Summer Internships - Jobs

New for Summer 2010:
 

All Mesa Majors

All Research Experiences for Undergraduate
(REU) Programs

http://www.nsf.gov/crssprgm/reu/reu_search.cfm

Center of Integrated Nanomechanical Systems (COINS) Program at UC Berkeley
Deadline is February 1, 2010

MESA Community College Students are encouraged to apply to this program

Summer Research in Nanotech and Nanoscience at UC Berkeley

This program is designed for highly motivated students with interests in nanotechnology and nanoscience. Interns are matched with a COINS lab to work on a project as part of the research team. In addition to daily engagement in the lab, interns attend a weekly seminar, participate in a workshop on the graduate school application process, develop a scientific paper, and produce a poster for presentation of their research. The 8-week program (mid-June to mid-August 15) includes mentoring from faculty, graduate students, and post docs; a stipend; social activities; and on-campus room and board.
 
Applicants must be a US citizen or permanent resident.
http://mint.physics.berkeley.edu/coinsdev2/joomla/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=116&Itemid=27

Summer Research at Princeton
Princeton Institute for Science and Technology of Materials
Princeton Center for Complex Materials
Research Experience for Undergraduates
Application

MESA Community College Students are encouraged to apply to this program

The Princeton Institute for the Science and Technology of Materials (PRISM) and the Princeton Center for Complex Materials (PCCM) are sponsoring research opportunities for undergraduates in disciplines related to Materials Science summer of 2010. Potential projects span a broad range of topics under the guidance of faculty from the departments of Physics, Chemistry, Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, and Civil and Environmental Engineering. The research topics are chosen each year to complement the research of faculty associated with the Princeton Center for Complex Materials.

 http://www.princeton.edu/~pccm/outreach/reu.htm

Online Application
 https://pccmapps.princeton.edu/REU/application.php

Research Internships in Science and Engineering
2010 Summer Internships (RISE)

MESA Community College Students are encouraged to apply to this program 

The Materials Research Laboratory (MRL) and the College of Engineering at the University of California Santa Barbara are seeking undergraduate science and engineering majors who are interested in pursuing a research experience. This internship program will bring undergraduate students from around the country to the UC Santa Barbara campus for a 10-week summer research experience. Interns will gain first-hand experience in scientific investigation in a dynamic, collaborative research environment. They will be matched individually with faculty and graduate student lab mentors from the MRL, the College of Engineering, and other UCSB departments. Mentors provide one-on-one training and support for the research project. In addition to research, the interns also participate in weekly group meetings to develop oral presentation skills, attend special seminars and present their results at an end-of-summer poster session.

http://www.mrl.ucsb.edu/mrl/outreach/educational/RISE/appinfo/RISESum10.html

Mentoring Summer Research
Internship Program (MSRIP)
Deadline is February 19, 2010 (Program Dates: June 21 to August 13, 2010)

MESA Community College Students are encouraged to apply to this program 

MSRIP is an 8-week summer internship program at the University of California, Riverside designed to increase the number of outstanding undergraduates from diverse backgrounds who seek to pursue a Ph.D by strengthening their academic and professional development for admission to graduate school.  UCR provides internships in all areas of the university ranging from the physical, biological, and agricultural sciences, chemical/environmental and bioengineering, to the social sciences, humanities and education.  MSRIP has attracted students from the University of California system as well as from Princeton, Yale, Harvard Xavier University, Morehouse, Clark Atlanta, and Stanford.  MSRIP allows students to conduct research in the area of their interest and offers a competitive stipend, room and board (as appropriate), GRE preparation courses, and professional development workshops.

• Complete the MSRIP application at:  www.graduate.ucr.edu/MSRIP.html
   
  Submit unofficial college transcripts (including F08 grades) and
  Provide two letters of reccommendation
  

US Department of Energy
Community College Institute

MESA Community College Students are encouraged to apply to this program

This program places students from community colleges in paid internships in Science and Engineering and Technology at any of several different locations (see below). Because of the comprehensive nature of this program many of the participants have felt it has had an enormous influence on their careers. Students work with scientists or engineers on projects related to the laboratories' research programs. Students attend career planning and training/informational sessions. The different laboratories each offer different research opportunities. Click on the links below to learn about summer research opportunities for Community College MESA students.

http://www.scied.science.doe.gov/SciEd/CCI/choose.html

Argonne National Laboratory

Brookhaven National Laboratory

Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory

Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

Engineering Majors

National Association of Corrosion Engineers
Deadline is January 1, 2010

Easy Scholarship:  Last year we only had 4 applicants for the LA SECTION Scholarship.  Odds at winning are high per submission!  The scholarships available are listed below.  Most awards are $1,000 to $2,000 just for writing an essay.  They are not only for college students!

