Summer Research Opportunities
National Summer Opportunities
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All Fields of Study
Oklahoma State University Symposium & Scholar Conference
- Students are encouraged to participate in our annual research conerenced to present their work to other undergraduate scholars from around the nation, OSU graduate students and OSU faculty.
- Application Deadline: Sunday, December 20, 2009
2010 National Network for Environmental Management Studies Fellowship Program
- Undergraduate students in academic programs related to the field of environmental protection, such as pollution control, science, engineering, technology, social science, and specialty areas.
- Under the NNEMS program, a range of fellowship activities are offered to help students increase their knowledge of environmental issues while refining their professional skills. Each year, the NNEMS program offers approximately 30 to 40 fellowships, developed and sponsored by EPA Headquarters in Washington, D.C. and in EPA’s 10 regional offices and laboratories throughout the United States.
- Application Deadline: February 5, 2010
North Texas High School and Undergraduate Research Symposium
- Undergraduate students in their chosen field of study
- One-day science fair event
- Abstract Submission/Registration Deadline: November 2, 2009; 5:00 p.m.
THC Preservation Fellows Program
- The Texas Historical Commission (THC) is seeking student applicants for its Preservation Fellows Program to promote student interest in pursuing fields of study in history, preservation, architecture, landscape architecture, archaeology, downtown revitalization, and heritage tourism.
- Fellows receive a $5,000 stipend for eight weeks of employment under the supervision of the THC.
- Applications Must Be Postmarked By: December 31, 2009
- For More Information Contact: Toni Turner, THC's Development Officer, at 512.936.2241
Society for Research on Adolescence: 2010 Young Scholars Program
- The SRA is now accepting scholar applications for the 2010 Young Scholars Program. The Program is intended to encourage and support junior and senior undergrads from underrepresented ethnic minority groups from the US to pursue graduate work and careers in adolescent development.
- Application Deadline: November 13, 2009, 11:59 p.m. EST
Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REUs): NSF
- Search for research opportunities with campuses across the United States.
- Includes all fields of study.
- Includes all fields of study
- Searches available by
REU: Research Experience for Undergraduates
LSAMP: Louis Stokes Alliances for Minority Participation
T-CUP: Tribal Colleges and Universities Program
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Programs specifically affiliated with (IGERT) Integrative Graduate Education and Research Traineeship
Programs specifically affiliated with (AGEP) Alliances for Graduate Education and the Professoriate
Kansas State Summer Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program
- Undergraduate students from underrepresented groups in their chosen field of study
- 9 week summer program
- Stipend, housing and travel expenses paid
- Application Due: February 12, 2010
2010 Barbara Jordan Health Policy Scholars Program
- Eligible Candidates must be U.S. Citizens who will be seniors or recent graduates (less than 2 years) of an accredited U.S. College or university in the fall of 2010. Graduate students and individuals with an advanced degree are not eligible to apply.
- S$7,500 in support, which includes: a stipend of $2,000 upon successful completion of the program; a daily expense allowance for meals and local transportation; transportation/airfare to and from Washington, D.C.; and lodging at Howard University in Washington, D.C.
- Application Due: December 4, 2009
Humanities
- National Association for Sport and Physical Science - an association of the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance
- Undergraduate Student Research Opportunities
- AAHPERD National Convention 2010, Indianapolis, Indiana.
- Application Deadline: October 31, 2009.
- The Inter-university Consortium for Political and Social Research (ICPSR) is now accepting applications for its annual summer internship program.
- The summer student internship program lasts 10 weeks, from June 7 - August 13, 2010, at ICPSR in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
- Application Deadline: February 8, 2010
Science
- Undergraduate Research projects, internships, fellowships, scholarships and competitions available
- Also visit NSPIRES: Do you have a research idea for the field of science or technology? To look at existing projects or to submit your own proposal, please visit: http://nspires.nasaprs.com/external/
- Internships and Fellowships available in the fields of science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM).
- Search for NIH-funded institutions for undergraduate research opportunities for a science or medical field.
- Application Deadline: Varies by program
Kansas State University Summer Programs
- Earth, Wind and Fire: Sustainable Energy for the 21st Century
- Laser-matter Interactions at the Atomic and Nanoscales (Physics REU)
- Ecology, Evolution and Genomics of Grassland Organisms (Biology REU)
- Application Deadlines: Program specific - dates are found under link above.
