The Journal of Young Investigators

We encourage undergraduates to look through not only the list of undergraduate opportunities mentioned below, but also at the comprehensive list of Research Experiences for Undergraduates through the National Science Foundation. These undergraduate summer opportunities target students of all science fields to pursue an intensive, summer-long research experience in various institutions throughout the United States. For more information on the NSF REU programs, please visit http://www.nsf.gov/crssprg/reu/index.jsp.

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NRAO Summer Student Research Assistantships

http://www.nrao.edu/students/summer-students.shtml

The NRAO has conducted a summer student research program since 1959, with over 930 participants to date. Each NRAO summer student conducts research under the supervision of an NRAO staff member at one of three NRAO sites ( Socorro, New Mexico; Green Bank, West Virginia; Charlottesville, Virginia), on a project in the supervisor's area of expertise. The project may involve any aspect of astronomy, including original research, instrumentation, telescope design, astronomical site evaluation or astronomical software development.

Deadline: February 1, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: See Eligibility and website for details.
Eligibility: Undergraduate students or graduating college seniors who are citizens, are from an accredited U.S. Undergraduate Program, or otherwise eligible to work in the United States. This program primarily supports students or research projects which do not meet the REU guidelines, such as graduating college seniors, some foreign undergraduate students, or projects involving pure engineering or computer programming.

NASA Undergraduate Student Research Program

http://usrp.usra.edu/

NASA USRP is an internship program that offers NASA research and development opportunities to undergraduate students. USRP internship opportunities give students the ultimate workforce preparatory experience for careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). USRP is one of most highly comprehensive internship programs for undergraduate students within the STEM majors. Students work on practical problems that will see real applications in aerospace or on future NASA missions. These immersive NASA opportunities combine scientific research with professional hands-on engineering. A USRP internship will be the first step toward a career at NASA, or within the science and engineering workforce. USRP internship opportunities are offered year round in the Fall, Summer and Spring.

Deadline: January 22, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: U.S. Citizenship: permanent residents or other visa categories are not accepted.
Eligibility: The NASA-USRP seeks applications from undergraduates enrolled full-time in an accredited U.S. college or university. Applicants must be classified as rising sophomores, juniors or seniors at the beginning of the first session for which they are applying. Highly qualified applicants must be pursuing an undergraduate degree that meets NASA's critical competency needs. Eligible fields of study are academic majors or demonstrated coursework concentration in engineering, mathematics, computer science or physical/life sciences.

Summer Intern Program in Lunar and Planetary Science

http://www.lpi.usra.edu/lpiintern/

The Lunar and Planetary Institute invites undergraduates with at least 50 semester hours of credit to experience cutting-edge research in the lunar and planetary sciences. As a Summer Intern, you will work one-on-one with a scientist at the LPI or at the NASA Johnson Space Center on a research project of current interest in lunar and planetary science. The Summer Intern Program allows participants to experience a real research environment, to learn from top-notch lunar and planetary scientists, and to preview careers in research.

Deadline: January 22, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: Open to U.S. and international undergraduate students.
Eligibility: Must be a college undergraduate with at least 50 semester hours.

Space Telescope Science Institute (STScI) Space Astronomy Summer Program

http://www.stsci.edu/institute/sd/students

Each summer, the Space Telescope Science Institute (STScI) brings a dozen highly motivated college students to Baltimore, Maryland, for a Space Astronomy Summer Program. The Space Telescope Science Institute is the scientific operations center for the Hubble Space Telescope and for the future James Webb Space Telescope. The Space Astronomy Summer Program runs ten weeks, from mid-June to mid-August, and is designed for upper division undergraduates with a strong interest in space astronomy. Students work individually with STScI researchers and staff on research projects that might include data reduction and interpretation, software development, scientific writing, preparing data for public releases. The program affords students the opportunity to attend lectures on a variety of exciting topics related to space astronomy, the Hubble and James Webb Space Telescopes.

Deadline: February 28, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: Open to international students.
Eligibility: The SSP is aimed at college undergraduates between their junior and senior years. However, we also accept exceptional students in earlier years and beginning graduate students. If you think you would benefit from our program, you are encouraged to apply. The program is open to students from the US and from other countries. There are no restrictions on who may apply.

Summer Student Opportunities at the U.S. Naval Observatory

http://ad.usno.navy.mil/seap/

Work in summer positions is closely supervised by a designated mentor and may involve any of the following activities: assisting scientists in planning and collecting measurements or predicting astronomical phenomena; analyzing data according to established procedures; preparing reports, diagrams, charts, and graphs, as needed; developing software to improve the accuracy or efficiency of data analysis, or to account for phenomena not previously considered. These duties generally require the use of personal computers, including word processing, spreadsheet, and graphics packages, statistical software, and specialized programs.

Deadline: February 1, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: See site for details. U.S. Citizenship is highly preferred.
Eligibility: Must be an undergraduate student.

NASA Robotics Academy

http://www.nasa.gov/offices/education/programs/descriptions/Robotics_Academy.html

Participants work in teams on current robotics projects guided by leading researchers at NASA, local universities or industry. Each team is composed of a team lead and three research associates(RAs). The team lead is an advanced undergraduate or graduate student with a curricular background in robotics. The RAs are incoming freshmen or sophomores.

Deadline: February 1, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: US citizenship or permanent residency.
Eligibility: Research Associates: Rising college freshman and sophomores Team Leads: Junior/senior undergraduates or graduate students High academic standing (GPA 3.0 or higher) Demonstrated prior involvement in robotics Propensity for teamwork

The Seyfert Prize Fellowship for Undergraduate Research

http://astrwww.cwru.edu/seyfertprize.shtml

Physics and astronomy undergraduates who are currently sophomores or juniors are invited to apply for the Seyfert Prize Fellowship in the Department of Astronomy at Case Western Reserve University. The Fellowship will support one student each summer to come to Cleveland and work on cutting-edge astronomical research with a CWRU faculty member. The Seyfert Fellowship will be awarded based on a national competition early each spring, and the term of the award will run from late May - early August, 2010.

Deadline: February 15, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
Eligibility: Sophomore or junior standing when applying.

Lunar Exploration Summer Intern Program

http://www.lpi.usra.edu/lunar_intern/index.shtml

After a 35-year hiatus, NASA is returning humans to the Moon. The agency and its partners in academia, industry, and the international community are engaged in an exciting new exploration initiative designed to study the lunar surface robotically beginning in 2008 and with crewed landers before 2020. NASA asked the National Research Council (NRC) to develop a set of science priorities for this lunar exploration initiative. To help integrate those science priorities with NASA's exploration program, the Lunar and Planetary Institute (LPI) is hosting a special summer intern program to evaluate possible landing sites for robotic and human exploration missions. Four to six interns will work with LPI science staff and other collaborators to evaluate the best landing sites to address each of the NRC’s science priorities. This will be a unique team activity that should foster extensive discussions among students and senior science team members.

Deadline: January 23, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: The program is open to international graduate students and undergraduates as well as students from the United States.
Eligibility: This program is open to graduate students in geology, planetary science, and related programs. It is also open to undergraduates with at least 50 semester hours of credit so that they, too, can participate in lunar exploration activities.

Atmospheric Sciences

NIEHS Undergraduate Summer Training in Environmental Toxicology

http://www.envtox.ucdavis.edu/niehs_summer/

To provide research experience for highly qualified undergraduates who are considering graduate school and careers in environmental health sciences. Students work full time in research labs on projects of mutual interest, participate in lab research conferences, present written and oral reports on their work, attend seminars on special topics and receive independent study credit.

