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ESMD SUMMER 2008 INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
PURPOSE
The purpose of the NASA Exploration Systems Mission Directorate (ESMD) Higher Education Internships is to train and develop the highly skilled scientific, engineering, and technical workforce of the future needed to implement the Vision for Space Exploration. These internships provide opportunities to involve a diverse group of undergraduate students in substantive, hands-on, engineering experiences to prepare them for future careers in space. Systems engineering experience is a key aspect of all these projects.
SUMMER 2008
For Summer 2008, the Illinois Space Grant Consortium (ISGC) will fund five internships in the following areas with these Illinois-based businesses:
CU Aerospace, Champaign, IL (one internship position)
Project Title: UltraSail Solar Sail Flight Experiment
Hbar Technologies, West Chicago, IL (two internship positions)
Project Title: Design of Solar-Powered Electrical Generator to Produce Antimatter
Packer Engineering, Naperville, IL (two internship positions)
Project Title: Oxygen Extraction from Lunar Regolith – MoonROx Challenge Team
Internships are full-time positions (at least ten weeks). Women, underrepresented minorities, and students with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Each student will receive a $5,000 stipend (to cover transportation, lodging and food). Interns will be required to provide an end-of-internship report by August 31, 2008 (format will be provided).
WHO SHOULD APPLY:
Eligibility:
- Sophomores, Juniors, or Seniors enrolled in an ISGC institution
- GPA ≥ 3.0/4.0, unless otherwise indicated in project description
- You must be a U.S. citizen
WHEN DO I APPLY?
The following schedule will be followed.
| extended to February 29, 2008 |
- January 15, 2008: Announcement to undergraduate students and call for student applications
- February 29, 2008: Applications due
- April 1, 2008: Appointments finalized
HOW DO I APPLY?
Complete and submit the application form. Make sure to complete the COMMENTS SECTION of the ESMD Application Form including information such as relevant work experience, leadership activities, computer languages, etc. that will aid in the selection process. References given in the application will be contacted by REU staff if a recommendation letter is needed.
Send a copy of your recent official transcript/course listings with grades including your GPA to:
Diane Jeffers
308 Talbot Lab MC-236
104 S. Wright St.
Urbana, IL 61801
Completed application forms and transcripts are due by FEBRUARY 29, 2008
If you have any questions contact: Diane Jeffers, dejeffer@uiuc.edu, 217/244-8048