NACE FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS

NACE Foundation Academic Scholarship

http://www.nace-foundation.org/Scholarships/NACEFoundationAcademicScholarship/tabid/67/Default.aspx

NACE Foundation Book Scholarship Program 

http://www.nace-foundation.org/LinkClick.aspx?link=71&tabid=57
 
Melvin J. Schiff Fellowship Fund — NACE Los Angeles Section

http://www.nace-foundation.org/Scholarships/MelvinJSchiffFellowshipFund/tabid/75/Default.aspx

Hans Schmoldt Scholarship in Cathodic Protection

http://www.nace-foundation.org/Scholarships/HansSchmoldtScholarship/tabid/76/Default.aspx

MTI - Bert Krisher Memorial Scholarship 

http://www.nace-foundation.org/Scholarships/MTIBertKrisherMemorialScholarship/tabid/82/Default.aspx

Melvin C. Miller Memorial Scholarship   NEW FOR 2010!

http://www.nace-foundation.org/Scholarships/MCMillerMemorialScholarship/tabid/145/Default.aspx

Travel Assistance Program 
Past Scholarship Recipients

Send all required materials to:

NACE Foundation Scholarship Program
1440 South Creek Drive
Houston, Texas 77084-4906 USA

Telephone: (281) 228-6205
Fax: (281) 228- 6305
E-mail: Heather Lowry Heather Lowry

Good luck to all our applicants!

NACE Los Angeles Section Scholarship, $2,000.00  DEADLINE: FEB 15, 2010

The NACE International Los Angeles Section is providing a $2,000 scholarship to a LA, OC, Riverside or San Bernardino County student majoring in the sciences or engineering.  We read your essay, choose a winner, and then send a check. 

To be considered, please respond in writing to the following question:
WHY IS CORROSION CONTROL IMPORTANT IN YOUR FIELD OF STUDY?

Judging will take place during happy hour.  We like graphs, pictures and a clear structured story. 

GOOGLE “NACE LA SECTION SCHOLARSHIP” for details.

National Science Foundation Science and Technology
Center for Multiscale Modeling of Atmospheric Processes
Summer REU Program (June 1-August 6, 2010)
Deadline is March 1, 2010

The National Science Foundation Science and Technology Center for Multiscale Modeling of Atmospheric Processes (CMMAP) offers an internship which covers a broad range of research areas: climate modeling, cloud processes, atmospheric chemistry, tropical meteorology, hurricanes, climate policy, and much more.  The ten week summer internship offers a $4,500 stipend, fully paid airfare, and fully paid housing and food.  Candidates include undergraduate students majoring in Atmospheric Science, Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering, Math, Meteorology, and Physics.

To apply: http://www.cmmap.org/scienceEd/internships.html 
or Contact Melissa Burt, mburt@atmos.colostate.edu

Life Science Majors

Summer Medical and Dental Education Program

Pre Med Pre Dental Students
SUMMER MEDICAL AND DENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAM

Summer Medical and Dental Education Program (SMDEP) is a FREE (full tuition, housing, and meals) six-week summer academic enrichment program that offers freshman and sophomore college students intensive and personalized medical and dental school preparation.

       Case Western Reserve University Schools of Medicine and Dental Medicine (OH)

• Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons and College of Dental Medicine (NY)
• David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and UCLA School of Dentistry (CA)
• Duke University School of Medicine (NC)
• Howard University Colleges of Arts & Sciences, Dentistry and Medicine (DC)
• The University of Texas Dental Branch and Medical School at Houston (TX)
• UMDNJ-New Jersey Medical and New Jersey Dental Schools (NJ)
• University of Louisville Schools of Medicine and Dentistry (KY)
• University of Nebraska Medical Center, Colleges of Medicine and Dentistry (NE)
• University of Virginia School of Medicine (VA)
• University of Washington Schools of Medicine and Dentistry (WA)
• Yale University School of Medicine (CT)

SMDEP Program now online: http://www.smdep.org/progsites/start.htm

About:       http://www.smdep.org/

MORE Summer Medical and Dental Education
Program Information (SMDEP)
Deadline is March 1, 2010

The Summer Medical and Dental Education Program is a free six week summer academic enrichment program for college freshman and sophomore students who are interested in a career in medicine or dentistry.  The goal of the program is to prepare aspiring freshman and sophomores to become competitive applicants to medical and dental school.

SMDEP is implemented at the following 12 program sites across the nation.