Deadline: March 2, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: Citizens or permanent residents of the United States.
Eligibility: Applicants must have completed at least one year of undergraduate education by summer.

Molecular Biology and Biomedical Sciences

Baylor College of Medicine Summer Medical and Research Training Program (SMART)

http://www.bcm.edu/smart/

The Summer Medical and Research Training Program is for undergraduate students who are interested in exploring a career in scientific research. We encourage Ph.D.-oriented candidates to apply. Up to 100 students are recruited for the SMART Program from across the nation.

Deadline: February 1, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: Only international students who are employable and enrolled in educational programs in the United States are eligible to apply.
Eligibility: All applicants must currently be attending a university and returning to the college/university to complete their undergraduate degree. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Applicants who graduate before or during the program will not be eligible. No previous research experience is required except of first-year students (Freshman status in college). Applications from first-year students without previous research experience will not be accepted.

Johns Hopkins University Summer Internship Program

http://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/graduateprograms/sip.cfm

The Summer Internship Program (SIP) provides experience in research laboratories to students of diverse backgrounds, including underrepresented minority students and students from economically disadvantaged and underserved backgrounds that have completed one - two or more years of college. The purpose of this exposure to biomedical and/or public health research is to encourage students to consider careers in science, medicine and public health.

Deadline: February 1, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: See Eligibility.
Eligibility: Students must have completed one year of college and be a U.S. citizen to apply to the Pulmonary Medicine division; students must have completed two years of college and be either a U.S. citizen or international student currently studying in the U.S. to apply to the Basic Science Institute and Bloomberg School of Public Health divisions of the program. Basic Science Institute students must have a demonstrated interest and potential to pursue a PhD degree.

Harvard University Summer Honors Undergraduate Research Program

http://www.hms.harvard.edu/dms/diversity/shurpintro.html

In 2010, the Division will offer for the twentieth consecutive year a ten-week summer research program primarily for college students belonging to groups that are under-represented in the sciences. SHURP presently has 412 alumni from colleges across the country, over 90% of whom are continuing or planning to continue training and careers in the sciences. SHURP is one of the summer research programs participating in the Summer Research Early Identification Program of the Leadership Alliance, a consortium of 33 colleges and universities dedicated to improving the participation of historically underrepresented students in graduate education programs.

Deadline: February 1, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident.
Eligibility: The Program is offered for currently-enrolled undergraduates who are considering careers in biological or biomedical research sciences, who have already had at least one summer (or equivalent term-time) of experience in a research laboratory, and who have taken at least one upper-level biology course that includes molecular biology.

Gerstner Sloan-Kettering Graduate School Summer Undergraduate Research Program

http://www.sloankettering.edu/gerstner/html/54513.cfm

This ten-week research program is designed for approximately 20 outstanding undergraduate students who are interested in pursuing a career in biomedically related sciences. Students in the program have the opportunity to: * obtain hands-on research experience in cutting edge laboratories; * interact with faculty, postdoctoral fellows, and graduate students; * attend a weekly luncheon/seminar series of presentations by faculty; * attend skills/development workshops to hone presentation skills, interview skills, etc.; * attend and present at works-in-progress sessions with the cohort of SURP students; * present their research at a special poster session at the end of the ten-week program.

Deadline: February 1, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: N/A
Eligibility: Applications for the summer undergraduate research program can be from undergraduate freshmen, sophomores, or juniors who are contemplating a career in biomedically related sciences. Applicants should have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and should have completed at least college-level courses in general biology and/or introductory chemistry.

Drexel University College of Medicine Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship

http://www.drexelmed.edu/Home/AcademicPrograms/BiomedicalGraduateStudies/SummerResearchOpportunities/SummerUndergraduateResearchFellowship.aspx

The overarching purpose of the SURF program is to provide students with an opportunity to greatly enhance their analytical and technical scientific research skills, while earning a stipend to support their participation. Research interns are mentored by Drexel Med faculty, who work in various disciplines including biochemistry, molecular and cell biology, neuroscience, microbiology, immunology, pathobiology, pharmacology and physiology.

Deadline: February 15, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: N/A
Eligibility: Applicants must have an interest in pursuing biomedical research as a career and must be in good standing at their school. Students must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of Drexel Med during the full term of the program (SURF program does not provide housing). Sophomores and juniors (as of Spring 2010) are given priority, although freshmen may apply. Seniors expected to graduate in 2010 are not eligible. Selection will be based on the student's academic undergraduate record, research experience, letters of recommendation, and statements of research interests and career goals.

Committee on Institutional Cooperation Summer Research Opportunities Program

http://www.cic.net/Home/Students/SROP/Introduction.aspx

The Summer Research Opportunities Program (SROP) is a gateway to graduate education at CIC universities. The goal of the program is to increase the number of underrepresented students who pursue graduate study and research careers. SROP helps prepare undergraduates for graduate study through intensive research experiences with faculty mentors and enrichment activities.

Deadline: February 10, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: Must be a citizen or a permanent resident of the U.S.
Eligibility: * Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (4.0 scale) * Be enrolled in a degree-granting program at a college or university in the United States, Puerto Rico, or other U.S. territory * Have completed at least two semesters of undergraduate education * Have at least one semester of undergraduate education remaining after completing the program * Have a strong interest in pursuing a Ph.D.

Eugene and Ruth Roberts Summer Student Academy at City of Hope

http://www.cityofhope.org/education/summer-student-academy/Pages/default.aspx

Summer students design and work on their own research projects in areas of their specific interests. City of Hope instructors act as mentors who provide valuable guidance and support while simultaneously encouraging independent thought and exploration. These instructors are faculty of the City of Hope Irell & Manella Graduate School of Biological Sciences. Program participants also communicate their research findings to their peers and instructors in a weekly student seminar series. We also mentor scientific writing by having students produce a written report at the end of their project. An important objective of the program is to develop vital oral and written communication skills, which are so important in the world of seminars, colloquia, manuscript publication and grant writing that is critical to graduate student and postgraduate life.

Deadline: February 1, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: N/A
Eligibility: City of Hope welcomes high school and college students who meet the following criteria: • Students must be at least 16 years old. • Students should have completed high school courses in chemistry and biology.

Mayo Clinic Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship

http://www.mayo.edu/mgs/surf.html

The Mayo Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) Program, sponsored by Mayo Graduate School, is a great way to build your skills as a young scientist or test your inclinations toward research.

Deadline: February 1, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: International students who are attending a U.S. college or university are eligible to apply.
Eligibility: * Are a student currently in your sophomore or junior year at a U.S. college or university * Have a grade point average of at least 3.0 (4.0 scale) * Are seriously considering a biomedical research career as a Ph.D. or M.D.-Ph.D.

Albany Medical College Summer Research Opportunities

http://www.amc.edu/Academic/GraduateStudies/SummerResearch.html

The Graduate Studies Program at the Albany Medical College is offering a research program for undergraduates interested in furthering their training in science, and in exploring career options in research. Students will have their own research project, be advised by a faculty mentor who will provide guidance and insight, and will be able to take advantage of a variety of Enrichment Activities designed to illuminate the profession of a researcher in the biomedical sciences.

Deadline: March 1, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: Only U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents are eligible.
Eligibility: Must be an undergraduate student.

Case Western Reserve University Summer Undergraduate Research in Pharmacology

http://pharmacology.case.edu/education/surp.aspx

The Summer Undergraduate Research Program provides "hands on" research experience for sophomores and juniors in the area of molecular pharmacology. Although the projects will vary, each is related to a common theme - elucidation of the molecular mechanisms underlying the interaction of chemical agents such as drugs, hormones and neurotransmitters with biological systems.

