The Langley Aerospace Research Student Scholars (LARSS) Program is a paid, unique, and highly competitive research internship program for undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). For 25 years, the LARSS program has helped to preserve U.S. leadership in engineering and science by providing exceptional students the opportunity to work with Langley researchers on some of the Nation’s most important, difficult, and challenging problems that require multi-disciplinary and collaborative solutions.
The 15-week fall session begins September 4, 2012, and ends December 14, 2012, and the application deadline is May 25, 2012.
Female students and under-represented minorities, first-generation college students, and students from economically-disadvantaged backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Eligibility Requirements:
-US Citizenship
-Full-time student status at an accredited U.S. college or university
-Classification as a rising undergraduate junior or senior, or graduate student (master's or doctoral level) by the start of the summer session
-Cumulative 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale
For more information, application, and deadlines, please visit: http://www.nianet.org/larss
Showing posts with label REU. Show all posts
Showing posts with label REU. Show all posts
Monday, February 13, 2012
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
Bioprocess Engineering for Sustainability REU at Virginia Tech, Deadline: March 22, 2012
Bioprocess Engineering for Sustainability - 2012 Research Experience for Undergraduates
June 4 - July 27
Virginia Tech
This National Science Foundation (NSF) sponsored Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) gives undergraduate engineering students the opportunity to perform research and participate in educational programs in bioprocess engineering (BPE) and enjoy team-building and social activities in Blacksburg, VA. Research areas include synthetic biology and metabolic/genetic engineering for biofuel and biochemical production, protein engineering for biopharmaceuticals, and sustainable biomaterials. Participants will attend the 2012 American Chemical Society Green Chemistry and Engineering Conference in Washington DC from June 18-20.
Stipend: $4,000/summer, plus room and board.
Applicants should be rising sophomores, juniors, or seniors in any engineering discipline with an interest in bioprocess engineering. Underrepresented minorities and women are particularly encouraged to apply.
Application forms can be found at: http://www.bse.vt.edu/reu
Review of applications will begin on March 23, 2012.
For more information, contact: Justin Barone, BPE NSF-REU Site Director: bpe-reu@vt.edu
Wednesday, January 11, 2012
Summer Research at UC-Berkeley, Deadline: January 31, 2012
What: Summer Research at UC Berkeley
When: June 11 - August 10, 2012
Who: United States citizens or permanent residents interested in nanoscience (primarily from the following majors: EECS, Mechanical Engineering, Bioengineering, Materials Science Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics)
Why: Work with world renowned faculty members and a graduate student mentor on research areas such as energy scavenging, sensing, electronics & wireless, and mobility. The program will provide a $4,000 stipend, room and board, travel arrangements (up to $600) and graduate school advising.
Application Deadline: January 31, 2012 (10 day grace period for supporting documents)
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
Texas A&M Undergraduate Summer Research Grant, Deadline: February 8, 2012
The Dwight Look College of Engineering at Texas A&M University invites students to apply for the 2012 Undergraduate Summer Research Grant (USRG) program. The program description and application can be found at http://essap.tamu.edu/usrg. We encourage students to apply soon as the deadline is Wednesday, February 8, 2012.
During this summer research experience, participants work closely with faculty members on current or individual research projects, attend development and GRE workshops, make a formal poster presentation of their research experience, and submit a final written report describing the results of their research.
Benefits:
-Learn about graduate school and funding opportunities
-$5,000 stipend
-Housing (or allowance)
-GRE prep workshops
-Development seminars
-Gain hands-on research experience
Eligibility:
-3.25 GPA (or higher)
-Completed Sophomore year in engineering
-Graduating no sooner than December 2012
For more information or to apply, please visit: http://essap.tamu.edu/usrg
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Human Computer Interaction REU at Iowa State University, Deadline: February 15, 2012
The Human Computer Interaction Graduate Program at Iowa State University hosts a summer Undergraduate Research Experience, sponsored by the National Science Foundation. This is a ten week internship where students take short courses in HCI and work in interdisciplinary teams on research projects. Housing and meals are provided, as well as a $5000 stipend.
More information about this program can be found at http://www.hci.iastate.edu/REU/
The application deadline is February 15, 2012.
More information about this program can be found at http://www.hci.iastate.edu/REU/
The application deadline is February 15, 2012.
REU at Cornell University, Deadline: March 1, 2012
CU LSAMP-R is a paid summer research opportunity that provides undergraduate participants with the opportunity to work with distinguished faculty and staff as well as network with others in their field of interest through weekly luncheons.