• Case Western Reserve University Schools of Dental and Medicine

• Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons and College of Dental Medicine

• David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and UCLA School of Dentistry

• Duke University School of Medicine

• Howard University Colleges of Arts and Science, Dentistry, and Medicine

• The University of Texas Dental Branch and Medical School at Houston

• UMDNJ - New Jersey Medical and New Jersey Dental Schools

• University of Louisville Schools of Medicine and Dentistry

• Yale University School of Medicine

All Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early:

For additional information and to access the online application, visit
www.smdep.org <http://lists.aamc.org/t/35081/168735/236/0/>

Aspiringdocs.org <http://www.aspiringdocs.org/site/c.luIUL9MUJtE/b.2011035/k.C6A4/WELCOME/apps/lk/content3.aspx>

An AAMC Campaign to increase Diversity in Medicine

Summer Resarch in Molecular and
Cellular Biology at Dartmouth

MESA Community College students are encouraged to apply to this program

The Molecular and Cellular Biology Program at Dartmouth offers opportunities for undergraduates to participate in a 10 week summer research program.  Underrepresented minority students and students from institutions lacking research opportunities are strongly encouraged to apply.

http://www.dartmouth.edu/~surf/

Collaborative Research and Education in Agricultural Technologies and Engineering (CREATE) at UC Davis

MESA Community College students are strongly encouraged to apply to this program

Summer Research for aspiring engineers and scientists for careers or graduate studies in fields related to plant biotechnology at the University of California, Davis.

NSF CREATE-REU is a summer residential undergraduate research experience program focused on transgenic plants and in-vitro plant systems. CREATE stands for Collaborative Research and Education in Agricultural Technologies and Engineering and UC Davis is also home to the NSF CREATE-IGERT doctoral training program, which will provide an extended research family and pool of mentors for REU participants. Through the CREATE-REU program, students will be trained in interdisciplinary research approaches and will develop professional skills needed for success in graduate school and the workplace.

Eight trainees will be selected to participate in the CREATE-REU and will reside on campus for nine weeks (late June through mid-August). Participant housing and meals will be provided, along with a weekly stipend of $450. Additional funds to offset travel costs may be available upon request.

http://create-reu.ucdavis.edu/

Plant Genome Research Projects REU

MESA Community college students are eligible and encouraged to apply

They are seeking students early in their academic careers, hoping that an early research experience might ultimately lead them to pursue science degrees and careers.  Last year nearly 20% of their interns were from community colleges across the US.  The program provides travel, housing, some meals and a generous stipend to limit the financial barriers that many our students face.

Since 2003, undergraduate students from across the country have been coming to the Boyce Thompson Institute and Cornell University to participate in their 10-week summer internship program, By participating in PGRP summer internships, students gain a broader knowledge of plant genetics, take away a better understanding of genuine scientific research and connect with others that are interested in careers in science and research.

http://www.bti.cornell.edu/educationInternships.php

Behavioral Research Advancements
in Neuroscience (BRAIN)
Deadline is early February 2010

BRAIN 2010 is looking for candidates who are enthusiastic, hard working, detail oriented, and who want to engage in cutting edge neuroscience research. Be a part of an exciting summer research experience!

Behavioral Research Advancements in Neuroscience is the hallmark program of the undergraduate education arm of the Center for Behavioral Neuroscience (CBN), a National Science Foundation Science and Technology Center. The program consists of a 10-week summer research and education experience. BRAIN grows naturally from the scientific and education missions of CBN's member institutions, which are committed to increasing student interest in behavioral neuroscience and, ultimately, in the pursuit of research and other science careers (e.g. science policy, science education, and science journalism).

Important Dates

·         Program application posting date: November 2, 2009
Program application due date: early February 2010 (check back for specific date)
Summer Program Start Date: Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Summer Program End Date: Saturday, August 7, 2010

Program Benefits

·         An intensive, first-class research experience in the biomedical or behavioral sciences

·         Mentoring from eminent scientists at Georgia State University, Emory University, Morehouse School of Medicine, Georgia Institute of Technology, Spelman College, Clark Atlanta University, and Morehouse College

·         Weekly seminars on special topics to prepare students for success in research programs

·         The skills necessary for the successful pursuit of a doctorate degree

·         The BRAIN program provides students with a $3,000 stipend and housing on Emory University's campus. Students are, however, responsible for the majority of meals, gas (if they rent or drive a car while in Atlanta), and their travel costs to and from Atlanta.

Eligibility Criteria

·         Enrollment as a full-time student at a two- or four-year college or university.

·         Previous BRAIN participants are ineligible to apply.

·         B/C grade point average in science coursework; overall GPA of 2.7 or higher. (Exceptions to the GPA requirements may be made for those students who have had previous research experience and/or a strong sense of future goals).

·         Students may not be enrolled in any summer courses or hold a job during the duration of the BRAIN program.

