Summer 2013 Term CCI
Applications are due January 10, 2013.
Apply here.
SLAC National Accelerator
Laboratory is a world-renowned laboratory with research
opportunities in physics, chemistry, materials and
environmental sciences, scientific computing, and many
engineering fields. SLAC’s summer internship program
offers exciting opportunities for community college
students seeking to enter technical careers.
The 2013 summer program at SLAC runs for eight weeks, from June
24 to August 16, with the option of an additional week
of participation through August 23.
Students selected for internships receive:
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Stipend ($500 per week)
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Travel expenses
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Free housing on Stanford University Campus
Research Opportunities
During the internship, each student
works with a mentor on technologies or instrumentation
projects or major research facilities supporting SLAC's
mission. At the conclusion of the internship, the
student writes a research paper and makes a brief
presentation on his or her project. Students also
participate in a series of lectures focused on
professional development, science, and tours.
To learn more about the research conducted at SLAC, view
our
Information on SLAC's scientific computing can be found on the Computing Division website.
Application Information
Who Should Apply?
Students much be currently enrolled as a full-time
student at a community college or accredited two-year
college and completed at least one semester at the time
of applying. They must have completed at least 6 credit
hours in science, mathematics, engineering, or
technology course areas, and completed at least 12
credits hours toward a degree.
Important Dates:
- October 9, 2012: online application opens
- January 10, 2013: application and letters of
recommendations deadline
- Program Dates: June 24 to August 16, 2013 (with
optional extension to August 23)
Eligibility for CCI Internship:
- United States Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Must be at least 18 years or older at the time the
internship begins
- Must have a GPA of at least 3.0
- Must have a high school diploma or GED
equivalent at the time of applying
- Ability to commit to an 8-week program at SLAC
To Apply:
Program Deliverables
Program participants must complete the following:
- Must complete the full 8 week program. Students
should expect to spend approximately 40 hours a week
working on their projects or participating in
development activities.
- Must complete the entrance and exit surveys
through the online system provided at the beginning
of the internship.
- Must make a poster presentation on the outcome
of their CCI related project activities and complete
a 6-8 page project report.
- For more information on deliverables, visit:
Community College (CCI) Program Deliverables
Requirements and Guidelines.
For More Information
Please visit the
CCI
website to learn more about the program and its
requirements.
Questions
If you have questions or need assistance, please contact:
Maria Mastrokyriakos
Training & Diversity Specialist
CCI Program Manager
Human Resources Department
2575 Sand Hill Road, MS 11
Building 41, Rm. 240F
Menlo Park, CA 94025
Tel: (650) 926-2265
Fax: (650) 926-4999
Email: mmastro@slac.stanford.edu