- Junior or Senior undergraduate students interested in biosciences and biomedical research
- Includes 10 week summer internship at Institut Pasteur in Paris
- Living allowance provided
- Application Deadline: December 18, 2009
Summer International Exchange Program for Minority Students Interested in Medicine
- Current undergraduate, master and doctoral degree students from minority backgrounds
- Will be studying under prominent international scientists in Latin America, Europe or Africa
- End of May through August
- Monthly stipend from $1,000-1,900, all paid housing and travel expenses
- Application Deadline: To be determined
Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP) at Medical University of South Carolina
- Undergraduate students interested in considering a research career in the basic sciences - especially those considering PhD programs.
- Stipend and housing expenses provided, as well as 15 credit hours
- Application Deadline: January 31, 2010
- Questions? Contact Debra A. Shoemaker shoemakd@musc.edu or call (843) 792-9620
Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship Program (SURF) at UT Southwestern
- Junior or Senior undergraduate students interested in biological research
- 10 week summer internship from June 7, 2010 to August 13, 2010
- Stipend and some housing provided
- Application Deadline: February 9, 2010
- Junior or Senior undergraduate students interested in quantitative science and basic biomedical research
- 10 week summer internship from June 7, 2010 to August 13, 2010
- Stipend and some housing provided
- Application Deadline: February 9, 2010
CIC Summer Research Opportunities Program (SROP)
- Underrepresented undergraduate students (have completed at least two semesters)
- Programs available on many different campuses. Click here to see participating universities.
- Stipend provided
- Includes 40 hours of research per week during an 8-10 week summer program
- Applications Accepted: November 1, 2009 - February 10, 2010
Summer Research Opportunity Program (SROP) at University of Michigan
- Junior or Senior undergraduate students from diverse backgrounds, interested in humanities, arts, social sciences, engineering and physical or natural sciences
- Stipend, housing, and travel expenses provided
- Application Deadline: To be determined
Summer Research Opportunity Program (SROP) University of Utah
- Underrepresented students interested in Education, Engineering, Health, Humanities, Mines & Earth Sciences, Pharmacy, Science, and Social & Behavioral Science
- 10 week summer internship
- Stipend, housing & board, and round-trip transportation provided
- Application Deadline: contact Sweeney.windchief@gradschool.utah.edu or call 801.585.0361
Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) Program in Nanotechnology
- Undergraduate students interested in nanotechnology research encouraged to apply
- 10 week summer internship at UMass Amherst
- Stipend of $3,400, free airfare travel and free lodging provided, as well as allowances for extra social and academic activities
- Application Deadline: February 28, 2010
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Summer Research Program
- Any undergraduate student interested in applied mathematics, biological chemistry, chemistry, functional nanomaterials and nanoscience, plant sciences and bioenergy systems, redox biology and virology.
- 8 or 10 week program available
- Competitive stipend, room and board, and travel expenses provided
- Application Due: To be determined
Emerge Summer Undergraduate Research Internship
- Underrepresented undergraduate students
- Includes six week internship, course credit, GRE prep class and workshops
- Stipend, travel and housing provided
- Application Deadline: To be determined
Summer Undergraduate Mathematical Sciences Research Institute (SUMSRI)
- Undergraduate mathematics students, especially underrepresented minorities and women.
- 7 week summer internship during June and July 2010 at Miami University in Oxford, OH
- Stipend of $3,200 - travel, housing and meals provided
- Application Deadline: March 1, 2010
Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minority Students (ABRCMS)
- ABRCMS is the largest, professional conference for biomedical and behavior students, including mathematics. Undergraduate students come from all over the United States to present their research and learn about future research opportunities.
- Abstract Deadline: Sept. 11, 2009
- Conference: November 4-7, 2009 in Phoenix, Arizona
U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Education and Research Funding Opportunities
DHS Scholarship Program
- Undergraduate and graduate students
- U.S. Citizenship required
- Full tuition and monthly stipends
- Includes 10-week summer internships at federal research facilities or DHS Centers of Excellence
- Application Deadline: January 5, 2010
DHS HS-STEM Summer Internship Program
- Undergraduate students
- U.S. Citizenship required
- 10-week summer research experiences at federal research facilities
- $500 weekly stipends plus transportation expenses to/from the internship location
- Application Deadline: January 5, 2010
DHS Summer Research Team Program for Minority Serving Institutions
- Early career faculty teamed with undergraduate and graduate students
- U.S. Citizenship required
- 10-week summer research experiences at DHS Centers of Excellence
- Stipends plus transportation expenses to/from the internship location for faculty and students
- Application Deadline: February 1, 2010
Questions regarding DHS Education Programs can be sent via e-mail to dhsed@orau.org.