For Undergraduate Students
The King Center provides undergraduate students with opportunities to engage in world-class research, gain international experience, and get involved in the center's work.
From conducting field research in low- and middle- income countries on faculty-led projects to taking part in King Center events, Stanford undergraduates are important participants in the King Center’s mission to produce significant research on global poverty and development and have real-world impact.
Academic Year Part-Time Undergraduate Research Fellow Program
Stanford undergraduate students can apply for part-time research fellow positions with King Center affiliated faculty and researchers working on topics related to global development.
Explore current research opportunitiesRonald I. McKinnon Memorial Fellowship
The Ronald I. McKinnon Memorial Fellowship honors Stanford economics professor Ronald McKinnon’s memory by funding outstanding research projects for Stanford economics majors writing an honors thesis in international economics, international finance, or economic development. Applications are due in spring quarter.
Learn more about the McKinnon fellowshipStudent Groups
The King Center supports Stanford student groups on campus to foster collaboration among students and to build community across campus.
Learn more about affiliated student groupsGlobal Development Research Symposium
The King Center invites Stanford undergraduate students to showcase their work by presenting a poster at our annual symposium, and connect with other scholars in the global development community.
Learn more about the symposium