Summer Opportunities
This page exists to pass on communication about summer opportunities the program receives. If you personally know of something feel free to post a link.
REU at the Rochester Institute of Technology
The Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) site in the Department of Computer Science at Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) is inviting applications for summer 2010. Students will work in an interdisciplinary environment with special focus on:
- High performance distributed file systems - Advanced computer graphics techniques and packages - Visualization of galactic events
Participants will receive a stipend of up to $4,500 for 10 weeks, and a travel allowance up to $775. They will also stay free on campus with meals provided.
Application deadline: March 26th, 2010, 11:59 P.M. EDT Program duration: 10 weeks (June 7, 2010 -- August 13, 2010)
For more information, visit http://www.cs.rit.edu/~reu/
REU in Mathematics and Computation at Bard College
REU Program in Mathematics and Computation Summer 2010, Bard College
Website: math.bard.edu/reu Application deadline: April 1, 2010 To apply: mathprograms.org To contact us: mathreu@bard.edu To download/print a poster: http://math.bard.edu/reu/poster.pdf.
Bard College announces a new REU program in mathematics and computation. Projects are available in discrete geometry, coding theory, computational neuroscience, and mathematical ecology. The program is for 8 weeks starting on June 1, 2010. Review of applications will begin April 1st, 2010.
For more information, please visit math.bard.edu/reu. To apply, go to https://www.mathprograms.org/db/Bard/26, or go to mathprograms.org and click on " View Programs". Please email questions to mathreu@bard.edu. We welcome applications from both current sophomores and juniors, including students who have decided to major in mathematics as late as their junior year and students who are undecided about a career in mathematics. Applicants must not yet have graduated with an undergraduate degree at the time of the REU. Women and members of underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply. Note: Financial support is available only to U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
REU at Louisiana State University in Computational Science
This summer 2010, the Center for Computation & Technology (CCT) at Louisiana State University (LSU) will host its first Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU). This REU project is a nine week program where students will work collaboratively on a wide variety of computational science projects.
CCT provides an ideal setting for the REU student to become familiar with interdisciplinary research. With research groups exploring gravitational waves, complex emergent phenomena in material science, scientific visualization, coastal modeling, computational music, advance parallel computer architecture, among other topics, the participants will be working on cutting edge research in Computational Sciences.
The students will learn how to use the most current cyberinfrastructure tools with individually designed training sessions targeted to their specific degree of preparation. In addition, since most CCT research groups collaborate with international researchers, REU students will be exposed to how international collaborations work.
This program will involve eight students every summer, and will run from May 31, 2010 through July 30, 2010. Each student will receive a stipend of $4,500, free housing in university dormitories, and up to $500 in travel expenses to and from Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
We invite interested undergraduate and graduate students to consider applying for these positions. (Must be a US citizen or permanent resident to apply).
For more information, please visit: http://reu.cct.lsu.edu, or contact us at ktraxler@cct.lsu.edu.
REU at Montclair State on Imaging and Computer Vision
The Department of Computer Science and the Center of Imaging and Optics at Montclair State University are pleased to organize a 8 week intensive undergraduate research program where students will work individually and collaboratively on a wide variety of imaging and computer vision problems benefiting from a group of experienced research mentors. In 2010, the REU site will take place between May 24 and July 16. Five faculty mentors from within the CS and Math departments will provide supervision.
Here are some highlights:
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: MARCH 20, 2010
SUPPORT: The students will live and work in campus for the project period and will be compensated for their participation with a stipend of $4000. In addition, their lodging in campus will be paid and a daily meal allowance will be provided. Travel to and from Montclair are also covered (up to $600).
ELIGIBILITY: The program is open to computing related majors with at least one year of courses taken within the program of study. In our understanding, computing related areas include but are not limited to computer science, computational science, computer engineering, information technology, information systems, bioinformatics, electrical engineering, physics or mathematics. The students are also expected to know how to program in at least one high level language such as but not limiting to C, C++, or Java.