Deadline: February 15, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: See website for details.
Eligibility: Successful applicants should have strong academic records and have completed at least one laboratory course prior to application. Previous experience performing independent laboratory research is not required. Current sophomores and juniors are given preference.

Albert Einstein College of Medicine Summer Undergraduate Research Program

http://www.einstein.yu.edu/phd/index.asp?surp

The Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP) offers 50 college students each summer an exceptional opportunity to conduct original research in a laboratory at one of the world's top-ranking scientific institutions. The program is designed for undergraduates with a strong background in science who are considering a research career.

Deadline: February 1, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: Students must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
Eligibility: Outstanding undergraduates with a strong background in the sciences (biology, biochemistry, chemistry, physics, bioengineering or chemical engineering, etc.). Students who are completing their junior year. In rare instances, sophomores with strong science backgrounds and/or strong research backgrounds may be considered.

University of Virginia Summer Research Internship Program

http://www.healthsystem.virginia.edu/internet/gpo/srip/

The University of Virginia School of Medicine offers summer research internship opportunities to qualified college undergraduates considering a career in biomedical research. The program targets, but is not limited to, racially and ethnically diverse students in their junior and senior years. Funds for living expenses, travel to and from Charlottesville, and housing are provided.

Deadline: February 12, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: See website.
Eligibility: See website.

LSU Summer Undergraduate Pharmacology Research Program (SUPER)

http://pharm.lsuhsc-s.edu/pharm/super.htm

The Department of Pharmacology, Toxicology and Neuroscience at LSU offers a 10 week summer research program for domestic undergraduate students who are interested in pursuing a career in pharmacology.

Deadline: March 5, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: Successful applicants must be U.S. citizens or Permanent Residents.
Eligibility: A minimum of 2 years of college and at least 1 laboratory course is preferred prior to the internship; however, prior research experience is NOT required. A 3.0 minimum grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) is required. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

The University of Texas Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship

http://gsbs.uth.tmc.edu/pro_surp.htm

The intent of this summer research program is to provide a hands-on laboratory experience for undergraduate students who wish to obtain a PhD degree and pursue a career in basic scientific research and/or science education at the college or university level.

Deadline: February 15, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: See Eligibility.
Eligibility: # Be 18 years of age by the start of the program. # Be a domestic or international student who will have completed a minimum of 2 years of undergraduate study and have at least one year remaining by the start of the program. # Have a GPA of at least 3.5 in math and science courses and an overall GPA of at least 3.0. # Be able to work at least 40 hours per week in a research lab for the duration of the 10-week program.

University of Rochester Summer Scholars Program

http://www.urmc.rochester.edu/GEBS/summer.htm#sumProgDet

The Intellectual Merit of the program derives from the major strengths in the University of Rochester's cross campus programs in the Biological Sciences, combining programs from the undergraduate campus Department of Biology and Basic Science Departments of the University of Rochester Medical Center. Trainees will be selected from a large national pool of applicants, and will participate in a centerpiece 10-week, hands-on, independent research project under the supervision of a faculty mentor, with guidance from graduate students and postdoctoral fellows, and oversight from the Program Director.

Deadline: March 1, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: Undergraduates that are US citizens, permanent resident aliens, and students with visas from their host institutions.
Eligibility: * Undergraduates from Local and National Colleges and Universities * Matriculated college sophomores or juniors with strong academic backgrounds. (Applicants must have a GPA of at least a 3.0.)

Summer Undergraduate Fellowship Program at the Eppley Cancer Research Institute

http://www.unmc.edu/eppley/summer.htm

Students in the summer program work for 10 weeks doing hands-on cancer research in Eppley Institute laboratories. Students get to try research, learn techniques and new concepts, and work with professional researchers, all while earning a competitive summer salary.

Deadline: February 10, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: N/A
Eligibility: See website.

University of Minnesota Life Sciences Summer Undergraduate Research Programs

http://www.cbs.umn.edu/main/summer_research/

The University of Minnesota LSSURP oversees and coordinates six life sciences programs. The programs begin with a joint orientation weekend (June 3–6, 2010), followed by participation in a 10-week research project under the direction of a University of Minnesota faculty mentor, and numerous special activities focused on professional development as well as social interaction.

Deadline: February 15, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: Must be a citizen or permanent resident of the US or its possessions.
Eligibility: - Currently attending an accredited 2- or 4-year institution on a full-time basis. - Interested in the life sciences.

University of Georgia Summer Undergraduate Research Program

http://www.grad.uga.edu/outreach&diversity/surp.html

The Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP) offers outstanding undergraduates the opportunity to work closely with faculty in an intensive summer research experience. SURP gives undergraduate students first hand exposure to the experiences of graduate school and faculty life by placing them with faculty whose work is closely related to their academic interests and professional goals. Students work under faculty mentorship on an individual basis or as part of a research team. Research teams may also include graduate students, research scientists and other SURP students.

Deadline: February 1, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: Students must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
Eligibility: Students from groups that have been historically underrepresented in the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) areas are preferred; however students may conduct research in all disciplines offered at UGA. Primary preference is given to African Americans, Native Americans, Hispanics/Latinos/Latinas, Asian Americans, first generation, low-income and women and men of any racial/ethnic background in fields where their gender group is historically underrepresented. A cumulative G.P.A. of 3.5 or higher is preferred. Students must have completed their sophomore year by June (unless otherwise selected), have a genuine interest in graduate level research and must not be graduating before December of the program year.

UConn Undergraduate Summer Research Internship Program

http://grad.uchc.edu/prospective/programs/summer/index.html

The University of Connecticut Health Center Graduate School invites applications for a limited number of 10-week summer research internships from highly qualified and motivated students who have completed at least their sophomore year and have an interest in obtaining a Ph.D. in the biological and biomedical sciences. Students will have the opportunity to participate in research activities of a laboratory at the Graduate School under the direction of a faculty member. The purpose of the program is to provide a research experience and the opportunity to learn about ongoing research programs at the University of Connecticut Health Center.

Deadline: February 15, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents.
Eligibility: Applicants should have completed some college coursework in biology and chemistry (preferably through organic chemistry). Previous laboratory experience is desirable. Applicants must submit an application, transcript, standardized test scores, and two letters of recommendation.

UC San Diego Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship

http://meded.ucsd.edu/asa/mstp/surf/

This program is designed for motivated undergraduate students from groups that have been shown by the National Science Foundation to be underrepresented in health-releated sciences on a national basis who are interested in learning about a career in biomedicine and the medical sciences.

Deadline: February 1, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: Students appointed to this program must be citizens or non-citizen nationals of the United States or must have been lawfully admitted for permanent residence (i.e., in possession of a currently valid Alien Registration Receipt Card I-551 or some other legal verification of such status). Non-citizen nationals are generally persons born in possessions of the United States (i.e., American Samoaand Swains Island). Individuals on temporary or student visas and individuals holding Ph.D., M.D., D.V.M. or equivalent doctoral degrees in the health sciences are not eligible.
Eligibility: See website. (http://meded.ucsd.edu/asa/mstp/surf/eligibility/)

University of Alabama at Birmingham SIBS Undergraduate Research Program

http://peir.path.uab.edu/sibs/

The Summer in Biomedical Science (SIBS) Undergraduate Research Program will provide the opportunity for young people to be instructed in the techniques of modern biology while becoming integrated members of a vibrant clinical and scientific community.

Deadline: March 13, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: International students can apply as long as they have a visa that allows them to work 40 hours/week.
Eligibility: SIBS is intended for students with a desire to pursue careers in the biomedical sciences. The Program is particularly interested in students having no local campus access to research experiences and students from groups underrepresented in the sciences. We anticipate that successful candidates will typically demonstrate grade point averages of 3.0 ("B") or higher, especially in science, math and related area.

