October Research Opportunities
4 research programs closing in October 2025, including Stantec Equity & Diversity Scholarship, Undergraduate Science Case Competition (USCC) and Pathways to Equity Bursary – Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU).
By Victoria Zhang and Kabishan Vinothan
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Every month, we share the latest research opportunities across Canada with our subscribers. This edition highlights high-impact summer research opportunities due in October–November 2025.
📅 Opportunities Due in October–November
🎓 Stantec Equity & Diversity Scholarship
For: Students from underrepresented groups pursuing degrees in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM)
Deadline: October 15, 2025
Supports underrepresented students in STEAM fields with scholarships to advance their education.
🏆 Undergraduate Science Case Competition (USCC)
For: All undergraduate students in North America (Lower & Upper Divisions)
Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Deadline: October 31, 2025
A competitive case-based event that provides undergraduates with hands-on experience in solving real-world science challenges.
💼 Pathways to Equity Bursary – Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU)
For: Equity-deserving TMU undergraduates in work-integrated learning programs
Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Deadline: October 31, 2025
Provides bursaries to support underrepresented students pursuing experiential learning opportunities at TMU.
🧪 March Break Internship Program – SciHigh
For: Grade 11 & 12 students interested in hands-on biomedical lab research
Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Applications Open: November 2025
Offers high school students a chance to gain practical laboratory experience in biomedical sciences.
🙌 Thanks for Reading!
Stay posted for more updates on research and volunteering opportunities — we share new opportunities every month.