Eight positions are available each year. One of the students will play the role of peer mentor / student assistant and will start work in April 2010 (with additional compensation).
Funding is limited to United States citizens or US permanent residents. Members of the underrepresented groups are particularly invited to apply.
SPONSOR: The 2010 Summer program is contingent upon an expected award from the National Science Foundation
FURTHER INFORMATION: http://www.csam.montclair.edu/~robila/iMagine or email nsfreu@mail.montclair.edu , robilas@mail.montclair.edu
REU in Computer Science and Computer Engineering at the University of Kentucky
The University of Kentucky Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering is proud to announce its NSF sponsored Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program from June 10 - August 6, 2010.
Over the 8-week summer research experience, twelve undergraduate students will be exposed to faculty, graduate students, research staff, and other undergraduate students in a developing community that incorporates research activities with field trips, workshops, or other social activities. Several projects are available in a wide range of areas within Electrical & Computer Engineering.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 1, 2010
More detailed program information is available on the internet at http://www.engr.uky.edu/reu.
Paid Internship at Insomniac Games in Burbank, California
This one if from our alumna, Lisa Brown, who works at Insomniac Games. "Insomniac is looking for two gameplay programmer interns this summer. It's a very competitive internship, but some of your students may be interested nonetheless.."
http://www.insomniacgames.com/careers/job_openings/interns/#18
Research Experience for Undergraduates, Summer 2010, Ohio Wesleyan University
Ohio Wesleyan University announces the fourth year of its NSF-funded REU (Research Experience for Undergraduates) program in scientific computation. Projects are available in astronomy, computer science, mathematics, and physics. The program is for ten weeks starting on May 17, 2010. Review of applications will begin March 15, 2010 and will continue until all positions are filled. For more information, including an on-line application form, please see our website at http://reu.owu.edu or contact Dr. Brad Trees at brtrees@owu.edu.
REU at the University of Alabama
The Summer 2010 offering of The University of Alabama (UA) Research Experience for Undergraduates in Software Language Engineering (REU-SLE) spans 9 weeks (May 30 to July 30) and offers research and professional development opportunities for 10 undergraduate students. Available research projects share the theme of software language engineering, where "software language" is defined broadly to include programming languages, domain-specific languages, modeling languages, schemas, protocols and perhaps less obviously, application programming interfaces, class libraries, frameworks, and other implicitly defined languages.
Details about REU-SLE 2010, including an online application, can be found at:
[1] The application deadline is March 15, 2010.
We encourage applications from students who are also members of a group underrepresented in computing or who are enrolled in a minority, women's, or non-doctoral institution. In addition, we welcome applications from talented students majoring in disciplines other than computer science.
REU at Hope College in Michigan
Hope College is hosting a Computer Science NSF REU summer undergraduate research program in the summer of 2010. We have support for at least five undergraduate researchers who are not Hope students. Please encourage your students to consider this opportunity to be involved with computer science research. We have a special initiative to encourage the participation of both faculty and students from underrepresented groups. Application and information are available on our Web site at [2] Please note that we are also seeking faculty from underrepresented groups to do research with us this summer. There is a stipend and housing is included.
Applications are to be submitted online and are due February 26, 2010.
Here is the list of projects
1. A Flexible Model for Multi-Agent Based Simulation of Software Development Process with Ravi Agarwal 2. Human Computing Games to Solve NP-Complete Problems with Chuck Cusack 3. Handheld Mesh Networks with Mike Jipping 4. Evaluating the effectiveness of an educational assessment parsing algorithm with Ryan McFall 5. Development of bioinformatics software and statistical analyses for modeling bacterial metabolism and genetic regulation with Aaron Best, Matt DeJongh, and Nathan Tintle
REU in Supercomputing at the University of Maine
Here is the website for an internship involving supercomputing at the University of Maine. SuperMeThis is a great opportunity for anyone who is interested in applications of computing to large problems. The deadline is in mid March.
