Explore Oceanography at Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution 2008 Summer Student and Minority Fellowships

Each fellow conducts a research project under the guidance of a member of the Scientific or Senior Technical Staff. Fellows have an excellent opportunity to select and pursue a research problem of their own with access to more than two hundred practicing scientists and engineers and the facilities of a major oceanographic institution. Fellowship recipients also participate in a one-day practicum research cruise. This program aims to provide hands-on experience in ocean studies to a promising group of students with potential career interest in oceanography and/or marine policy.

Eligibility
Summer Student Fellow Undergraduates who have completed their junior or senior year at colleges or universities and are studying in any of the fields of biology, chemistry, engineering, geology, geophysics, mathematics, meteorology, physics, oceanography, and marine policy. Persons from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. Support for the program comes from the National Science Foundation Research Experience for Undergraduates Program and private benefactors.

Summer Student Fellowship Web page: http://www.whoi.edu/page.do?pid=8060

Minority Fellow
Students from underrepresented groups who have completed at least one year of study in physical or natural science, mathematics, or engineering and have an interest in marine sciences, oceanographic engineering or marine policy. U.S. citizens or permanent residents may apply. Support for the program comes from the U.S. Geological Survey’s Center for Marine and Coastal Geology.

Minority Fellows Web page: http://www.whoi.edu/page.do?pid=9121

Timeframe
The program is held during the summer months (June-August) when most students are free to attend. Students arrive between the end of May and mid June and stay for 10-12 weeks. Minority Fellowships can be arranged at other times during the year.

Stipend/Travel/Housing
A stipend is provided for the 10-12 week program ($432 per week) plus a reasonable round trip travel allowance to Woods Hole. A housing allowance is provided for fellowship recipients.

Deadline
Completed applications are due by February 15, 2008.

Admissions page: http://www.whoi.edu/page.do?pid=8065