American Astronomical Society

Information on the 2008 APS/IBM Research Internship for Undergraduate Women is now available. These summer internships are salaried positions typically ten weeks long, and include in addition a $2,500 grant, plus the opportunity to work with a mentor at one of three IBM research locations. Applications must be submitted by 1 February 2008.

Dates: July 13-24, 2009

Location:
Institute for Advanced Study
Princeton, NJ USA

For more information and to apply: http://www.ias.edu/pitp

This is a ten-week program in which students work with staff members at the Institute for Defense Analyses on a variety of research projects related to national security. IDA is located in Alexandria, Virginia. This program is for undergraduate and graduate students and is open to U.S. Citizens only.

The Netherlands Foundation for Research in Astronomy (ASTRON) and the Joint Institute for VLBI in Europe (JIVE)'s Summer Research Program enables astronomy students (both undergraduates and beginning graduate students have participated in the past including people having just finished undergrad about to start grad school) to spend the summer at the Dwingeloo Observatory, conducting astronomical research in collaboration with ASTRON and JIVE staff members.

The Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth (CTY) is seeking Instructors and Teaching Assistants to teach gifted students 8-16. CTY is an intensive 3-week residential academic program where students can study advanced topics at a pace and depth that match their abilities. CTY has 20 sites on campuses in MD, DC, VA, PA, NY, MA, RI, CA. CTY encourages Astronomy or Physics graduate students or faculty with teaching experience to apply for Instructor positions. We encourage Astronomy or Physics undergraduates with upper level course work and a GPA of 3.2 and/or with significant interest in astronomy to apply for Teaching Assistant positions. CTY staff work with exceptional students, make contacts friendships with dynamic colleagues, and gain valuable experience in a rigorous academic community.

As part of its celebration of the 50th anniversary of its founding, the Space Studies Board (SSB) has expanded the scope of the Space Policy Intern program it has operated since 1992 by initiating the Lloyd V. Berkner Space Policy Internships. The goal of the program is to provide promising undergraduate and graduate students with the opportunity to work in the area of civil space research policy in the Nation's capital, under the aegis of the SSB. Established in 1958 to serve as the focus of the interests and responsibilities in space research for the National Academies, the Board provides an independent, authoritative forum for information and advice on all aspects of space science and applications, and it serves as the focal point within the National Academies for activities on space research. It oversees advisory studies and program assessments, facilitates international research coordination, and promotes communications on space science and science policy between the research community, the federal government, and the interested public. The SSB also serves as the U.S. National Committee for the International Council for Science (ICSU) Committee on Space Research (COSPAR). The Lloyd V. Berkner Space Policy Internships are offered twice annually. The summer program is restricted to undergraduates and the autumn program is open to both undergraduate and graduate students. The deadline for applications for the summer 2009 program is February 2, 2009. The deadline for applications to the autumn program is August 3, 2009. Additional information about the program, including application procedure, can be found at the Space Policy Internship web page.

The Universities Space Research Association along with the Lunar and Planetary Institute invites undergraduates with at least 50 semester hours of credit to experience cutting-edge research in the planetary sciences. As a LPI Summer Intern Program in Planetary Science 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 planetary science. The Summer Intern Program allows participants to experience a real research environment, to learn from top-notch planetary scientists, and to preview careers in research College undergraduates with at least 50 semester hours of credit interested in pursuing a career in the sciences are eligible. Relevant fields of study include the natural sciences, engineering, computer sciences, and mathematics. Applicants will be considered for appointment without regard to race, creed, color, sex, national origin, age, handicap status, or other non-merit factors. Selection is based on these criteria: (1) scholarship, curriculum, and experience; (2) career objectives and scientific interest; and (3) match of interest of applicant with available research projects. All online application information must be received at LPI no later than January 25, 2008. Notification of selection will be made by March 1, 2008. Successful applicants should be prepared to make a decision regarding the offer to participate within two days of notification. The 10-week program runs from June 2, 2008 to August 8, 2008. You will receive a $3,500.00 stipend plus housing and a $1,000.00 travel expense reimbursement.

Connie Edwards
Human Resources Specialist
3600 Bay Area Blvd.
Houston TX 77058
Phone: 281-486-2180
Fax: 281-486-2173

The NASA Graduate Student Researchers Program (GSRP) awards fellowships for graduate study leading to masters or doctoral degrees in the fields of science, mathematics, and engineering related to NASA research and development.
The goal of NASA's GSRP is to cultivate research ties to the academic community, to help meet the continuing needs of the Nation's aeronautics and space effort by increasing the number of highly trained scientists and engineers in aeronautics and space-related disciplines, and to broaden the base of students pursuing advanced degrees in science, mathematics, and engineering. Research opportunities described in this solicitation are assessed and updated annually to complement the mission requirements of NASA. Research areas are in disciplines that lead to aeronautics and space careers.