Tufts University Building Diversity in Biomedical Sciences (BDBS) Program

http://sackler.tufts.edu/Admissions/Apply-to-Non-Degree-Programs/Building-Diversity-in-Biomedical-Sciences.aspx

The Building Diversity in Biomedical Sciences (BDBS) Program offers a ten week, mentored research experience for students interested in pursuing future PhD or MD/PhD studies. The Program begins in early June and ends in August. Trainees also attend scientific seminars and workshops on academic and career guidance, participate in organized social activities, and have free time to explore the Boston area.

Deadline: February 15, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: US citizens or US permanent residents are eligible to apply.
Eligibility: Applicants must be enrolled in a four-year undergraduate program, have successfully completed at least one year of college. The NIH and the Sackler School encourage applicants from members of groups that are under-represented in the biomedical sciences. The NIH has reported that groups under-represented in biomedical or behavioral research include African-American, Hispanic-American or Latino/a, American Indian, Alaskan Native, and Pacific Islander and members of economically disadvantaged families and disabled persons.

Thomas Jefferson University College of Graduate Studies Summer Undergraduate Research Program

http://www.jefferson.edu/jcgs/summer_internship_2009.cfm

In an effort to acquaint you with our academic programs and areas of ongoing research, Jefferson College of Graduate Studies sponsors summer research positions that provide opportunities for upper-level undergraduate students (who have completed their junior year/rising seniors), to work in the laboratories of active faculty researchers. The program is designed to provide a rich experience for those students interested in pursuing their graduate studies in the biomedical sciences.

Deadline: February 1, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: U.S. citizens and permanent residents. See application on website for more details.
Eligibility: Upper-level undergraduate students (who have completed their junior year/rising seniors).

OHSU DMICE Summer Undergraduate Research Program

http://www.ohsu.edu/ohsuedu/academic/som/dmice/academics/internship.cfm

The OHSU DMICE Summer Undergraduate Research Program provides paid internship opportunities for students to work intensively with faculty on research projects for ten weeks during the summer. The program's goals are to introduce students to research projects in Biomedical Informatics, facilitate interactions with DMICE faculty, and to increase awareness among undergraduates about this exciting field.

Deadline: April 1, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: N/A
Eligibility: College Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors interested in Biomedical Informatics. It helps to have a background in Biology, Computer Science, Mathematics or Statistics, but it is not required.

Oregon Health and Science University Undergraduate Summer Fellowship

http://www.ohsu.edu/xd/research/centers-institutes/onprc/public-education/undergraduate.cfm

The Oregon National Primate Research Center invites college undergraduates who are interested in neuroscience or reproductive sciences to apply for the ONPRC Summer Fellowship Program.

Deadline: February 1, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: N/A
Eligibility: The Summer Fellowship Program for Undergraduates seeks qualified applicants who will enter either their junior or senior year of college in the Fall of 2010. See website for further details.

Penn State College of Medicine Summer Undergraduate Research Internship Program (SURIP)

http://www.pennstatehershey.org/web/summerresearch/home/program

Our Summer Undergraduate Research Internship Program is designed for College students who are interested in pursing a career in the biological sciences.

Deadline: February 1, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: N/A
Eligibility: Most inters will have completed their Sophomore or Junior year and are interested in pursing a career in the biological sciences. Selection is based on letters of recommendation, course background and performance, and a short essay indicative of a genuine interest in research.

MUSC Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP)

http://www.musc.edu/grad/summer/surp/general.html

The Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP) offers outstanding undergraduate students the opportunity to work closely with faculty members on cutting edge biomedical research projects. This 10-week program expects the undergraduate participants to perform at a graduate student level. Students are placed with faculty members whose research is closely related to academic interests and professional goals of the students. Each student is given his/her own project under the supervision of the faculty mentor. Students work with faculty on an individual basis or as part of a research team. Research teams may also include graduate students, post docs, research scientists and other SURP students.

Deadline: January 31, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: US citizens or permanent residents
Eligibility: -Undergraduates with a very strong interest in biosciences and biomedical research -Must have completed at least two full years of college course work, or else have been involved in significant research opportunities, by the time the internship begins -Must have not received their undergraduate degree prior to the date the program commences -Must be able to complete the entire 10 weeks of the program which begins on June 7, 2010 and ends August 13, 2010. -Students must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. A cumulative G.P.A. of 3.2 or higher is preferred. -Students are awarded positions based on their motivation and desire to pursue a Ph.D. in Biomedical Research.

Medical College of Wisconsin Summer Program for Undergraduate Research

http://www.mcw.edu/graduateschool/docid23576.htm

The Summer Program for Undergraduate Research (SPUR) provides the opportunity for students to learn first-hand the potential of the biomedical sciences as an interesting and fulfilling career. The SPUR program provides laboratory experience in science, in which the undergraduate works with graduate faculty, students, and staff on significant ongoing basic science research issues.

Deadline: February 15, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: International students studying at US domestic institutions on a F-1 visa are eligible to apply and participate in the program. The F-1 status is required for participation.
Eligibility: Current sophomores and juniors with a background in science and an interest in graduate school are encouraged to apply. Applications will be reviewed based on academic records, academic interests, personal statements, and two letters of recommendation and official school transcripts. A GPA of 3.2 or higher will be given first preference. Previous laboratory experience is not required, although letters of recommendation from instructors and advisors that establish a high level of interest in the sciences will be used to evaluate candidates. Applicants will choose three areas of interest in order of preference. Individual faculty will review the preferences of the applicant, the applicant's credentials and then select an applicant best suited for their laboratory.

New York University School of Medicine Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship

http://www.med.nyu.edu/sackler/programs/summer.html

The Sackler Institute of Graduate Biomedical Sciences and the Office of Minority Affairs invites applications from students for participation in a summer research internship program in the medical sciences at New York University Medical Center. The purpose of the program is to give students who may be interested in pursuing careers in the biomedical sciences (PhD, MD or MD-PhD) the opportunity to conduct research and to be exposed to the excitement of an academic medical environment at a major research center. Students may work with faculty in the disciplines of biochemistry, biomedical imaging, cellular and molecular biology, computational biology, developmental genetics, immunology, microbiology, molecular oncology, neurosciences and physiology, parasitology, pathobiology, pharmacology, structural biology and virology.

Deadline: February 1, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: This program is open to all U.S. and international students who are currently attending a U.S. college or university only.
Eligibility: The program is designed for mature, well-qualified undergraduates who have completed their sophomore or junior year of college. Qualified applicants should have a 3.4 GPA or better and at least 1 full semester of bench laboratory research. The selection of students will be made considering their academic record, previous research experience, if any, and letters of recommendation from faculty advisors and/or research supervisors. Significant importance will be given to their commitment to a career in biomedical research. A committee comprised of PhD, MD, MD-PhD students and faculty will review applicants for admission.

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center Summer Undergradute Research Fellowship

http://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/ed/research/undergrad/surf/default.htm

The Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship program at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center is intended to provide clinical and basic science research opportunities for undergraduate students in the laboratories of Pediatric faculty in the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. The ultimate goal of this program is to provide students with an excellent research foundation for making career choices in the biomedical sciences.

Deadline: February 15, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: Summer fellowships are competitive for high school students in their junior or senior year as well as undergraduate students with a 3.0 or better GPA are eligible. Applicants should be US citizens and have an interest in pursuing a career in biomedical research or medicine. Criteria for selection include academic record, essay and interest in obtaining research experience.
Eligibility: U.S. Citizens only.