Undergraduate students, interested in gaining a deeper understanding in an engineering-related field, have the opportunity to conduct and present research over a ten-week duration under the auspices of a Cornell Engineering faculty research mentor. Through this one-on-one partnership, participants will gain theoretical knowledge and practical training in academic research and scientific experimentation. CU LSAMP-R was developed to aid in the retention of traditionally underrepresented minority groups in the sciences, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
CU LSAMP-R offers participants:
-A research stipend of $3,400
-A round-trip travel stipend up to $300 for students living outside of Ithaca, NY
-A double room in a residential hall
-A campus bus pass or a campus parking pass
-Access to state-of-the-art laboratories, libraries, computer/study lounges, etc.
Please visit http://www.engineering.cornell.edu/diversity/summer/lsamp.cfm for more information about the program and to apply.
Application deadline: March 1, 2012.
Inquiries, please contact:
Jami P. Joyner
Associate Director
Diversity Programs in Engineering
Presidential Award Recipient for Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Engineering Mentoring
Cornell University, College of Engineering
Phone: 607.255.6403
Email: dpeng@cornell.edu
Undergraduate students, interested in gaining a deeper understanding in an engineering-related field, have the opportunity to conduct and present research over a ten-week duration under the auspices of a Cornell Engineering faculty research mentor. Through this one-on-one partnership, participants will gain theoretical knowledge and practical training in academic research and scientific experimentation. CU LSAMP-R was developed to aid in the retention of traditionally underrepresented minority groups in the sciences, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
CU LSAMP-R offers participants:
-A research stipend of $3,400
-A round-trip travel stipend up to $300 for students living outside of Ithaca, NY
-A double room in a residential hall
-A campus bus pass or a campus parking pass
-Access to state-of-the-art laboratories, libraries, computer/study lounges, etc.
Please visit http://www.engineering.cornell.edu/diversity/summer/lsamp.cfm for more information about the program and to apply.
Application deadline: March 1, 2012.
Inquiries, please contact:
Jami P. Joyner
Associate Director
Diversity Programs in Engineering
Presidential Award Recipient for Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Engineering Mentoring
Cornell University, College of Engineering
Phone: 607.255.6403
Email: dpeng@cornell.edu
REU at the Materials Research Science and Engineering Center at Northwestern University, Deadline: February 15, 2012
The Materials Research Science and Engineering Center (MRSEC) at Northwestern University offers a 9-week, paid summer research experience for undergraduates. The students are paired up with some of the leading research professors in science and engineering fields. Research areas include ceramics, nanocomposites, photonics, nanoparticles, and molecular electronics. While there are many REU programs, the NU-MRSEC stands out in offering students an interdisciplinary research experience. Students currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in science or engineering who are US citizens or permanent residents are eligible. The program dates this year are June 18 to August 17, 2012.
Applications are due Feb. 15, 2012. Participants are paid a $4500 stipend and a travel allowance and on-campus housing is provided. For more information, please visit our website:
http://www.mrsec.northwestern.edu/content/educational_programs/reu.htm
If you have any questions, please contact our program assistant, Nic Tat at mrc-reu@northwestern.edu, 847-491-3606.
Applications are due Feb. 15, 2012. Participants are paid a $4500 stipend and a travel allowance and on-campus housing is provided. For more information, please visit our website:
http://www.mrsec.northwestern.edu/content/educational_programs/reu.htm
If you have any questions, please contact our program assistant, Nic Tat at mrc-reu@northwestern.edu, 847-491-3606.
HARP REU at the University of Hawaii-Manoa, Deadline: February 15, 2012
HARP is a summer research experience for undergraduates sponsored by NSF at University of Hawaii, Mānoa. The program offers competitive benefits and the opportunity to work on exciting and relevant projects with world-class experts.
Engineering or Science undergraduates with a minimum 3.0 GPA and a strong interest in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and High Performance Computing (HPC) should apply. All work will be done from the campus at Honolulu, HI. The students will receive a generous stipend, and travel to and from Hawai‘i will be provided.
Applicants can apply at http://reu.eng.hawaii.edu/harp/.
Engineering or Science undergraduates with a minimum 3.0 GPA and a strong interest in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and High Performance Computing (HPC) should apply. All work will be done from the campus at Honolulu, HI. The students will receive a generous stipend, and travel to and from Hawai‘i will be provided.
Applicants can apply at http://reu.eng.hawaii.edu/harp/.