REU at DePauw University
Interested students are invited to apply for a summer REU at DePauw University in Greencastle Indiana. This is intended to let you experience research in computer science areas. Their website is at [3]
NIST Due February 1, 2010
(Re-post of Professor Shannon's mail 12/31)
This is to bring to your attention a great opportunity for a summer internship at the National Institute of Standards. Several of our students, Scott Albertine and Brittany Devine, have gotten these in the past and they can tell you about their experiences. These pay well, $4000 plus housing and travel but they have a very early deadline. [www.surf.nist.gov]
Your application is due to them I think on February 16. But, I have to apply for the grant as well and so I must have your information no later than February 1 if you want us to recommend you. Your personal letter is very important so you should start thinking about this right away if you are interested in applying.
Applicants must be US citizens and have a 3.0 average. If there are others who might be interested, please pass this along. This is not limited to CSC majors, but I have established Centre’s CSC department as one from which they will accept applicants. Other departments could do this as well.
Please let me know as soon as possible if you intend to apply. I think I can recommend up to five students so we will of course nominate the strongest students who are interested. After we make the nominations, scientists at the institute will select the students in which they are interested for their projects.
Hope to hear from you soon.
Christine Shannon
TWC Due February 1, 2010
Dear Joseph Oldham,
We'd love to have your assistance in spreading the word about our Summer Federal Government Programs! Students selected for these competitive positions will intern for 10 weeks at offices within the U.S. Department of Defense, Internal Revenue Service, Department of the Treasury, Coast Guard, or other government agencies. Many available positions call for candidates from the fields of business, computer science, mathematics, statistics, and engineering, so applications from students pursuing these majors are especially welcomed. Additionally, TWC encourages students from many diverse backgrounds to apply--including women, minorities and students with disabilities.
Accepted interns will receive significant financial assistance and, if needed, access to furnished apartment housing. The amount of financial assistance provided varies based on factors such as whether students are receiving academic credit, whether they live in Washington Center housing, and whether they are undergraduate or graduate level at the time of the internship.
Qualifications:
Students must:
- have U.S. citizenship;
- be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program with a GPA of 2.5 or above;
- be available for a ten-week period beginning May 26, 2010 (summer term);
- demonstrate experience and/or a strong interest in working for the federal government.
How to Apply:
All students applying to the regular Washington Center internship program will be considered for placement at federal agencies. However, students who are only interested in being considered for federal internship opportunities that provide financial assistance should apply under the Government Program option.
To do this, students must submit an online application at [secure.twc.edu]. Once they create a username and password, they should log in and start an Internship application. When prompted, students should select option 2 for the Government Program. The application has been modified from the one used in previous years, and students are encouraged to select more than one agency from among the choices listed, as similar positions may be available in multiple agencies.
As a reminder, undergraduate students from universities affiliated with The Washington Center must receive approval from their liaison for their application to be considered. Let us know if you are uncertain about your institution's affiliation status or would like to find out who is currently serving as your campus liaison. If applying under the Government Program option, students will be able to identify whether or not they intend to earn academic credit for their participation.
Selection Process:
Students will be considered on a rolling basis, with a deadline of February 1, 2010. Students will be notified of their placement status as decisions are made by each agency. For many programs, students may expect to wait several months before hearing about official offers or positions being filled.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me. Thank you for helping us to promote these opportunities to appropriate faculty, staff and students at your institution.
Sincerely,
Katie McKenzie
Program Coordinator, Institutional Relations
The Washington Center
Oak Ridge
Applications must be submitted by the end of January but they pass the applications around as soon as they are received. The process will continue until 30 positions are filled. It is in your best interests to apply as soon as possible. You will need to surf their site to see what kinds of projects are available. Especially pertinent to underrepresented groups, including women. Centre has had CHE students here recently, and computational skills are valued. Professor Shannon states that Ms. McCoy is quite helpful in the application process.)