National Institutes of Health (NIH) Summer Internship Program

http://www.training.nih.gov/student/sip/

Summer programs at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) provide an opportunity to spend a summer working side-by-side with some of the leading scientists in the world, in an environment devoted exclusively to biomedical research. The NIH consists of the new 240-bed Mark O. Hatfield Clinical Research Center and more than 1200 laboratories located on the main campus in Bethesda, MD as well as in Baltimore and Frederick, MD; Research Triangle Park, NC; Phoenix, AZ; Hamilton, MT; and Detroit, MI.

Deadline: March 1, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: Only citizens and permanent residents of the U.S. are eligible to apply to this program.
Eligibility: The Summer Internship Program is for students who will be sixteen years of age or older at the time they begin the program and who are currently enrolled at least half-time in high school or an accredited U.S. college or university. Students who have been accepted into a college or university program may also apply.

American Heart Association - Western States Affiliate's Undergraduate Student Research Program

http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=3013196

Students are assigned to leading biomedical research laboratories in California, Nevada or Utah for a ten-week period during the summer to work under the direct supervision of experienced scientists. The projects students work on range from basic molecular research to direct physiological studies. Examples include signal transduction, gene expression, vascular wall biology, ion transport and cellular physiology. Some opportunities for participation in more clinical investigations are also available.

Deadline: December 3, 2009
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: Be a United States citizen, or a foreign national holding a student, exchange or permanent resident visa, including an F-1, H1, H1B, J1, PR, TC or TN visa.
Eligibility: • Attend an institution in California, Nevada or Utah, or be a resident of one of these states. • Have junior or senior academic status in the Fall of 2009.

Harvard Catalyst: Program for Faculty Development and Diversity

http://www.mfdp.med.harvard.edu/Catalyst/CollegeStudents.html

The Summer Clinical and Translational Research Program (SCTRP) is a ten-week mentored, summer research program designed to enrich the pipeline of college students' understanding of and interest in pursuing clinical and/or translational research, as well as to increase underrepresented minority and disadvantaged college student exposure to clinical/translational research.

Deadline: March 6, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: N/A
Eligibility: Eligible participants are undergraduate sophomores, juniors and seniors, particularly those attending Minority Biomedical Research Support (MBRS) and Minority Access to Research Careers (MARC) NIH-funded institutions, historically black colleges and universities, Hispanic-serving institutions, and/or Tribal Colleges with baccalaureate degree programs, and/or alumni of the Harvard Medical School Minority Faculty Development Program and/or the Biomedical Science Careers Program and US citizens.

Brigham and Women’s Hospital Summer Training in Academic Research and Scholarship

http://www.brighamandwomens.org/CFDD/OMC/STARS%20Program/aboutSTARS.aspx

Objectives: To provide underrepresented minority (URM) medical and undergraduate students an opportunity to engage in exciting basic, clinical and translational research projects during the summer at Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH) and Harvard Medical School (HMS). To enhance the research capabilities of URM students. To encourage these scholars to pursue advanced medical and graduate education and training at BWH and HMS.”

Deadline: January 15, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: US citizen or non-citizen national with a permanent residence visa.
Eligibility: • Member of an underrepresented minority group (African-American, Alaskan/Hawaiian Native, Hispanic, or Native American) • Undergraduate junior or senior, or first-year medical student.

UCD – Graduate Experiences for Multicultural Students

http://www.ucdenver.edu/academics/colleges/medicine/departments/GEMS/Pages/default.aspx

The course will be conducted by distinguished research faculty and will consist of lectures, demonstrations, and laboratory research assignments with a mentor. Participating basic science programs at UC Denver include biochemistry and molecular genetics, cell and developmental biology, cancer biology, human medical genetics, immunology, microbiology, molecular biology, neuroscience, pharmacology, reproductive science, and physiology and biophysics.

Deadline: March 1, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: Those who have just completed their freshman year or graduated and international students (with student visas) are not eligible for this program.
Eligibility: GEMS interns are selected on the basis of academic achievement, interest in biomedical science research careers, and inclusion in an underrepresented group or category (first generation college attendee, low income, financial need, or ethnic identity as African American, Hispanic, American Indian, Alaska Native, or Southeast Asian, Pacific Islander). Successful applicants will have completed two years of college and demonstrated aptitude in one or more laboratory science courses.

Minority Health Disparities Summer Research Opportunities Program (MHD/SROP)

http://grad.arizona.edu/imsd/undergraduate-summer

The University of Arizona Graduate College is offering summer research opportunities focusing on health issues that affect minority communities in a disproportionate manner and specifically research involving pulmonary, heart and vascular, and blood diseases and disorders.

Deadline: February 1, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: Open to U.S. and permanent resident undergraduate students.
Eligibility: 1.) Of American Indian/Alaska Native, African American, Hispanic/Latino, Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander descent or other underserved populations (i.e., groups traditionally underrepresented in biomedical careers). 2.) Have completed a minimum of 75 semester units toward your bachelor's degree AND have a GPA of at least 3.0.

University of South Alabama – Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship

http://www.southalabama.edu/com/pharmacology/surf.html

Research Fellows participate in a campus-wide undergraduate research program that includes students from biomedical sciences, chemistry, engineering, speech pathology and audiology, archaeology, etc. This involves 3 or 4 evening meetings during the summer and the preparation and presentation of a poster at the end of the summer.

Deadline: March 15, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: Open to U.S. and international undergraduate students.
Eligibility: Must be a college undergraduate.

UCSF Summer Research Training Program

http://graduate.ucsf.edu/summerprograms/applicants/summer-research-opportunities

The SRTP provides undergraduate and master's students with the opportunity to conduct research in the biological and biomedical sciences and make them more competitive candidates for Ph.D. programs. Students are supported in this program by funds from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute, NSF's Alliances for Graduate Education and the Professoriate, Genentech, the University of California Office of the President, and the UCSF Graduate Division

Deadline: February 2, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: US Citizens or Permanent Residents
Eligibility: • Students with a desire to pursue a Ph.D., or M.D.-Ph.D. • Students currently enrolled in an undergraduate or master's degree program who will have completed at least 4 semesters or 4 quarters of college work at the start of the summer program and have prior research experience • Non-graduating seniors, seniors who do not plan to begin graduate study in the fall immediately following graduation, and continuing master's students. • Students with a cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher are eligible for the Amgen Scholars Program • Underrepresented minority, socio-economically disadvantaged, first-generation college students, and students with limited access to research laboratories are particularly encouraged to apply • Prior research can be an asset, but is not required

Medical College of Georgia STAR Program

http://www.mcg.edu/star/session.htm

The Summer STAR (Student Training And Research) Program is designed to provide biomedical research experience for undergraduate students with a sincere desire to pursue a graduate education in biomedical sciences.

Deadline: February 5, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: United States citizenship or international students currently enrolled in US college/university holding a student non-immigrant visa. (It is the responsibility of the individual applicant to check with the international office at their home institution to determine eligibility for the STAR program and the proper procedures necessary to follow if accepted.)
Eligibility: • 18 years or older by start of the STAR session • Completion of at least freshman year in college • Minimum overall GPA of 3.0 • Minimum GPA of 3.0 in science courses

Yale Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF)

http://www.yale.edu/graduateschool/diversity/forms/surf.pdf

Each summer the Yale SURF Program brings a group of qualified undergraduates to Yale for eight weeks. The experience is meant to familiarize students with the kind of work they can expect to do in graduate school, provide them with insight into the many steps involved in building a career based on Ph.D. level training, as well as foster a sense of confidence regarding their own abilities and potential. Students are immersed in an academic, professional setting involving a working relationship with a faculty mentor, a program of individual research, and participation in a series of program workshops and panel discussions.

