Arecibo Observatory REU Summer Assistantship Program
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Deadline: |
February 3, 2020 |
Start Date: |
10 weeks during summer (May-August) |
Duration: |
10 Weeks, May through August, 2020 |
Location: |
Arecibo, Puerto Rico |
Area of Interest: |
 Arts Biomedical Sciences Engineering, Computer Science, and Applied Sciences Humanities Physical Sciences Social and Behavioral Sciences Other: |
Category: |
Education |
Description: |
Students selected for the program will work with staff scientists on projects related to ongoing research or instrumentation development. Students will be exposed to the interdisciplinary character of this unique research facility through lectures by the staff and visiting scientists, seminar series, tours of the observatory facilities and frequent informal discussions with staff and scientists. Students are also expected to have the opportunity to conduct hands-on observing with the 305-m telescope. A bonus of our program is the opportunity to explore the beautiful island of Puerto Rico and its culture. Normally, a few students from universities in Puerto Rico, supported by our scientists or other programs, also have summer research internships at the Observatory. |
Benefits: |
Stipend of $450/week, round-trip airfare, room and board |
Major(s): |
Physics |
GPA: |
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Year In School at start of program: |
Freshman Sophomore Junior Senior |
Employment Eligibility: |
Has Citizenship Has Permanent Residence Has Work Permit Other: |
Required |
Resume Personal Statement Letters of Recommendation Other: Official Transcripts |
Contact: |
Ms. Administrative Assistant |
Program Website: |
https://www.naic.edu/ao/REUT/ |
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