REU at Smart Lighting Engineering Research Center, Deadline: February 29, 2012
The SMART LIGHTING ENGINEERING RESEARCH CENTER (ERC) is an integrated research, education, and technology transfer center funded by the National Science Foundation and NYSTAR. The Center is developing technologies to revolutionize lighting that provides unparalleled benefits in energy conservation, human health and safety, and high speed information and access. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, NY is the lead institution for the Smart Lighting ERC, partnering with Boston University and the University of New Mexico.
Each summer the ERC supports a 10-week research program for visiting undergraduate researchers who are valued members of one of multiple research groups within the Smart Lighting ERC. Participants attend all research group meetings for an understanding of how their project fits into the goals of the research group and the Center. Participants also attend weekly seminars, field trips, and lab tours with a community of undergraduate summer research scholars who are participating in other summer REU programs at Rensselaer. Midway through the program, each participant presents a 10-minute oral progress report and submits a written progress report. During the last week of the program, participants will present at a REU Symposium and prepare a final written report based on his/her summer research accomplishments. Participants have full use of Institute, departmental, and group facilities, including libraries, computer facilities, technical shops, recreational and sports facilities, and more.
For more information on specific research projects, please visit the Smart Lighting website at http://smartlighting.rpi.edu/education/REU%20Details.shtml
For additional information, contact Smart Lighting Summer REU Program Director:
Elizabeth Herkenham
School of Engineering, room 5010
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
110 8th Street
Troy, NY 12180-3590
Tel (518) 276-8387
Herkee2@rpi.edu
Each summer the ERC supports a 10-week research program for visiting undergraduate researchers who are valued members of one of multiple research groups within the Smart Lighting ERC. Participants attend all research group meetings for an understanding of how their project fits into the goals of the research group and the Center. Participants also attend weekly seminars, field trips, and lab tours with a community of undergraduate summer research scholars who are participating in other summer REU programs at Rensselaer. Midway through the program, each participant presents a 10-minute oral progress report and submits a written progress report. During the last week of the program, participants will present at a REU Symposium and prepare a final written report based on his/her summer research accomplishments. Participants have full use of Institute, departmental, and group facilities, including libraries, computer facilities, technical shops, recreational and sports facilities, and more.
For more information on specific research projects, please visit the Smart Lighting website at http://smartlighting.rpi.edu/education/REU%20Details.shtml
For additional information, contact Smart Lighting Summer REU Program Director:
Elizabeth Herkenham
School of Engineering, room 5010
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
110 8th Street
Troy, NY 12180-3590
Tel (518) 276-8387
Herkee2@rpi.edu
REU at the Center for Energy Efficient Electronics Science (UC-Berkeley), Deadline: Feburary 1, 2012
The Center for Energy Efficient Electronics Science (E3S) at the University of California, Berkeley will host its annual Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) from June 11 – August 12, 2012. This program is open to current sophomores, juniors and non-graduating seniors, majoring in Physical Sciences and Engineering and with a minimum GPA of 3.25. In particular, applicants from under-represented minority communities are encouraged to apply.
Our REU program introduces energy efficient electronics science to undergraduates who are motivated by science and engineering. We have research programs in nanoelectronics, nanomechanics, nanophotonics and nanomagnetics. Summer researchers have the opportunity to join E3S researchers who are working in a collaborative and innovative environment to make fundamental breakthroughs in the underlying physics, chemistry, and material science of electronics systems.
The program offers each participant nine weeks of research experience in the laboratory of an E3S faculty member at Berkeley that will include a research paper and a poster presentation of the research outcomes. In addition to participating in cutting edge electrical engineering and physics research projects, the program also offers educational activities including seminars, laboratory tours and field trips, as well as one-on-one advice regarding graduate school programs, the process to apply for fellowship, and a GRE prep course.
Additional program details, applicant requirements and the online application can be found on the web at: http://www.e3s-center.org/REU2012.htm
Applications must be postmarked or submitted online by February 1, 2012.
Any inquiries should be addressed to our E3S Education Director, Sharnnia Artis at sartis@eecs.berkeley.edu or 510-664-4467.
Our REU program introduces energy efficient electronics science to undergraduates who are motivated by science and engineering. We have research programs in nanoelectronics, nanomechanics, nanophotonics and nanomagnetics. Summer researchers have the opportunity to join E3S researchers who are working in a collaborative and innovative environment to make fundamental breakthroughs in the underlying physics, chemistry, and material science of electronics systems.
The program offers each participant nine weeks of research experience in the laboratory of an E3S faculty member at Berkeley that will include a research paper and a poster presentation of the research outcomes. In addition to participating in cutting edge electrical engineering and physics research projects, the program also offers educational activities including seminars, laboratory tours and field trips, as well as one-on-one advice regarding graduate school programs, the process to apply for fellowship, and a GRE prep course.
