TRIP Program

The Transportation Research Immersion Program

About

The Transportation Research Immersion Program (TRIP) at the Institute of Transportation Studies – University of California, Irvine (ITS-Irvine) is an eight-week paid summer program for UCI undergraduate students (rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors) and community college students to engage in transportation research. Participants are assigned to a specific transportation research project and contribute meaningfully to that project under the guidance and mentorship of an ITS Faculty Associate. No prior research experience is required.

Applications

Applications are accepted through May of each year or as space remains. UCI Undergraduates – apply on Handshake: https://uci.joinhandshake.com/login. Community College and Undergraduate Students from other institutions – send a letter of interest, resume, and unofficial transcript to Dr. Victoria Deguzman at vvdeguzm@uci.edu.

Contact

Dr. Victoria Deguzman, ITS-Irvine Assistant Director for Programs and Engagement