The program supports approximately 300 graduate students annually. NASA's discipline scientists and technologists evaluate applications based upon academic transcripts, research proposal, Faculty Research Adviser's recommendation, and the proposed utilization of NASA Center or university research facilities.

Mentoring and practical research experiences are important aspects of the GSRP Fellowship. It is common practice for the Centers to host students during the summer months to fulfill this purpose; however, the schedule may vary depending on each Center's capacity. Practical research experiences at the NASA Centers will be coordinated by the GSRP Program Managers.

NSF Summer opportunities in Japan and Korea. An underutilized program by US graduate students. Check this exciting program out!

For over forty-eight years, NRAO has conducted a summer student research program, in which the student works closely with an NRAO mentor on a research project. The NRAO site at which a summer student will work depends on the location of the NRAO supervisor to whom the student is assigned. Students who are US citizens or permanent residents and are enrolled in a degree program are eligible to apply for the 10 to 12 week program. Some positions will be available for graduating seniors or graduate students.

ONTHEFRINGE is a series of four schools designed to train young astronomers in optical interferometry. The last school of the series will take place in Hungary, in June 2008, it's theme is Astrometry and Imaging with the VLTI.

The SESI program is a joint program with IACS in the Physics Department of the Catholic University of America (CUA), EUD/GSFC and Science and Exploration Directorate at GSFC. Student opportunities are open in all divisions of the Science and Exploration Directorate.

The Space Telescope Science Institute, in Baltimore, Maryland, offers internship opportunities for advanced undergraduates through its Summer Student Program. STScI is responsible for the scientific operations of the Hubble Space Telescope and the James Webb Space Telescope, due to be launched in 2013. Up to 20 junior- or senior level undergraduate students are selected each year to join the SSP.

Successful applicants engage in a variety of the work performed at STScI, working one-on-one with our staff members. Opportunities include astrophysical research in all areas, science writing, analysis of technical data in support of our missions, and web development. Additional information on the 2008 program may be found at:
STScI Summer Student Program

Please note that the deadline for applications is February 20, 2008.

Please consult the web page for application requirements.

The Summer Science Program seeks faculty to inspire tomorrow’s astronomers, on each of two campuses (Ojai, California, and Socorro, New Mexico). Senior faculty lecture in astronomy, calculus, and general physics (with emphasis on orbital dynamics). Teaching assistants mentor and tutor students, and teach them to operate equipment. Working in teams of three, students perform an asteroid orbit determination from first principles using their own observations, measurements, and software; field trips and guest speakers round out the curriculum. For senior faculty, a PhD in a physical science, and experience teaching gifted high school students, are preferred but not required. Graduate students and upper-class undergraduates studying astronomy or physics may apply to be Teaching Assistants. Faculty receive salary, housing, meals, and travel reimbursement. Positions are open until filled, usually by March.

The Science and Engineering Apprentice Program (SEAP) provides an opportunity for students to participate in research at a Department of Navy (DoN) laboratory during the summer.

The goals of SEAP are to encourage participating students to pursue science and engineering careers, to further their education via mentoring by laboratory personnel and their participation in research, and to make them aware of DoN Research and technology efforts, which can lead to employment within the DoN.

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.

The program is designed as an 8 week internship during the summer of 2008. Please send a resumes or description of education and experience (including list of relevant courses and grades) as well as a transcript. A brief statement of interests and career goals is also helpful.

SEAP Program Director
US Naval Observatory
3450 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20392-5420

SEAP also provides competitive research internships to approximately 250 high school students each year. Participating students spend eight weeks during the summer doing research at approximately 15 DoN laboratories.

Program dates: Flagstaff: June 9, 2008- August, 1, 2008. Washington, D.C.: June 16, 2008 - August 8, 2008 Additional information on the 2008 program may be found at:
U.S. Naval Observatory SEAP Program

Please note that the deadline for applications is January 28, 2008.

Please consult the web page for application requirements.

The 4th NVO Summer School will be held 3-11 September 2008 in Santa > Fe, NM. In this nine-day, hands-on summer school, participants will > work with experienced NVO users and software specialists to become > familiar with how to discover, access, visualize, and analyze data > with the Virtual Observatory. Further information and application > instructions are at 2008 NVO SUMMER SCHOOL