Deadline: February 1, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: Participation in the summer program is restricted to US citizens and permanent residents.
Eligibility: The SURF Program is intended for students with a strong desire to pursue research careers at the Ph.D. level. The program is particularly interested in identifying and providing research experience to talented underrepresented minority students. Preference is given to students completing their sophomore or junior years. However, other students who express persuasive plans for research may be considered.

Yale BioSTEP Summer Research for Undergraduates

http://www.med.yale.edu/omca/programs/biostep.htm

Yale BioSTEP (Biomedical Science Training and Enrichment Program) provides intensive, short-term summer research training for undergraduates, especially students from groups underrepresented in biomedical sciences at research-intensive universities.

Deadline: February 1, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: Citizen or Permanent Resident.
Eligibility: Applicants must be college undergraduates who have completed introductory college chemistry and biology. Students applying for or admitted to medical school or graduate programs are not eligible.

University of Connecticut Summer Research Fellowship Program

http://medicine.uchc.edu/prospective/enrichment/hcop/summerresearch.html

The fellowship is designed exclusively for pre-medical students completing either their junior or senior year in college. It offers the student an introduction to research methodology, patient treatment, and ethical issues in medicine as well as exposure to a broad spectrum of health care providers within a large community teaching hospital.

Deadline: January 6, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: Citizen or Permanent Resident.
Eligibility: The criteria used for selecting a fellow are: pre-medical college student completing their junior or senior year by May; college grades (GPA 3.5 or higher); participation in leadership/service activities at school and in the community, as well as interests conveyed to the interviewer at the time of the scheduled interview.

Hartford Hospital Summer Student Research Program

http://www.harthosp.org/residenciesfellowships/summerstudentresearchfellowship/default.aspx

Deadline: February 12, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: N/A
Eligibility: The criteria used for selecting a fellow are: pre-medical college student completing their junior or senior year by May; college grades (GPA 3.5 or higher); participation in leadership/service activities at school and in the community, as well as interests conveyed to the interviewer at the time of the scheduled interview.

The Jackson Laboratory Summer Student Program

http://education.jax.org/summerstudent/index.html

The Summer Student Program is designed to help students understand the nature of research science. The emphasis of this program is on methods of discovery and communication of knowledge, not the mastery of established facts.

Deadline: January 2, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
Eligibility: Must be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student; Must have at least one semester of undergraduate school remaining before graduation

SUNY Upstate Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship Program

http://www.upstate.edu/grad/programs/summer.php

The aim of the SURF program is to expose undergraduate students to biomedical research. In an intensive ten-week summer program, undergraduates with appropriate faculty help will formulate their own proposal, carry out research under the supervision of one of our faculty, write a research paper and have the opportunity to see their work published. In the process, students will attend research seminars and participate in discussions on alternative careers in research and how to apply to graduate school. Students are given ample opportunities to interact directly with many of our faculty and graduate students.

Deadline: February 15, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: Open to U.S. and international undergraduate students.
Eligibility: Applicants to the program should be undergraduate students in good academic standing, who will be between their junior and senior years during the summer of 2009, and are majors in chemistry, biology, or a related field. Applicants must have a strong interest in pursuing a Ph.D. degree in biomedical investigative research.

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Watson School of Biological Sciences Summer Undergraduate Research Program

http://www.cshl.edu/URP/

The fundamental objective of the URP program is to give students an opportunity to conduct first-rate research. Participants learn about scientific reasoning, laboratory methods, theoretical principles, and scientific communication.

Deadline: January 15, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: See Eligibility.
Eligibility: Any matriculated college sophomore or junior with a strong academic background may apply. The program includes young men and women from around the world and is open to all legitimate applicants irrespective of gender, race, ethnic origin, or creed. Selection is made by a committee of scientists at CSHL.

Amgen Scholars Program

http://www.amgenscholars.eu/

The Amgen Scholars Program provides hundreds of selected undergraduate students with the opportunity to engage in a hands-on research experience at some of the world’s leading educational institutions. The Program seeks to increase learning and networking opportunities for students committed to pursuing science or engineering careers and to spark the interest and broaden the perspective of students considering scientific careers. Ultimately, the Program aims to increase the number of students pursuing advanced training and careers in the sciences.

Deadline: February 2, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents
Eligibility: - Undergraduates enrolled in four-year colleges and universities in the U.S., Puerto Rico and other U.S. Territories. - Sophomores (with 4 quarters or 3 semesters of college experience), Juniors and non-graduating Seniors (who are returning in the fall to continue their undergraduate experience). - Cumulative G.P.A. of 3.2 or above. - Interested in pursuing a Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D.

UC Berkeley – Summer Research Opportunity Program (SROP)

http://www.grad.berkeley.edu/diversity/srop.shtml

The goal of this program is to increase the level of diversity among students entering Ph.D. programs by providing research opportunities under the supervision of a faculty mentor. Special consideration will be given to applicants who have shown potential for success, but may have had limited access to graduate research or other academic opportunities.

Deadline: February 2, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: Citizens or Permanent Residents of the United States
Eligibility: • sophomores (who have completed at least three semesters or four quarters of actual college course work), juniors, and seniors who will not be graduating in the spring (However, graduating UCBerkeley seniors are eligible.) • have a 3.0 or better cumulative grade point average. • have shown potential for success, but may have had limited access to graduate research or other preparatory opportunities; the applicant should indicate his/her potential for success particularly as it relates to educational achievement while overcoming obstacles, which may include, but are not limited to economic, social, or educational challenges.

The University of Iowa Graduate College CIC/Summer Research Opportunity Program

http://ogei.grad.uiowa.edu/mcnair/home/eligibility

CIC/SROP at the University of Iowa provides research opportunities for undergraduate students with a demonstrated interest in pursuing Ph.D. degrees and academic/research careers. The program is designed to increase educational access for students from diverse backgrounds. Students from groups historically underrepresented in the humanities, arts, social sciences, engineering, and physical and natural sciences are encouraged to apply. Applicants from racial and ethnic minority groups and low-income, first-generation students are strongly encouraged to apply. Preference is given to students completing their junior year, although outstanding sophomores are considered for admission as well.

Deadline: March 5, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: Open to U.S. citizens and permanent residents.
Eligibility: • Be enrolled in a degree-granting program at a college or university. • Have a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale. • Must have a genuine interest in research and teaching as a career. • Freshman and graduating seniors are not generally considered.

Purdue University Summer Research in Medicinal Chemistry and Molecular Pharmacology

http://www.mcmp.purdue.edu/research/summerresearch.php

The Purdue University Department of Medicinal Chemistry and Molecular Pharmacology offers a number of Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowships. These fellowships provide undergraduates an opportunity to conduct research in a unique and multidisciplinary setting. The internship simulates the "graduate school experience" and allows the student to choose from many fields of study including: * Biochemistry * Chemical Biology * Drug Design and Discovery * Genetics * Medicinal Chemistry * Pharmacology * Proteomics * Systems Biology

Deadline: March 2, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: N/A
Eligibility: A candidate should typically complete at least his/her third year of undergraduate study by Summer 2008 (Sophomores will also be considered in exceptional cases. People who have already graduated will not be considered). The successful candidates for these fellowships will have outstanding academic records and will have presented evidence of a commitment to scholarship and research. Chemistry, biology, chemical engineering, or pharmacy majors who are interested in potentially pursuing doctoral studies in medicinal chemistry and molecular pharmacology are encouraged to apply.

