NASA Marshall’s Space Grant Research (MSGR) Internship Program – Applications Due March 1, 2008

NASA Marshall’s Space Grant Research (MSGR) Internship Program

General Description: In collaboration with NASA Space Grant Consortia, NASA Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) will host a 10-week summer undergraduate research program called the MSGR Internship Program. The program would support MSFC’s workforce development and research needs while at the same time supporting Space Grant’s efforts in workforce development, education, and research projects. Participating interns receive the opportunity to work hands-on with Marshall Scientists on exciting NASA projects. Educational seminars and social events will also be provided during the course of the internships.  

Dates: The deadline for application is March 1, 2008. Internships are planned for 10 weeks during the summer, tentatively June 2 – August 8, 2008.

Funding:  Space Grant funds support the students’ stipends and travel costs. Please consult your local Space Grant office to determine if they are participating in the program. A state-by-state list of Space Grant contacts can be found at the following website: http://calspace.ucsd.edu/spacegrant/webmap/sg_homepages.html

While funding is up to each individual Space Grant, the Oregon NASA Space Grant Consortium has agreed to fund one student from an affiliate institution within Oregon. Interns should expect to receive funding in the amount of $6,500, including travel allowance. Please review the list of affiliated institutions at the following website to determine your eligibility (other eligibility restrictions apply – see below): http://spacegrant.oregonstate.edu/members.html  

Eligibility: Students must meet all eligibility requirements to be considered for an internship position in the MSGR program. Eligibility requirements include:

• Enrolled full-time at an affiliated institution (see above)
• Be a U.S. citizen
• Maintain good academic standing within their institution

Selection: Scientists at the Marshall Space grant Research Internship Program will determine final selections.  Applications should be sent directly to the MSGR contact listed in the application packet.  The application packet is available at the following address:   http://spacegrant.oregonstate.edu/Marshall_MSGR_Program.pdf

Growing the Future: Plants in Space Video From NASA

Watch as the crew of space shuttle mission STS-118 explains plant growth chambers they are delivering to the International Space Station. To help NASA, the astronauts invite students to participate in the plant growth chamber experiment. In the U.S. lab of the International Space Station, Expedition 15 Flight Engineer Clayton Anderson prepares the plant growth chambers for a 20-day plant growth experiment. Viewers observe how the tiny plants grew before the experiments were returned to Earth on shuttle mission STS-120. Visit the following website to watch the video. http://www.nasa.gov/audience/foreducators/topnav/materials/listbytype/Growing_the_Future_Plants_in_Space.html

NASA Engineering Design Challenge: Lunar Plant Growth Chamber Photo Gallery

Follow the growth of cinnamon basil seeds on the International Space Station with a gallery of images documenting the experiment from its very beginning. The gallery features images of astronaut Clayton Anderson’s 20-day in-orbit experiment, including close-up views of the plants’ growth. Students participating in the NASA Engineering Design Challenge: Lunar Plant Growth Chamber can compare the growth of the plants on the space station with the growth of plants in their own growth chambers.   Visit the  following website to view the gallery and find more information about the NASA challenge.  http://www.nasa.gov/audience/foreducators/plant-growth-gallery-index.html

2008 GEMSEC Undergraduate Internships at University of Washington – Deadline Mar 3, 2008

The Genetically Engineered Materials Science and Engineering Center (GEMSEC) at the University of Washington will host a Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) Program from June 16th through August 23rd, 2008. Engineering and science students with broad interests across disciplines focusing on biomimetics, materials science, or nanotechnology are eligible to apply.

Participants in this ten-week program will be actively involved in hands-on scientific research with broad applications – e.g., bio-engineering, chemistry, electronics, materials science, optics, optoelectronics, physics, and the life sciences. Research projects will be designed and supervised by faculty members and interns will also work closely with graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and technical staff on projects using the unique resources offered through GEMSEC. Participants will both write up and present their research at the end of the summer.

