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The Computer Science Summer Research Program at Harvey Mudd College provides undergraduate students with the opportunity to engage in meaningful, faculty-mentored research each summer. Participants develop technical expertise, collaborate on challenging projects, and build skills that prepare them for careers in both academia and industry. With demand for the program continuing to grow, we are committed to expanding access and supporting the next generation of computer scientists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The HMC Computer Science Summer Research Program was established in 2006.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you want to sponsor Summer Research? Check out how we can partner!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Do Summer Researchers Do?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The CS Department is committed to offering a holistic approach to summer research. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Students in our program go beyond traditional summer research\u2014they gain hands-on experience while developing the technical, collaborative, and communication skills that translate directly to both industry and academia. Throughout the summer, we intentionally invest in their professional growth through a range of structured opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One highlight is our CS Chats<\/strong> series, where faculty lead engaging sessions on topics such as research best practices, the evolution of the Internet, and effective technical communication. We are excited to expand this series by inviting alumni and industry professionals to share their perspectives and career insights with students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program also emphasizes community and connection. Students participate in group outings to Los Angeles cultural landmarks like LACMA and Griffith Observatory, while regular lunches and informal gatherings create space for collaboration and mentorship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The summer culminates in a research showcase, where students present their work through talks and a poster session\u2014building confidence in communicating complex ideas to diverse audiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Past Projects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Many of our faculty have participated in Summer Research; some of the projects include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n