SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is a basic research laboratory operated for the Department of Energy (DOE) by Stanford University. SLAC has an exciting program offering summer internships for undergraduate students majoring in science or engineering to conduct research at the laboratory in Menlo Park, California.

During the internship, students work with a scientist or engineer on a project related to the laboratory’s research program. At the conclusion of the program, students write a research paper and make a brief presentation on their projects. Students also participate in a program of scientific lectures and tours.

The 2009 summer program at SLAC lasts for eight weeks, from June 22 to August 14. An additional week of participation through August 21 is optional, but encouraged.

Students selected for the internship receive:

• Stipends
• Travel expenses
• Free housing on Stanford University campus

SLAC is a world-renowned center with research opportunities in physics, chemistry, materials and environmental sciences, scientific computing, and in many engineering fields.

During the program, students work with a scientist or engineer on a project related to the laboratory's research program. Student projects range from solar-cell technology to astrophysics, from cancer drug research to particle physics and accelerator design, and from biocompatibility of medical devices to ultrafast (femtosecond) phenomena.

To learn more about the research conducted at SLAC, view our Research Programs.

Information on SLAC's scientific computing can be found at SCCS.

The 2009 summer program at SLAC lasts for eight weeks, from June 22 to August 14. An additional week of participation through August 21 is optional, but encouraged.

Important Dates:

• Application deadline for 2010 will be announced shortly

Eligibility for SULI Internship:

• United States Citizen or Permanent Resident Alien
• Undergraduate majoring in science or engineering
• Ability to commit to an 8-week program at SLAC

To Apply:

• Complete the Department of Energy's online SULI Internship application
• Specify SLAC as your first choice laboratory assignment
• Send an e-mail to Eric Shupert expressing your interest in SLAC program

If you need more information or assistance, please contact:

• Eric Shupert