Research Opportunities Abroad for Summer 2014
Get hands on research experience in Germany, Finland, or Japan this summer! There are several research grant opportunities available for undergraduates, and there are no language requirements. Check out some of the opportunities below!
NanoJapan International Research Experience for Undergraduates
Location: Research labs throughout Japan
Description:
The NanoJapan Program is a 12-week, summer research internship focusing
on Terahertz (THz) Dynamics in Nanostructures that is open to freshman
and sophomore engineering and physics students from universities
nationwide. Generously supported by an NSF Partnerships for
International Research & Education (NSF-PIRE) grant, this summer
program seeks to cultivate interest in nanotechnology among young U.S.
undergraduate students, especially those from underrepresented groups,
and encourages such students to pursue graduate study and academic
research in the physical sciences. To be eligible students must be U.S.
citizens or permanent residents an each year up to 12 students will be
selected to participate.
Fields: Nanotechnology, engineering, physics
Eligibility: Freshmen or sophomores, U.S. citizen/permanent resident, interest in nanotechnology
Funding: Program covers airfare, orientations/meetings, and participants receive an NSF stipend of up to $4,500 for other expenses.
Dates:
May 15 to August 1, 2014 (note that they will help coordinate
proctoring of exams for students unable to arrange completing early if
they have exams after the program start)
Deadline: January 24, 2014
Aalto University Science Institute Internships
Location: Espoo, Finland
Description: The
Aalto Science Institute internship program offers undergraduate
students the opportunity to participate first-hand in topical research,
to interact with the premier research groups at Aalto University, and to
network in an international environment.
Fields: physics, computational neuroscience, nanophysics, computer science & engineering, mathematics,
Eligibility: Sophomore to senior, strong academic background and relevant coursework/experience
Funding: Interns receive a minimum salary of 1600 euros/month
Dates: Approximately June 1 – August 31, 2014
Deadline: January 31, 2014
RWTH Aachen University Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP)
Location: Aachen, Germany
Description:
The Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program at RWTH Aachen
University fosters research partnerships between qualified
undergraduates from top US and Canadian universities and research
faculty at our university. The program is specifically designed for
students who wish to attain hands-on experience in fundamental research
at one of the top universities of science and technology worldwide.
Before their research begins students will take an intensive German
language course.
Fields:
Biology, bioengineering, chemical engineering, chemistry, computer
science, economics, electrical engineering, linguistics, materials
engineering, mathematics, mechanical engineering, health sciences,
geological engineering, physics, political science, psychology,
sociology, textiles.
Eligibility: Undergraduate, U.S. or Canadian citizen/permanent resident, 3.2 GPA
Funding: 60 students will be selected and 30 will receive scholarships of 1,850 euros on a merit basis.
Dates: May 19 to July 25, 2014
Deadline: January 31, 2014
Website: http://urop-germany.de/
DAAD Research Internships in Science & Engineering (RISE)
Location: research labs throughout Germany
Description: RISE
is a summer internship program for undergraduate students from the
United States, Canada and the UK in the fields of biology, chemistry,
physics, earth sciences and engineering. RISE offers unique
opportunities for Bachelor students to work with research groups at
universities and top research institutions across Germany for a period
of 2 to 3 months during the summer. RISE interns are matched with
doctoral students whom they assist and who serve as their mentors. The
working language will be English.
Fields: Biology, chemistry, physics, earth sciences, engineering
Eligibility: Junior or senior (graduating Dec 2014 or later), enrolled at U.S./Canadian/UK institution (any citizenship)
Funding: All selected students (up to ~300) will receive scholarships of about 650 euros/month
Dates: Varies. Students start between May 15 and early July and stay for 8-12 weeks total.
Deadline: January 31, 2014
Website: https://www.daad.de/rise/en/
UAS7 German Universities of Applied Sciences Internship Program
Location: One of 7 applied science universities in Germany (Berlin, Bremen, Cologne, Hamburg, Munich, Munster or Osnabruck
Description:
The Internship Program (IP) is a new option for students interested in
hands-on research opportunities at a German university of applied
sciences. Internships offered by UAS7 member faculty allow IP
participants to work alongside teams in our campus research laboratories
and institutes.
Fields:
Aeronautical Engineering, Architecture, Biomedical Engineering,
Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Energy
Engineering, Ergonomics, Food & Nutritional Science, Life Sciences,
Logistics & Management, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering,
Nanoscience, Physics
Eligibility: Prior lab experience, enrolled at U.S. or Canadian university (any citizenship), strong academic record.
Funding: Successful applicants receive a UAS7 Travel Scholarship for transatlantic travel expenses.
Dates: Varies by research project. Summer and fall research available.
Deadline: February 15, 2014
University of Tokyo Research Internship Program
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Description: The
University of Tokyo Research Internship Program (UTRIP) is a summer
internship program for students majoring in natural science and other
relevant fields. The program will provide students with an opportunity
to gain the experience of "real graduate-school life" or
"research-centered life." UTRIP is a gateway to pursuing an advanced
degree and experiencing academic life at Todai.
Fields: Natural sciences, engineering, related fields
Eligibility: Sophomores to seniors (including May 2014 graduates), interest in pursuing graduate studies in the sciences
Funding: Two grants are available to help with expenses
Dates: June 12 to July 23 OR July 1 to August 3, 2014
Deadline: March 3, 2014
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