Purdue University Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship

https://engineering.purdue.edu/Engr/Research/SURF/Programs/Campus

Learn new skills this summer conducting research at Purdue's West Lafayette, Indiana campus. SURF teams undergraduates with a faculty member and graduate student mentor, and introduces them to the research tools used on the cutting edges of science, engineering, and technology. (Open to Purdue students and undergraduate students enrolled in other U.S. colleges and universities.)

Deadline: February 1, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: N/A
Eligibility: Undergraduate students enrolled at Purdue or other U.S. institutions of higher education are eligible to apply. Students from other U.S. institutions are eligible to apply if they have completed at least their sophomore year by the first day of the SURF program. A GPA of 3.0 or above is strongly recommended.

Janelia Farm Undergraduate Summer Scholars Program

http://www.hhmi.org/janelia/undergrad.html

Janelia Farm wants to identify some of the very best future scientists, engineers, and mathematicians interested in their areas of research at an early career stage. They expect this to enrich the students' intellectual development and to benefit research at Janelia.

Deadline: February 15, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: N/A
Eligibility: Any matriculated undergraduate may apply.

The Pasteur Foundation Summer Internship Program

http://www.pasteurfoundation.org/internships.shtml

The Pasteur Foundation Summer Internship Program provides U.S. undergraduates with the rare opportunity to conduct summer research at the Institut Pasteur. The foundation’s goal is to encourage students in the pursuit of a scientific career and to expose them to an international laboratory experience. During the internships, interns will carry out research supervised by a lab mentor. Applicants should be eager to engage with a different culture, and self-sufficient enough to arrange travel and secure housing in Paris.

Deadline: December 18, 2009
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: This program is open to U.S. citizens only.
Eligibility: Applicants must 1) be undergraduates with an excellent academic record and a strong interest in biosciences and biomedical research (prior lab experience is highly recommended); 2) have completed three full years (six semesters) of college course work by the time the internship commences; and 3) not have received an undergraduate degree at the time of application. Knowledge of French or desire to learn it is advisable.

The University of Oregon (UO) Summer Program for Undergraduate Research

http://biology.uoregon.edu/spur/

The University of Oregon (UO) Summer Program for Undergraduate Research (SPUR) offers fellowship opportunities for undergraduate students from other Universities and Colleges to participate in ongoing research in Life Sciences laboratories at UO during the Summer months.

Deadline: February 1, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: Be US citizens or permanent residents
Eligibility: • Have completed at least one year of undergraduate coursework by summer • Be undergraduates in good standing • Be strongly motivated to participate in ongoing research projects • Be considering a career in research science

Ecology and Evolutionary Biology

Organization for Tropical Studies NAPIRE Summer Program

http://www.ots.ac.cr/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=320&Itemid=450

The NAPIRE Program is designed to introduce Native American and Pacific Islander undergraduate students to the biodiversity of the tropics. As part of the program, students will complete a field project, including experimental design, data gathering, and analysis and presentation of results, in collaboration with fellow students and a research mentor. Students will experience the process of applying the scientific method to ecological inquiry and discovery in a collaborative and team-oriented environment.

Deadline: January 31, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: U.S. citizens and Permanent Residents who are undergraduate students enrolled in accredited institutions in the United States may apply to the program.
Eligibility: The NAPIRE Program is open to biology students with a demonstrated interest in field ecology. Native American and Pacific Islander students are strongly encouraged to apply. As part of the application process, students designate the OTS program mentors with whom they wish to work. Student research interests should correspond closely to those of the preferred mentor, as all field projects will be designed in agreement with the mentors research interests and expertise.

Noble Summer Research Scholar Program

http://www.noble.org/SummerScholar/index.html

Working side-by-side with a mentor scientist and laboratory members from the Noble Foundation's Plant Biology Division or Forage Improvement Division, Noble Scholars perform a research project specifically tailored to their interests and educational background. Scholars quickly become part of the Noble Foundation research environment. Noble Scholars are involved in all laboratory activities, while conducting experiments to further their own research project. At the conclusion of the program, Noble Scholars present their findings to the Noble Foundation scientific community.

Deadline: January 15, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: Be a US citizen or permanent resident of the US.
Eligibility: Noble Scholar candidates must: • Be enrolled in an undergraduate degree program in a college or university within the United States, such program resulting in the award of a baccalaureate or associate's degree; • Have completed their sophomore year (at least 56 credit hours) with a declared major in a plant science, life science, chemistry or computer science field with appropriate course work (research experience is not required); • Be capable of working 40 hours per week for 10 weeks.

The Harvard Forest Summer Research Program in Ecology

http://harvardforest.fas.harvard.edu/education/reu/reu.html

The Harvard Forest Summer Research Program in Ecology is an opportunity for students to participate in on-going research at the Harvard Forest. Harvard Forest research focuses on the effects of natural and human disturbances on forest ecosystems, including global warming, hurricanes, forest harvesting, and invasive organisms. Researchers come from many disciplines, and specific projects center on population and community ecology, paleoecology, land-use history, aquatic ecology, biochemistry, soil science, ecophysiology, and atmosphere-biosphere exchanges.

Deadline: February 5, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: Funding is primarily for US citizens or resident aliens. International students who are able to obtain support from other sources, which includes paying for the cost of room and board (est. summer 2008 $3,282), are welcome to apply. The first sentence of the essay should state that the applicant is an international student and they have or intend to obtain the funding to pay for their room and board as well as cover their stipend.
Eligibility: The core of our funding is for undergraduate students who are enrolled in a 2 or 4 year colleges. Students who have completed their associates degree (2 year program) and are going on to get a bachelor's degree (4 year program) are also encouraged to apply and will be considered as part of the general applicant pool.

Purdue University Botany and Plant Pathology Summer Undergraduate Internship

http://btny.purdue.edu/Jobs/summer-intern.html

Eight week internships in plant biology, plant pathology, or weed science. Gain experience in conducting research on special projects. Additional programs will be offered related to laboratory safety, graduate education, and career opportunities.

Deadline: February 1, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: Must be U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
Eligibility: * Completed two years college level study in one of the life sciences by June 2009 * Minimum grade point average of 3.0.

Chemistry

Undergraduate Fellowships in Nuclear Chemistry and Radiochemistry

http://spinner.cofc.edu/~nuclear/nukess.html?referrer=webcluster&

The formal program consists of lecture and laboratory components which cover the fundamentals of nuclear theory, radiochemistry, nuclear instrumentation, radiological safety, and applications to related fields. In addition, there are special symposia, guest lectures, and field trips to nearby research centers.

Deadline: February 1, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
Eligibility: Candidates should be undergraduate chemistry or physics majors who will be entering their junior or senior year in the fall of 2010.

University of George Quantum Chemistry Summer Research Program

http://www.ccc.uga.edu/summer/description.php?PHPSESSID=57ecf51addef3570b6e0df45f317e0b3

The CCC Summer Research Program is designed to give undergraduate chemistry, physics, and math majors an opportunity to explore computational quantum chemistry at a world-class research institute.

Deadline: March 2, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: See application for more information on citizenship requirements.
Eligibility: * Participants should have completed three years of undergraduate study by the start of the program. * Applicants must have completed a course in Physical Chemistry. * Applicants must have a genuine interest in computational quantum chemistry. Please refer to the rest of the summer program website to learn more about the type of research you may be conducting. * A working knowledge of the FORTRAN, C, and/or C++ programming languages is desirable.

Computer Science

Online Dublin Computer Science Summer School (ODCSSS)

http://www.odcsss.ie/

ODCSSS is 12 week undergraduate summer research internship program between the University College Dublin (UCD) and Dublin City University (DCU) Ireland. This program offers a distributed and interdisciplinary research environment at the forefront of ICT research. The theme for 2009 is Technologies for bridging the digital-physical divide: sensing the environment. Each ODCSSS student is engaged in a research project with a faculty member and mentor which provides them an opportunity to experience research.

