Paid Summer Research Internship in Physics & Engineering

WIGSAT - Women Inspiring Girls in STEM, Advancement & Training

Illinois

On-site

USD 22,041 - 27,552

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Fermilab offers a 12-week paid summer internship for undergraduate sophomores and juniors majoring in physics, engineering, materials science, mathematics, or computer science. Interns work on a research project with Fermilab scientists and engineers, attend a lecture series, and deliver a final report.

The program aims to broaden participation of underrepresented groups and women in science and engineering careers, with a focus on developing hands-on skills and professional growth.

Qualifications

  • Undergraduate sophomore or junior majoring in physics, engineering, materials science, mathematics, or computer science.
  • Interest in scientific and engineering careers.
  • Open to all; women encouraged.

Responsibilities

  • Complete a research work assignment with Fermilab scientists and engineers.
  • Attend an academic lecture series.
  • Deliver a final oral and written report.

Skills

Interest in scientific careers
Open to all; women encouraged

Job description

Fermilab offers a 12-week paid summer internship for undergraduate sophomores and juniors majoring in physics, engineering, materials science, mathematics, or computer science. Interns work on a research project with Fermilab scientists and engineers, attend a lecture series, and deliver a final report.

The program aims to broaden participation of underrepresented groups and women in science and engineering careers, with a focus on developing hands-on skills and professional growth.

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