Participants will receive a $3,800 stipend, plus housing; travel expenses to and from the UW may be covered for non-local students. Interns will be responsible for their own meals.

Eligible Student Participants: Participants must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States or its possessions, and must be enrolled in a degree program (part-time or full-time) leading to a baccalaureate or associate degree; students who are transferring from one college or university to another may participate. Students who have received their bachelor’s degrees are not eligible.

For more information, please visit the official website at   http://depts.washington.edu/gemsec/education/REU.html

Moon Math! — The Newest Addition to NASA Quest

Moon Math! is a set of two mathematics units designed for students in grades 6-9. The units are centered on the theme of lunar habitat design. Each unit is supported by paper-and-pencil activities, as well as an interactive software application.

All lesson plans and software applications for these units are free and can be downloaded at http://quest.nasa.gov/vft/#moon_math.

LIMA Challenge From NASA Quest – Registration Begins March 2008

In this challenge, students become scientists and propose Antarctic research. The Landsat Image Mosaic of Antarctica is the first true-color high-resolution satellite view of the Antarctic continent. Using this view of Antarctica, students must develop a research question and debate the value of studying the chosen feature. Registration is expected to begin in March 2008, but check the challenge site frequently for new resources to get ready for the challenge. http://quest.nasa.gov/challenges/lima  

Cratering the Moon Challenge From NASA Quest – Registration Begins February 2008

The Lunar Crater Observation and Sensing Satellite mission will search for water ice at the south pole of the moon. Finding deposits of water ice would be a crucial step in deciding where to locate a human outpost on the moon. In this challenge, students are must design a lunar impact simulator and determine the optimal impact angle to get the most information from the impact. Registration begins in February 2008. Background references are available now at http://quest.nasa.gov/challenges/lcross/

Long List of Internships and Scholarships Closing Jan-Feb, 2008

Jet Propulsion Lab (JPL) Summer Internships (Oregon Students) – Deadline: Jan 28, 2008

The program dates are June 18 – August 22, 2008. Engineering and science undergraduate students (rising juniors and seniors) and graduate students are encouraged to apply. Underrepresented minority participation is encouraged.

· Applicants must be U.S. citizens
· Currently enrolled as a rising junior or senior at an Oregon Space Grant affiliated institution (see website for a list)
· Have a 3.0 or better cumulative GPA
· JPL engineers and scientists will review the resumes and make final selections.

Student intern housing will be provided on the Caltech campus in Pasadena California. Bus transportation from Caltech to JPL will be provided. In addition to technical tasks, students will take part in seminars, social events, and other enrichment opportunities offered by JPL and Caltech.

The Oregon NASA Space Grant Consortium will sponsor four (4) students from affiliate institutions to attend this program. The selected students will receive a $6K stipend plus $500 travel allowance. JPL will supply full-time mentors for the activities and administrative costs for the program. Applicants will provide a resume and a copy of current transcripts. Students are encouraged to include a career objective (preferably aerospace related) at the top of their resume. Cover letters are optional. Interested students should send resume and transcripts directly to the Oregon Space Grant office by email at spacegrant@oregonstate.edu or by mail at the following address:

Oregon Space Grant Consortium
JPL Internship Program
92 Kerr Administration Building
Corvallis, OR 97331-2103

Students should not send resumes directly to JPL. Paperwork must be received in the Space Grant office no later than Monday, January 28, 2008.

For questions regarding this program, contact us at (541) 737- 2414, or via email at spacegrant@oregonstate.edu
A List of available Internship Positions is available here: http://spacegrant.oregonstate.edu/intern.html

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ESMD Internship Opportunities – Deadline Jan 28, 2008

NASA Exploration Systems Mission Directorate is offering student opportunities related to Exploration in partnership with the National Space Grant Consortia. Contact your local Space Grant Consortium for further details on the area of your interest. You may also visit http://education.ksc.nasa.gov/ESMDspacegrant/  for specific information.

