OpenFieldMcMaster Engineering Co-op & Undergraduate Student Research Awards (USRA)
Paid research and industrial internships connecting student engineers with leading research laboratories and high-technology ventures across southern Ontario's innovation corridor.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Minimum cumulative average of 75% in engineering or science coursework.
- English language proficiency
- Enrollment in good academic standing.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Resume and technical transcript showing relevant project achievements.
- Recommendation letters
- Endorsement by departmental co-op office.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Salaried placements: CAD $6,000 to $11,000 per 4-month academic term based on program level
- Application fee
- Free application for enrolled McMaster students
- Tuition / joining costs
- Standard co-op enrollment fee applies.
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- March 1, 2027 (Summer research and industrial placement matching deadline)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-14
Important verification note
Facts reflect official McMaster University documentation reviewed 2026-10-14. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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