Wednesday, January 25, 2012

Tips on Finding and Applying to summer research programs!

Paid Summer Research Experiences:

What are they good for? How does it all work?

Tips on Finding and Applying to Programs

- Join a webinar on Thurs, Feb 2nd at 7 p.m. EDT for a short presentation followed by a Question & Answer period.
- Learn how to search for and apply to paid summer research experiences.
- Preregistration is requested. Please sign up and pre-share your questions with us at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/DSCCWF5

The Institute for Broadening Participation (IBP) is a non-profit organization created to design and implement strategies to increase access to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education and careers for diverse underrepresented groups. Web: www.pathwaystoscience.org

Questions about webinar?

Please contact:
Chris Cash
Director of Student Assistance Programs
Institute for Broadening Participation
P.O. Box 607
Damariscotta, ME 04543
ccash@ibparticipation.org

Monday, January 23, 2012

Volunteer Summer Internship Opportunity

The Kachemak Bay Research Reserve is looking for 2 volunteer Summer Marine Science Education Interns to work with Reserve staff from June 11 - August 18, 2012. Interns will enhance the experience of Homer visitors through interpretation, one-on-one assistance, and hands-on demonstration related to a variety of marine / coastal environment themes at KBNERR Discovery Labs, outdoor Estuary Hikes, and special events. Interns will work 30 hours per week. Weekly food allowance and housing is available also. Check out their website for more information and to get an application. Applications are due by March 18th, 2012!