Internships and REU Programs

What are REUs?

"The Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program supports active research participation by undergraduate students in any of the areas of research funded by the National Science Foundation. REU projects involve students in meaningful ways in ongoing research programs or in research projects specifically designed for the REU program." -NSF website

National Science Foundation REU Search Engine

*Most universities with a graduate program host summer REUs in various fields including physics, math, materials science, chemistry, biology, and more. The best way to find an REU is to google "_________ University REU Program"*

http://www.nsf.gov/crssprgm/reu/reu_search.jsp

Opportunities for Students with NASA

"Don't miss out on internships, fellowship and scholarships available from NASA. Check here often for new additions." -NASA website

APS/IBM Research Internship

"The American Physical Society and IBM co-sponsor two undergraduate research internship programs: the APS/IBM Research Internship for Undergraduate Women, and the APS/IBM Research Internships for Underrepresented Minority Students. The goal of these internships is to encourage women and underrepresented minorities to pursue graduate studies in science and engineering." -APS website

Find information here.

DAAD RISE

"RISE stands for Research Internships in Science and Engineering. RISE Germany offers undergraduate students from North American, British and Irish universities the opportunity to complete a summer research internship at top German universities and research institutions. RISE Germany is funded by the German Federal Foreign Office." -DAAD website

Find information here.

Mayo Clinic Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship

Find information here.

Department of Homeland Security Student opportunities

"The Department of Homeland Security offers a variety of prestigious scholarships, fellowships, internships and training opportunities to expose talented students to the broad national security mission." -DHS Website

Find information here.

UWEC Office of Research and Sponsored Programs SREU Information

http://www.uwec.edu/ORSP/grants/internal/SummerRes.htm

WiSTEM Student Testimonials

Claire spent a summer at the University of Michigan doing research on organic photovoltaic cells. Contact her if you have questions.