# Summer and Winter Research Programs

**Source**: https://indigenous-engagement.uq.edu.au/research/summer-and-winter-research-programs
**Parent**: https://indigenous-engagement.uq.edu.au/engage

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies Unit's summer and winter research program provides Indigenous students with the opportunity to gain practical research experience while working alongside some of UQ's leading Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander academics and researchers.

## What to expect

By participating in a research program, you'll take part in a project that will help you gain valuable academic and professional experience, develop analytical and critical thinking, and have the chance to create networks with industry and academic contacts.

As a research scholar, you'll receive a scholarship equivalent of $3000 over the 6-week program (12 January to 20 February 2026).

To find out more about the UQ Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies (ATISIS) Unit and DVCIE Research Projects, please see the [January 2026 Project Descriptions](https://indigenous-engagement.uq.edu.au/sites/default/files/2025-09/2026%20Summer%20Research%20Program%20Projects_ATSIS%20Unit%20and%20DVICIE%20-%20FINAL_0.pdf).

## Who can apply

You're eligible if you're:

- an undergraduate, honours, or master's by coursework student
- have completed at least 2 years of study
- are currently enrolled at the time of application.

**Applications open 22 September (and close on 12 October)****.** Information can also be found on the [Student Enrichment and Employability Development (SEED) website](https://employability.uq.edu.au/summer-winter-research).

## [Apply Now](https://employability.uq.edu.au/summer-winter-research/apply)