PMABS Summer Research Program | Partnership for Minority Advancement in the Biomolecular Sciences

• Who: Research internships are awarded on a competitive basis to students who meet the following requirements:  1. U.S. citizen or permanent resident; 2. Enrolled full-time at a college or university in the Continental U.S.; 3. Current freshman, sophomore or junior, majoring in a biological, biomedical or chemical science; 4. A minimum grade-point average of 3.0. Previous research experience is not required. Underrepresented students are strongly encouraged to apply.
• What: The PMABS Summer Research Program consists of academic enrichment activities, hands-on laboratory experience, and professional development opportunities which give you the chance to, interact with world-class scientists.
• Application Deadline: February 6, 2006
• More Information: website | Brian Rybarczyk, Ph.D, Program Coordinator | email | tel 919-843-903

Summer Program in Quantitative Sciences | Harvard School of Public Health

• Who: Undergraduates who are 1. US citizens or permanent residents from a member of a group that is underrepresented in graduate education (African American, Hispanic/Latino, American
  Indian/Alaskan Natives, Pacific Islander or Multiracial/Biracial) OR who are first-generation college students (neither parent or legal guardian has a bachelor's degree) OR who are a low-income student as defined by the U.S. Department of Education 2. in good academic standing with a GPA of 3.0 or better and have completed coursework in calculus and 3. interested in pursuing graduate studies in public health
• What: The Summer Program is a relatively intensive 4-week program, during which qualified participants receive an interesting and enjoyable introduction to biostatistics, epidemiology and public health research. This program is designed to expose undergraduates to the use of quantitative methods for biological, environmental and medical research. The program also provides useful advice about graduate school and the application process.
• Application Deadline: February 15, 2006
• More information: website | email

National Science Foundation Research Experiences for Undergraduates | all over the country

• Who: Current undergraduate students
• What: Paid research internships at universities across the country
• Deadline: Vary. Typically December and January for Summer 2006 positions
• More Information: web

Glaxo Smith Kline Internships | Undergraduate and Graduate Summer Internship Program, locactions vary but include Raleigh, NC

• Who: At a minimum, students must have completed their sophomore year of undergraduate studies.
• What: a variety of internship programs for students with backgrounds in bioscience, business, communications and other fields
• Deadline: Recruitment begins in January 2006
• More Information: web | tel 888-825-5249

Math and Theoretical Biology Institute Summer Program | Arizona State University

• Who: Students who have completed their Sophomore or Junior year, majoring in math, biology, or related fields and have had at least one year of calculus; Latinos, Native Americans and African Americans are strongly encouraged to apply.
• What: This intensive eight-week summer Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) in Los Alamos, New Mexico prepares promising young scientists interested in working at the interface of mathematics, statistics, and the natural and social sciences for the rigors of graduate studies. Participating students will receive airfare and transportation to Los Alamos, New Mexico (up to $500.00), room & board, and a $3000 stipend.
• Application Deadline: March 1, 2006
• More Information: website | email

Summer Research Internship Program | Multicultural Academic Opportunities Program, Virginia Tech

• Who: Students of any race or ethnicity who demonstrate a clear commitment to the pursuit of academic excellence are eligible to apply for MAOP programs.
• What: The summer research internship is often a life-changing experience for those who participate. Majors in a wide variety of fields - science, agriculture, natural resources, veterinary medicine, public policy, architecture, plus many other fields - spend 10 weeks during the summer working intensely with a faculty mentor on a research project. Students are paid a stipend of $2500, free room and board and a free and mandatory ten-week Graduate Record Examination (GRE) test preparation class. Participants will also be provided with many weekend activities of their choice and trips to nearby attractions.
• Deadline: March 1, 2006
• More Information: web | email | tel 540-231-5023

Student Conservation Association | Diversity Internships, Conservation Internships

• Who: Diversity Internships are available throughout the year to qualified and motivated college students and range in length from a minimum of ten weeks to six months or more.
• What: SCA's Diversity Internships are college internships that include a wide variety of stimulating, expense-paid positions at popular sites from coast to coast. SCA works with numerous federal agencies, private corporations and nonprofit organizations committed to diversifying their workforces, including the U.S. Department of Interior, National Park Service, National Center for Cultural Resources, Mazda Foundation, Rivers and Trails Conservation Assistance Program, The Nature Conservancy, and many more.
• Deadline: Rolling admissions. See website for more information.
• More Information: website | email | tel 603-543-1700