Internships:
Spend 10 weeks in private industry or at a NASA Center working on an Exploration project Includes a stipend of $6000 (includes travel allowance). Selected students will be responsible for acquiring housing arrangements and travel plans. Students should contact their local Space Grant Consortium for internship availability in your area.

Application deadlines:
Jan 28 for Summer 2008
May 1 for Fall 2008

Check http://education.ksc.nasa.gov/ESMDspacegrant/  for the application and available positions.

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Undergraduate Student Research Program (USRP) Summer Internships – Deadline Jan 31, 2008

NASA’s Undergraduate Student Research Program is currently accepting applications for 10-week summer 2008 internships. These internships offer students the opportunity to work alongside NASA scientists and engineers at NASA’s centers, laboratories and test facilities.

Applicants must be U.S. college sophomores, juniors or seniors with majors or course work concentration in engineering, mathematics, computer science, or physical or life sciences. Applicants must be U.S. citizens.

The application deadline for the summer 2008 session is Jan. 31, 2008.
For more information, visit:
http://www.nasa.gov/audience/forstudents/postsecondary/programs/Undergraduate_Student_Research_Project.html

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Oregon Space Grant Undergraduate Scholarships – Deadline Feb 1, 2008

Applications are now being accepted for the Winter Term 2008 Undergraduate Scholarship competition for Students in the state of Oregon.

The Oregon NASA Space Grant Consortium (OSGC) is pleased to provide undergraduates from our member colleges and universities opportunities to apply for scholarship awards that support their academic goals and recognize their achievements. Scholarships are open to new and continuing students in the disciplines of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) disciplines. The OSGC Undergraduate Scholarship Program supports the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) objectives of fostering and encouraging career goals that impact the aerospace industry. Individuals from under-represented groups are encouraged to apply.

APPLICATION DEADLINE – Friday February 1, 2008

AWARDS – Scholarships up to $5,000 will be awarded through a competitive process at individual member institutions. Awards will be made payable directly to the student and presented by a representative of the member institution. Students receiving awards in past competitions may apply and receive awards for subsequent competitions.

ELIGIBLITY – Scholarships are open to students who meet the following eligibility criteria:

Enrolled full-time at a member institution during period of the award
Pursuing a baccalaureate degree in a science, technology, engineering or math discipline, including math or science education – OR pursuing an associate degree in applied science with intent to pursue a baccalaureate degree in same.
Good academic standing
U.S. Citizen
REVIEW CRITERIA – Applications are reviewed based on the following criteria:

Scholastic achievement
Aerospace related career goals
Strength of recommendations

APPLICATION PROCEDURE – For complete guidelines and applications, go to the Oregon NASA Space Grant Consortium website at: http://spacegrant.oregonstate.edu/undergraduateguide.html  All application materials, including supporting documentation, must be received at the Oregon Space Grant Consortium office by the posted deadline. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered for funding.

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NASA Langley Research Center (LaRC) Internships – Deadline Feb 1, 2008

NASA Langley Research Center (LaRC) invites rising undergraduate juniors and seniors, and graduate students who are pursuing degrees in engineering (aeronautical, chemical, computer, electrical, environmental, mechanical, systems), engineering management, materials science, mathematics, computer science, chemistry, physics, atmospheric science or selected aerospace-related majors, and other majors that lend support to NASA’s mission in special project areas such as but not limited to accounting, business, public administration, journalism, history, photography and media arts to apply for the LARSS program.

