A Master's
That Matters
Accelerate Your Career
The Knight Campus Graduate Internship Program equips master's students with the real‑world scientific and professional skills that launch meaningful careers in research and industry.
Choose Your Path
With five focused tracks, our master's program blends applied coursework, immersive lab experience and a 9-month paid internship. We don't just train scientists, we cultivate collaborative problem-solvers ready with the technical skills they need to succeed in fast-paced, team-driven careers in industry and government labs.
Bioinformatics & Genomics
Combine computer science and statistics to analyze and interpret omics and other biological data to drive advances in biology, biotechnology, and precision medicine, improve human health, and accelerate discovery.
Typical student backgrounds:
Career Paths:
- ✓ Biological Data Scientist
- ✓ Bioinformatics Engineer or Scientist
- ✓ Computational Biologist
Molecular Sensors and Biotechnology
Typical student backgrounds:
Career Paths:
- ✓ Product Development Chemist
- ✓ Research Chemist
- ✓ Research Engineer
Optics
Typical student backgrounds:
Career Paths:
- ✓ Optical Engineer
- ✓ Laser Engineer
- ✓ Photonics Research Engineer
Polymers
Use chemistry to design and understand materials. This interdisciplinary field encompasses organic chemistry, materials science, and engineering to create and characterize materials with real-world applications.
Typical student backgrounds:
Career Paths:
- ✓ Polymer Chemist
- ✓ Materials Engineer
- ✓ R&D Chemist
Semiconductors
Typical student backgrounds:
Career Paths:
- ✓ Process Engineer
- ✓ Application Engineer
- ✓ Yield or Quality Engineer
Why This Program Works
Hear from students about their experience in the Knight Campus Graduate Internship Program.
Bioinformatics Track
Jessica Martinez
"The Knight Campus program opened doors I never knew existed. My internship at Intel turned into a full-time position!"
Bioinformatics Track
Amelia Dayton
"All of the group work prepared me to be a strong, flexible member of my team who is ready for anything!"
Sensors Track
Aisha Patel
"Working with my cohort and mentors has been transformative. We're not just classmates—we're a community."
PolymerS Track
Michael Chen
"The hands-on research opportunities and industry connections made this program an invaluable investment in my future."
98%
Historical graduation rate since 1998
$72.5K
Average annualized internship compensation for 2024 cohort
80+
Hiring Partners
in the Last 5 Years
90%
Graduates who are employed in their field within three months
An Investment in Your Future
The Knight Campus program delivers exceptional value with competitive tuition, funding opportunities, and strong ROI through high-demand career placement.
Complete your degree
Average annualized internship
compensation for 2024 cohort
Receive paying internships
Receive funding, grants or scholarships
Funding Opportunities
9-month Paid Internship
The average annualized internship compensation for the past year is $72,500.
Inclusion and Diversity Scholarships
All applicants to the Knight Campus Graduate Internship Program are encouraged to apply for this unique scholarship opportunity sponsored by corporate partner MKS Instruments.
Workforce Ready Training Fellowship and Oregon Pathways to Industry Research Careers Scholarship
Programs that supports academically talented students with high financial need.
KCGIP General Scholarship
All students admitted to the Knight Campus Graduate Internship Program are eligible for this scholarship. Overall strength of program application will be used as a consideration for award conferral.
Recent Internships
Our students have secured paid internships at leading companies and research institutions across all five specialized tracks.
Semiconductors
- MKS Instruments (ESI)
- Wolfspeed
- iMEC
- Analog Devices
- Thermo Fisher Scientific
- Qorvo
- Oregon Physics
- Keysight Technologies
- Lumotive
- HRL Laboratories
- Lam Research
- TSMC
Molecular Sensors and Biotechnology
- Los Alamos National Laboratory
- Synthepor
- Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
- Lonza
- Thermo Fisher Scientific
- Catalent
- Oregon Health and Sciences University
- Covalent Metrology
Optics
- Thermo Fisher Scientific
- Trillium Engineering
- Radiall
- Coastal Connections
- Ouster
- Oregon Physics
- UO Physics
- MKS Instruments (Spectra Physics)
- Los Alamos National Laboratory
- Lumotive
- Quantinuum
- Covalent Metrology
- Sierra Olympia
Polymers
- Lonza
- Hewlett Packard
- Willamette Valley Company
- LANXESS
- Los Alamos National Laboratory
- Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
- Bend Bioscience
- Qorvo
- Edulis Labs
- Fujifilm/Boeing
- UO KCGIP
Bioinformatics
- UO Biology
- UO Knight Campus Bioengineering
- Fred Hutch Cancer Center
- Sanford Burnham Prebys
- University of Albany RNA Institute
- Allen Institute
- St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
- Lawrence Livermore National Lab
- Oregon Health and Sciences University
- BillionToOne
- Etalon Diagnostics
- Novartis
- Learnewable
- UT Austin
- Virginia Commonwealth University
- Johannes Gutenberg University
- Stowers Institute for Medical Research
More Than Just Lectures
Our program is designed around hands-on learning and real-world application. You'll work alongside faculty while building a large and lasting professional network.
Small Cohort Model
Work closely with 13-25 peers in your cohort, fostering deep connections and collaborative learning.
Advanced Research Facilities
Access state-of-the-art laboratories and equipment used by leading scientists in your field.
Community of Mentorship
Provides networking opportunities, professional development, and access to a robust alumni network.
See What's Happening
Explore the latest stories, events, and achievements across our program.
Ready to Start Your Journey?
Applications for Summer 2026 are now open. Join the Knight Campus Graduate Internship Program and transform your career.
Application Deadline: February 15, 2026 | Start Date: June 2026