Goddard Earth Sciences & Technology Center Staff

Summer Institute in Earth Sciences

June 1 - August 6, 2010

NASA Goddard Space Flight Center's (GSFC) Earth Sciences Division, through its Summer Institute in Earth Sciences program, is offering undergraduate students summer research opportunities at the world's leading Earth Sciences laboratories at NASA GSFC, located near Washington, DC in Greenbelt, MD.

The Summer Institute provides students the unique opportunity to conduct an intensive research project, both theoretical and experimental, in Earth Sciences. No previous experience in these sciences is required. Students select from a number of available projects and are matched with a Goddard Earth scientist to carry out an intensive summer research project.

THE PROGRAM

The program includes an Earth Science seminar series, NASA tours, and a variety of optional social and professional development events. To complete the program, both an oral report and a written report of the research effort will be required.

ELIGIBILITY

The program is directed primarily at undergraduates who are in their Junior year at the time of application. However, all undergraduates, who are currently enrolled in a U.S. college or university, are eligible, provided they are also U.S. Citizens or permanent residents. Computer and programming experience are highly desired, but not required. Applications from women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged.

COMPENSATION AND SUPPORT

Students receive a grant of $4,000, local housing, and economy travel expenses. The program must be completed to receive the total amount of the grant.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Applications will be accepted beginning January 2nd. On-line application and instructions are available at: http://education.gsfc.nasa.gov/Opps/OppsHome.php.

Application Deadline: February 12, 2010 (Please note, although the GSFC site lists February 7, 2010 as the closing date, for the Summer Institute program, applications will be accepted until February 12th.)

In addition to the application on-line, please have your original transcript(s) sent to Valerie (below) by mail and a copy of your completed application form (email) to:

CONTACT:

Valerie Casasanto
Program Coordinator
Goddard Earth Sciences &Technology Center (GEST)
NASA Goddard Space Flight Center
Bldg. 22, Room 168, Code 610.6
Greenbelt, MD 20771
Ph: +1(301) 286-6605 Fax: +1(301) 286-0574
E-mail: Valerie.A.Casasanto@nasa.gov

Last Updated November 13, 2009 3:32 PM