The Minority Educational Institution Student Partnership Program offers talented undergraduate and graduate students summer internship positions with the U.S. Department of Energy and its national laboratories. Positions involve scientific research or a focus on policy, business, and government relations. All internships include paid lodging, round trip airfare, and monetary compensation.
As Program participants, students receive an intensive 10-week assignment to "jump-start" their careers and develop their potential for future opportunities within the federal government. Students work side-by-side with leading scientists, engineers, and other top professionals to develop professional skills and enhance leadership capabilities.
They seek students pursuing degrees in a variety of academic majors, including, but not limited to:
*Engineering* Biomedical, Chemical, Civil, Computer, Electrical, Environmental, Industrial, Material, Mechanical, Metallurgical, Nuclear, and Petroleum.
(including some areas in the Sciences, Social Sciences, and Business)
Details below.
Website: http://www.sdpp.org/about.php
Details:
Technical Experience
Interns gain 10 weeks of substantive professional and technical career experience while working side-by-side with an assigned mentor who is a subject matter expert in the U.S. Department of Energy. Mentors will help students tailor their practical work experience to the larger context of their professional interests.
Interpersonal and Leadership Skills
Interns participate in workshops that are designed to develop well-rounded leaders. Workshops may address topics such as time management, development of a professional identity, or effective communication skills.
Career Opportunities
Students have an opportunity to network with experts throughout the U.S. Department of Energy and its national laboratories. By attending business meetings, scheduled field trips and planned activities, students have a chance to explore career opportunities on a daily basis.
Eligibility requirements:
Applicants must:
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Be a U.S. citizen
- Have earned at least 24 semester hours (39 quarter credit hours)
- MUST BE ENROLLED (and provide proof of enrollment) as a full time undergraduate or graduate/professional student in an accredited institution of higher education in the fall 2010
- Maintain an overall GPA of 2.8 (minimum) or above on a 4.0 scale
Applicants must also demonstrate the following:
- Leadership potential
- Commitment to public service
- Interest in energy-related issues
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
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