Deadline: March 20, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: N/A
Eligibility: ODCSSS internships are only open undergraduate students who are not in their final year of undergraduate study. Registered for a University Bachelor’s degree at a school of computer science or related area and

USCS Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship in Information Technology

http://surf-it.soe.ucsc.edu/

The University of California Santa Cruz (UCSC) Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship in Information Technology (SURF-IT) offers opportunities for both UCSC students and non-UCSC students. SURF-IT provides an intensive and personalized summer program for women, minority, or disadvantaged undergraduates. SURF-IT includes a research experience supervised by a UCSC Baskin School of Engineering faculty member. The 9-week research projects are in areas of IT-based Integrative System Design, including Sensor Systems, Assistive and Rehabilitative Systems, and Computer Systems.

Deadline: February 15, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: Must be a US citizen or US permanent resident.
Eligibility: - Must have completed one or more years of undergraduate course work in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field - Must be an undergraduate in good standing - Must be strongly motivated to participate in ongoing research project s

Summer Undergraduate Program in Engineering Research at Berkeley Computer Science in the Interest of Society

http://www.eecs.berkeley.edu/Programs/ugrad/superb/superb.html#application

The Summer Undergraduate Program in Engineering Research at Berkeley - Computer Science in the Interest of Society (SUPERB-CSIS) in the Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences (EECS) Department is to prepare and motivate a group of diverse, competitive candidates for graduate study. The research focus of the REU site will be computer science in the context of solving societal problems, including health, national security and technology for underdeveloped countries. SUPERB affirms students' motivation for graduate study and strengthens their qualifications through strong faculty mentoring and challenging research projects.

Deadline: February 2, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: The program is open to U.S Citizens and permanent residents.
Eligibility: A minimum overall GPA of 3.0 is required with upward trends in grades being preferable. The program is open to students with or without prior research experience, and students who have not participated in SUPERB previously.

Food Sciences

Cornell University/University of Massachusetts Food Science Summer Scholars Program

http://foodscience.cornell.edu/cals/foodsci/academics/fsscholars/index.cfm

Besides research experience, participants learn about various career opportunities within food science, take field trips to area industries (large and small), as well as meet on a semi-weekly basis to discuss various topics including Ethics in Food Science, Applying for Graduate School, Product Development, Learning from Research, and more. On the last day of the program, scholars are given the opportunity to present their research to an audience of peers. The goal of the research is to train participants to plan and conduct experiments, to evaluate data resulting from experiments, and to communicate research results through oral and written reports.

Deadline: February 15, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: International students are allowed to apply.
Eligibility: Applications are invited from undergraduate students with preference being given to current sophomores and juniors majoring in a physical or biological science with an interest in pursuing graduate studies in one of the sub disciplines of food science (food microbiology, food chemistry, food engineering, sensory science) Applications from qualified members of underrepresented minorities are also strongly encouraged.

Mathematical Sciences

Summer Undergraduate Mathematical Sciences Research Institute (SUMSRI)

http://www.units.muohio.edu/sumsri/

The Summer Undergraduate Mathematical Science Research Institute (SUMSRI) is a program conducted under the guidance of Miami University's Department of Mathematics and Statistics. We seek talented undergraduate students in the mathematical sciences who are interested in pursuing advanced degrees. Because of the shortage of minorities and women mathematical scientists, we are especially interested in, but not limited to, African Americans and other underrepresented minorities and women.

Deadline: March 1, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: All candidates should be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
Eligibility: The ideal candidate will have completed the college level calculus series and at least one proof-based mathematics or statistics course with distinction. The candidate should be entering their junior or senior year after attending SUMSRI. All candidates must be returning to their home institutions as undergraduates after the SUMSRI experience.

Center for Coastal Margin Observation & Prediction Summer Internship Program

http://www.stccmop.org/undergraduate/

CMOP interns engage in leading-edge research to understand and predict biological, chemical and physical processes of the river-to-ocean ecosystem, contributing data and analysis that provide guidance for sustainable ecosystem management. Interns work closely with senior scientists, post-doctoral fellows, and graduate students on interdisciplinary projects ranging from physical and biogeochemical oceanography, molecular biology, analytical chemistry, marine genomics, ocean engineering, and computer science. Students participate in a range of activities including oceanographic cruises, field trips, and a range of seminars on scientific themes, career opportunities and scientific ethics.

Deadline: February 1, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: N/A
Eligibility: CMOP considers applications from undergraduate freshmen, sophomores and juniors with backgrounds and majors in biology, chemistry, computer science, engineering, environmental science, mathematics, physics, and others. Prior lab/field experience is of interest but not required.

DHS HS-STEM Summer Internship Program

http://www.orau.gov/dhsinternships/

he DHS HS-STEM Summer Internship Program provides a 10-week summer research experience for undergraduate students majoring in homeland security related science, technology, engineering and mathematics (HS-STEM) disciplines. Students who demonstrate long-term goals aligned with the mission and objectives of the Department will have the opportunity to conduct research in DHS mission-relevant areas at various federal research facilities. The goal of this program is to prepare a diverse, highly talented, educated, and skilled pool of scientists and engineers to address HS-STEM issues.

Deadline: January 5, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: U.S. Citizens Only.
Eligibility: Cumulative GPA of 3.30 or higher on a 4.00 scale averaged over all U.S. institutions attended. Majoring in a homeland security science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (HS-STEM) field with interest in a homeland security research area. Available to participate for 10 consecutive weeks full-time during the summer of 2009. Coverage under a health insurance plan before arriving at the assigned hosting venue and maintenance of coverage during the internship period. At least 18 years of age at the start of the internship period

Ocean Sciences

MBARI Summer Internship Program

http://www.mbari.org/education/internship/genintern.htm

**More information will be posted in November**

Deadline: February 1, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: N/A
Eligibility: Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, and an online supplemental information form. The cover letter must include a statement of your specific research interests, complete contact details (phone numbers and email address, if available), and relevant coursework and grades received. Potential projects will be posted in December and applicants MUST indicate project preferences in their cover letters.

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution Summer Student Fellowship

http://www.whoi.edu/page.do?pid=8060

Undergraduate students spend a summer getting hands-on oceanographic research experience and working with world-class scientists and engineers in WHOI's Summer Student Fellowship program.

Deadline: February 15, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: Fellowship recipients who are coming from outside of the US will receive help and information from the Woods Hole Foreign National Advisor in obtaining the proper paperwork for visas.
Eligibility: Summer Student Fellowships are awarded to undergraduate students who have completed their junior or senior year at colleges or universities and are studying in any of the fields of science or engineering including but not limited to the fields of biology, chemistry, engineering, geology, geophysics, mathematics, meteorology, physics, oceanography, and marine policy. Students must have at least a tentative interest in the ocean sciences, oceanographic engineering, mathematics, or marine policy. Persons from under represented groups are encouraged to apply.

Physics

NIST - SURFing the Physics Lab

http://physics.nist.gov/ResOpp/surf/surf.html

The Physics Laboratory at the National Institute of Standards and Technology has a 11-week Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship program providing hands-on research experience in Atomic, Molecular, Optical, Radiation and Chemical Physics.

Deadline: February 17, 2010
Host Institution(s)
Citizenship Requirements: Must be U.S. citizen or permanent resident at a U.S. academic institution.
Eligibility: - Intent to pursue a Ph.D. in atomic, molecular, optical, radiation, medical, or chemical physics. - GPA of 3.0/4.0, or better.