·         Must be able to attend the entire BRAIN Summer Program

http://www.cbn-atl.org/education/brainapp.shtml

Biophysical Society Summer Course at the
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Deadline is March 5, 2010

Please note: students who have had two semesters of calculus level physics and at least a 3.0 gpa in their science courses are eligible.   It says Junior and senior but they will accept applications from MESA students provided that they meet this requirement.  Must be a US Citizen or US Permanent Resident.

Apply if you are interested in learning about graduate level programs, biophysics, & working with top scientists in the field. No application fee is required. Accepted students receive full scholarship, stipend, and travel grant.

Website: http://www.biophysics.org/CareerCenter/CareerResources/InternshipSummerCourse/2009SummerCourse/tabid/898/Default.aspx (See "Past Courses" link at the bottom for past course syllabi to preview program.)

APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 5, 2010

Course Title: the Biophysical Society 2010 Summer Course in Biophysics: Case Studies in the Physics of Life

Venue: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill 

Dates: May 19, 2010 - August 6, 2010

Course Director: Dr. Barry R. Lentz
Professor, Department of Biochemistry & Biophysics
Director, Program in Molecular and Cellular Biophysics

Applicant Eligibility: Open to minority & Canadian aboriginal junior and senior undergraduate students involved in the areas of quantitative sciences. Two semesters of calculus level physics and 3.0 or greater GPA in science courses are required.

Includes: Three course credits, stipend, lab experience, career counseling, and more.

The Summer Course in Biophysics is open to 12 students.

For questions regarding the Summer Course, please contact Julianna Wittig (Course Administrator) at jwittig@biophysics.org.

The Biophysical Society Summer Course in Biophysics: Case Studies in the Physics of Life is funded by The National Institute of General Medical Sciences, National Institutes of Health. [T36- GM075791]

 

Keystone Symposia

Greetings from Dr. Laina King, Ph D: 

Keystone Symposia offers scholarship and travel awards to student and postdoc conference attendees. Historically, Keystone Symposia has awarded an average of one-third of all scholarship applicants. Scholarship and abstract submission deadlines are typically four months prior to the start date of a meeting. With many deadlines fast approaching, I encourage you to take a look at our 2009-2010 conference schedule and obtain information on specific meeting deadlines: www.keystonesymposia.org/2010meetings. In addition to scholarships, student registration rates are also discounted by up to 35% (verification of student status must be provided at the time of registration). Please visit www.keystonesymposia.org/Minority  for more information on scholarships and how to apply.

Keystone Symposia on Molecular and Cellular Biology is an educational nonprofit organization that convenes open, international meetings in the biomedical and life sciences. Based on a rigorous peer review process and held in stimulating venues, the conferences provide valuable opportunities for scientists to share their ideas and results with their peers across different disciplines, forge new research collaborations, receive mentoring and support, and ultimately accelerate the pace of their research efforts.

Keystone Symposia has a vision for enhancing the participation of traditional U.S. visible ethnic minority scientists attending its conferences, as well as in the broader life sciences field. It is our belief that a more diverse research community will contribute to a broader, more dynamic perspective at the level of laboratory research where critical judgments are made. Often bringing together converging fields, resulting in stimulating interactions, the conferences are offered in multiple disciplines including:

• Biochemistry
• Cancer
• Cell Biology
• Genetics/Genomics
• Immunology
• Infectious Diseases

There are also many career-enhancing opportunities for attendees including the chance to:

·         network with world-class scientists

·         participate in scientific inquiry

·         obtain mentoring regarding career decision-making and career path progression

·         learn effective networking techniques

·         learn how to utilize networks in the planning, development and attainment of your career goals

Since speakers for short talks are selected on the basis of abstract submission, you have an excellent opportunity to gain exposure for your work via our abstract book, at a poster session and possibly through a short talk.

I will be at this year’s ABRCMS conference along with my colleagues Andy Robertson, Chris Atwood and Dana Wood, at booth #300. If you are attending, please make a note to stop by our booth, say hello, and to get more information on our scholarships.

Achieving success and accomplishing your career goals in the life sciences requires action to see the results. Take action; visit our website to find deadline information and apply for scholarships. If you have questions after the conference, feel free to contact me by email or telephone.

Sincerely,

Laina King, Ph.D.

Director, Diversity in Life Science Programs

Keystone Symposia on Molecular and Cellular Biology

Silverthorne, Colorado 80498 USA

970-262-1230

lainak@keystonesymposia.org

www.keystonesymposia.org

American Chemical Society Scholarships

African American, Native American and Hispanic students planning to pursue full-time study in a chemically-related field with outstanding academic records and a desire to pursue a career in the chemical sciences can apply for an ACS Scholars Award.

Students must be a: