partner company.
📎 The program offers a unique opportunity to:
🔵 Participate in solving complex scientific and mathematical problems relevant to companies and organizations.
🔴 Develop skills in teamwork, data analysis, modeling, and presenting results.
🔵Gain practical experience by applying knowledge from mathematics, computer science, and other technical fields.
☃️ Main Project Areas
Projects are provided by partner companies from various sectors, such as:
🌼 Technology and Programming
🌼 Financial Analysis
🌼 Bioengineering
🌼 Environmental Research
🌼 Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence
🔖Each team consists of 4 students, one mentor, and a company representative.
❓ Who Can Apply?
😎 Undergraduate students (3rd–4th year) or recent graduates (class of 2025).
😎 Minimum English level: IELTS 6.5
😎 Students with a strong academic background in mathematics, computer science, statistics, or related fields.
🐎 Benefits for Participants
⏩️ Stipend: Participants receive a $4,000 stipend.
⏩️ Covered Expenses: The program covers accommodation, meals, and travel.
⏩️ Professional Development: Experience working with leading companies, including Amazon, Google, and US government organizations.
⏩️ Opportunity to publish results and participate in conferences.
⏩️ Unique networking experience with experts in applied sciences.
🎅 Accommodation and Atmosphere
💥 Participants live in UCLA dormitories.
💥 The campus offers modern amenities: gyms, libraries, cafes.
⭐️ The program includes excursions, workshops, and informal events.
❓ How to Apply?
1⃣ Fill out the online application: Visit the official IPAM RIPS website.
2⃣ Prepare the necessary documents:
◦ Resume (CV);
◦ Academic transcript;
◦ Letter of recommendation from a professor;
◦ Motivation letter describing your goals and expectations.
3⃣ Application Deadline: February 3, 2026.
🎄The RIPS 2026 program is a unique chance to develop your professional skills, work on real projects, and open new career horizons. Don't miss the opportunity to be part of a team changing the world of technology and science!
🖥 Official Website:
https://www.ipam.ucla.edu
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