Undergraduate UROP Researcher - Anonymous employee MIT Employee Review

5.0
Nov 5, 2015
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Pros

Great working environment and experience as well as pay. The people you work with are really passionate about their fields and are willing to teach you everything you need.

Cons

The job can be stressful at times with various deadlines always approaching and there is usually some delay when it comes to getting direct funding through the UROP office,

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5.0
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Cons

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4.0
Jun 26, 2026
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Pros

High quality core facilities and well resourced labs. Countless brilliant colleagues who can serve as mentors and collaborators

Cons

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