Additional program details, applicant requirements and the online application can be found on the web at: http://www.e3s-center.org/REU2012.htm
Applications must be postmarked or submitted online by February 1, 2012.
Any inquiries should be addressed to our E3S Education Director, Sharnnia Artis at sartis@eecs.berkeley.edu or 510-664-4467.
REU at the Center of Integrated Nanomechanical Systems (UC-Berkeley), Deadline: January 31, 2012
The Center of Integrated Nanomechanical Systems (COINS) at UC Berkeley is accepting applications for our summer research program. Below are the highlights as well as an attached flyer. Would you please distribute to any students and student organizations you think might be interested?
What: Summer Research at UC Berkeley
When: June 11-August 10, 2012
Who: US Citizens and Permanent residents interested in Nanoscience (primarily from the following majors: EECS, Mechanical Engineering, Bioengineering, Materials Science Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Toxicology)
Why: Work with a world renowned faculty member and a graduate student mentor on such research areas as energy scavenging, sensing, electronics & wireless, and mobility. The program will provide a $4,000 stipend, room and board, travel arrangements (up to $500) and graduate school advising.
Application Deadline: January 31, 2012
Website: http://susanb.physics.berkeley.edu/coins/?page_id=27
Contact: Meltem Erol, merol@berkeley.edu or 510-643-7380 for questions or further information.
What: Summer Research at UC Berkeley
When: June 11-August 10, 2012
Who: US Citizens and Permanent residents interested in Nanoscience (primarily from the following majors: EECS, Mechanical Engineering, Bioengineering, Materials Science Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Toxicology)
Why: Work with a world renowned faculty member and a graduate student mentor on such research areas as energy scavenging, sensing, electronics & wireless, and mobility. The program will provide a $4,000 stipend, room and board, travel arrangements (up to $500) and graduate school advising.
Application Deadline: January 31, 2012
Website: http://susanb.physics.berkeley.edu/coins/?page_id=27
Contact: Meltem Erol, merol@berkeley.edu or 510-643-7380 for questions or further information.
Monday, November 22, 2010
Internships, Fellowships, Scholarships, and REUs Abound at the NSF and NASA!
The National Science Foundation (NSF) and NASA host a variety of internships, fellowships, scholarships, and REUs nationwide to a wide range of STEM fields and related disciplines! These opportunities are open to undergraduate students and graduates alike.
For more information, please check out SOLAR, the one-stop shop to apply for these opportunities: http://intern.nasa.gov/
There are also over 450 REUs and 150+ Post-Doctoral opportunities to be found at www.pathwaystoscience.org.
For more information, please check out SOLAR, the one-stop shop to apply for these opportunities: http://intern.nasa.gov/
There are also over 450 REUs and 150+ Post-Doctoral opportunities to be found at www.pathwaystoscience.org.
Friday, October 8, 2010
REU: "Engineering Biological Machines." Deadline: February 15, 2011.
Get involved in the "Engineering Biological Machines" REU (Research Experience for Undergraduates) this summer! The REU has locations at MIT, Georgia Tech, and the University of Illinois. This 10-week program is full time, offers a generous stipend and travel allowance, as well as all food and housing expenses.
By combining scientific and engineering methods, students will:
-Use stem cells to create biological machines.
-Create 3D cellular structures for new drug discoveries.
-Develop research for environmental health applications.
Who Should Apply?
-Any undergraduate student majoring in biology, chemistry, physics, computer science, mathematics, or related engineering field.
-Students from underrepresented minority groups and women are strongly encouraged to apply.
-US citizenship or permanent residency is required.
The application and more information is available at http://www.ebics.net/ Or contact Tia Jackson-Truitt, EBICS Program Manager, at Tia.Jackson@gatech.edu or 404-894-9669.
Application deadline is February 15, 2011.
By combining scientific and engineering methods, students will:
-Use stem cells to create biological machines.
-Create 3D cellular structures for new drug discoveries.
-Develop research for environmental health applications.
Who Should Apply?
-Any undergraduate student majoring in biology, chemistry, physics, computer science, mathematics, or related engineering field.
-Students from underrepresented minority groups and women are strongly encouraged to apply.
-US citizenship or permanent residency is required.
The application and more information is available at http://www.ebics.net/ Or contact Tia Jackson-Truitt, EBICS Program Manager, at Tia.Jackson@gatech.edu or 404-894-9669.
Application deadline is February 15, 2011.
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