Eligibility Requirements include:
✦ U.S. Citizenship
✦ Full-time student at an accredited U.S. college or university
(Community College students selection is contingent on matriculation into an accredited 4-year institution.)
✦ Classification as a rising undergraduate junior or senior, or graduate student (master’s or doctoral level) by the start of the program
✦ Cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
✦ “Bridge Program” * opportunities for rising high-school seniors, college freshmen and sophomores who have previous NASA program experience and a 3.5 GPA. *(Bridge Programs include: NASA SHARP Program, CHROME, NASA Governor’s School, and the Volunteer Services Program)

Application Deadlines:
2008 Summer Session Deadline: Friday, February 1, 2008
2008 Fall Session Deadline: Friday, March 7, 2008
2009 Spring Session Deadline: Friday, October 24, 2008

Spring, Summer, and Fall internships are available. Please visit the LaRC website for details: http://research.nianet.org/larss/

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Graduate Student Researchers Project – Deadline March 1, 2008

( UPDATE – APPLICATIONS NOW ACCEPTED UNTIL MARCH 1 )  Applications are now being accepted for NASA’s Graduate Student Researchers Project. Through GSRP, NASA awards fellowships for graduate study leading to research-based master’s or doctoral degrees in science, mathematics and engineering fields related to NASA research and development.

GSRP supports approximately 300 graduate students annually. Applicants must be currently enrolled or accepted as full-time students at an accredited U.S. college or university. Applicants must also be U.S. citizens.

All application materials must be received no later than March 1, 2008. For more information, visit:
http://www.nasa.gov/audience/forstudents/postsecondary/programs/Graduate_Student_Researchers_Project.html

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Harriett G. Jenkins Predoctoral Fellowship – Deadline Feb 1, 2008

Applications are now being accepted for the Harriett G. Jenkins Predoctoral Fellowship. Up to 20 Fellows will be selected to receive support for graduate education in NASA-related STEM disciplines. The fellowship is open to full-time women, minorities and disabled graduate students studying science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Students are selected for fellowships that include financial support and opportunity for hands-on research experience at a NASA center. Fellowship tenure is three years for candidates seeking either a master’s or doctoral degree in NASA-related fields.

The mission of the fellowship is to increase the number of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities participating in mathematics, science, engineering and technology disciplines.

Applications for this opportunity are due Feb. 1, 2008. For more information and to apply online, visit http://www.uncfsp.org/spknowledge/default.aspx?page=program.view&areaid=1&contentid=177&typeid=jpfp

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Kennedy Space Center Internships – Deadline Feb 1, 2008

Kennedy Space Center in Florida is seeking Faculty and Student teams for the Kennedy Summer Internship Program (KIP). Funded by NASA’s Space Operations Mission Directorate (SOMD), these 10-week internships provide stipends and a travel allowance to both the faculty and student participants.

Eligibility: Each team must be composed of one faculty and one student. Team members must be U.S. citizens.
Dates: June 2 –August 8, 2008 (10 weeks)
Stipends: Faculty $14,000 and up to $1,500 travel allowance; Student $5,000 and up to $1,000 travel allowance
Application Deadline: February 1, 2008

Teams must apply for specific SOMD project slots and must indicate slot preferences during the application process. To access the application forms and review descriptions of each available project slot, visit the following website: https://secureworkgroups.grc.nasa.gov/fast
password = FAST ; Click on “join” then Option “A”.

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Motivating Undergraduates in Science and Technology (MUST) Scholarships – Deadline March 1, 2008

( UPDATE APPLICATIONS NOW ACCEPTED UNTIL MARCH 1, 2008 )  The Motivating Undergraduates in Science and Technology Project, funded by NASA, is a joint partnership between the Hispanic College Fund, the United Negro College Fund Special Programs and the Society for Hispanic Professional Engineers.

MUST awards scholarships and internships to undergraduate students pursuing degrees in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, also known as STEM fields. The MUST Project is open to all undergraduate students and is particularly focused on engaging students from underserved and underrepresented groups to enter STEM fields.

Each year, the MUST Project supports approximately 100 undergraduate students with a one-year competitive scholarship of up to one-half of tuition, not to exceed $10,000. Students who maintain the required minimum grade point average will be eligible for a paid internship at a NASA center or other research facility. Additionally, students will benefit year-round from tutoring, lecture series and mentoring from STEM faculty and peers.