Dear students and faculty members: The website is open for applications for summer 2010 internships through the Research Alliance in Math and Science program ([computing.ornl.gov/internships/rams/]). Please note that all fields are required for submission and for cyber security, there is no opportunity to save partially completed applications. Current student resumes should be uploaded as a Word (.doc) file with LAST NAME as the first word in the filename.
I look forward to receiving your application packages!
Best to you in 2010!
Debbie McCoy
Debbie McCoy Computing and Computational Sciences Directorate Oak Ridge National Laboratory P. O. Box 2008 Oak Ridge, TN 37831-6163
Virginia Commonwealth University Institute for Bioinformatics
Virginia Commonwealth University's NSF-supported BIOINFORMATICS and BIOENGINEERING SUMMER INSTITUTE provides talented undergraduates a taste of what their lives might be like in an intense graduate environment, so that they may judge for themselves whether a life devoted to research at its best is for them.
The experience extends over two summers, with an experience at the home school during the intervening academic year individually designed with the student's home mentor.
We hope that you might pass on this message to talented freshmen (rising sophomores) and sophomores (rising juniors) who might profit by the experience and at the same time make the experience richer for others. We're particularly interested in those who thrive at the bottom of learning curves and who bend those curves in new directions.
To see where in the U.S. previous participants have come from:
http://www.vcu.edu/csbc/bbsi/people/students/US-joint-map.jpg
To see examples of student projects and how they connect to students' lives at their home schools:
http://www.vcu.edu/csbc/bbsi/inst/twoyear/vcu-local-examples.html
To read what participants have said about their experiences:
http://www.vcu.edu/csbc/bbsi/inst/life/own-words.html
To read more on the program and how to apply:
http://www.vcu.edu/csbc/bbsi (Click Institute, then Application process)
REU in onLine Learning Environments
The following email describes an REU at the University of Wisconsin at Oshkosh. Nicola Klein was a participant last year.
Date: Thu, 7 Jan 2010 17:21:33 -0600 From: Tom Naps <naps@UWOSH.EDU> Subject: 2010 REU in CS online learning environments
Please announce to students who may be interested the following NSF REU research opportunity for this summer: EXPLORING OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE - DEVELOPMENT AND EFFICACY OF ONLINE LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS IN COMPUTER SCIENCE (NSF Award Number 0851569).
The enormous growth of open source software presents both challenges and opportunities for computer science research and education. Preparation for careers in computing will require new ways of thinking about software design that meet the needs of the open source community. The overarching theme of this REU site is the improvement of computer science instruction through the development of more effective open source online learning systems that address the unique requirements of Computer Science. The JHAVE algorithm visualization project, based at the REU site, is a highly interactive approach to online learning in computer science and will provide the foundation for the open source exploration. Within that context, two research threads will allow participants to create a project aligned with their interests: 1) Design and development focused on new features for JHAVE and its integration with other open source projects such as Drupal and Moodle and 2) Experiments that evaluate the efficacy of these development efforts on instruction in computer science.
Projects will incorporate interdisciplinary perspectives from computer science, software engineering, and education. Students from the computing disciplines are encouraged to apply, but our research projects also offer opportunities for educational psychology and education majors with strong computing backgrounds, specifically at least two semesters of object-oriented programming in Java.
This summer's program will start on June 2nd, 2010 and run through July 28, 2010. Participants will receive stipends of at least $4000 for the eight-week period, travel expenses, and complete support for on-campus lodging and food. Additional funds will be provided for those participants who extend their research project by submitting it to one of several possible external venues. Application materials are due no later than February 28. Applicants will be notified of acceptance decisions no later than March 28. Details about applying can be found at the following URL: http://www.uwosh.edu/computer_science/reu-site
Thanks, Co-Principal Investigators: David Furcy (furcyd@uwosh.edu) and Tom Naps (naps@uwosh.edu)