The application period closes on March 1, 2008. For more information, visit:
http://www.nasa.gov/audience/forstudents/postsecondary/programs/Motivating_Undergraduates_Science_Technology.html

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NASA DEVELOP Internship for Summer 2008 – Deadline Feb 4, 2008

NASA’s DEVELOP Summer 2008 Internship Program for undergraduate and graduate students with an interest in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or Remote Sensing is seeking applicants. This is a paid 10-week internship program located at NASA Ames Research Center in Mountain View, California that begins June 9, 2008 (for semester system) or June 16 (for quarter system).

DEVELOP is a NASA Science Mission Directorate Applied Sciences Program that fosters human capital development to extend science research to local communities. Student teams research NASA science capabilities relevant to community concerns, create and complete projects using remote sensing and GIS techniques, and create advanced computer generated visualizations demonstrating research results. The activities are student-led, with mentors from NASA and partner organizations.

A stipend will be provided for selected students. Housing for students coming from outside the area will be provided and is located near the DEVELOP facilities, with accessible public transportation. The Program also covers per diem and other travel costs for fieldwork conducted during the Program.

Applications must be postmarked by February 4, 2008. Telephone interviews will be conducted shortly after applications are received. Students selected for a summer 2007 DEVELOP internship will be notified by March 15, 2007.

For further information on the DEVELOP Internship Program at NASA Ames Research Center, please access the National Program website at: http://develop.larc.nasa.gov

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US Government Accountability Office Internships – Deadline Feb 15, 2008

GAO is looking for graduate students in a wide variety of fields to assist GAO analysts to plan and conduct reviews of executive and legislative branch programs in paid internships. The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO), the congressional watchdog, is an independent and nonpartisan agency. GAO’s analyses and insights help Congress make informed decisions on policy and programs and ensure the accountability of the Federal government for the well-being of the American people.

U.S. Citizenship is required. The announcement is open until Friday, February 15, 2008.
For more information about GAO please visit http://www.gao.gov/careers/where.html

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Space Telescope Science Institute Summer Student Program – Deadline – Feb 20, 2008

The Space Telescope Science Institute has announced its Summer Student Program for college undergraduates. The program will run 10 weeks from June through August 2008. STScI is located in Baltimore, Md., on the Homewood campus of Johns Hopkins University.

The Summer Student Program is centered upon one-on-one student interaction with a scientist working at the Institute. The diverse range of scientific interests includes the study of Earth’s solar system, interacting binary stars, quasars at the edge of the universe and the quest for intelligent life elsewhere. The goal is to place students in a true research environment where students will participate directly in research, including data acquisition, reduction and interpretation. At the end of the program, students will present their summer’s work at an informal symposium of their peers and mentors.

The Summer Student Program is oriented toward upper-division college undergraduates, typically students between their junior and senior years. Most participants are physics or astronomy students, but applications are welcome from anyone with enough interest and experience in science who wants to take part in a research experience. Foreign students are welcome to apply. Applications are due Feb. 20, 2008.

For more information, including answers to frequently asked questions, visit http://www.stsci.edu/institute/sd/students  . Please e-mail any questions about this opportunity to summerintern@stsci.edu

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THE WHITE HOUSE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM – Deadline Feb 26, 2008

We are looking for those who would like to serve something greater than themselves. A White House Internship provides an opportunity for current students and recent graduates to experience everyday life at the White House while working with high-level officials on a variety of tasks and projects.

Strong applicants should exhibit:
∗ Sound academic credentials
∗ A demonstrated interest in public service
∗ Solid written and verbal communication skills
∗ A history of community involvement
∗ Strong character and leadership skills

Beyond experiencing the day-to-day operations of the White House, interns participate in a speaker series, tours, community service projects, and various White House events.

SUMMER 2008 INTERNSHIP
May 20th – August 15th
APPLICATIONS DUE FEBRUARY 26, 2008

FALL 2008 INTERNSHIP
August 26th – December 12th
APPLICATIONS DUE JUNE 3, 2008

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND AN APPLICATION, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT:
http://www.whitehouse.gov/government/wh-intern.html

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