I constantly come across interesting opportunities for students who are looking for some help with their future careers. Make sure you keep checking links below to see what's available. More added all the time.
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NASA "INSPIRE" Internships.
Deadline for application (for Summer 2010 internships) is June 30,2009
Interdisciplinary National Science Project Incorporating Research and Education Experience (INSPIRE)
Please note, only students accepted into the INSPIRE Online Learning Community will be allowed to apply for the 2010 summer STEM experiences.
The Interdisciplinary National Science Project Incorporating Research and Education Experience, or INSPIRE, is a multi-tiered year-round program designed for students in ninth- to 12th -grade who are interested in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, or STEM, education and careers.
The Online Learning Community, or OLC, is INSPIRE's centerpiece providing a place for INSPIRE students to interact with their peers, NASA experts and education specialists. Through grade-level-appropriate educational activities, chats and the discussion board, students and their families will be exposed to the many careers and opportunities at NASA. The OLC also provides parents resources designed to help them champion their student's education and career goals. To ensure all students have an opportunity to participate in the OLC, those who qualify for the National School Lunch Program are eligible to receive a free laptop. Once accepted into the OLC, students and their parents remain participants of the community through the students' freshmen year of college as long as they stay active participants.
SUMMER EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Updated 4/22/09
1. Programs at 8 different schools in DC.
I am writing this note to qualified adults and college students who might be interested in working this summer or who might know of someone who might like a job for the summer. I need a total of 21 instructors. You do not need any prior teaching experience. Read the application. See if you have any questions, and direct them toward me. The basics are listed below. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions.
Pay is $30 per hour. There is a four hour minimum, teachers can work, 4 hours shifts, 7 hour shifts, or 10 hours shifts (no overtime). There are three sessions that are three hours long each. Times: 8:30am-11:30pm, 12:00pm-3:00pm, and 3:15pm-6:15pm. Most of our sessions are slated for the late period (3:15pm-6:15pm). We will be using the First Tech Challenge Kits.
Dates for summer school are June 22, 2009 - August 5, 2009, with the robotics teams sessions beginning on June 29, 2009. There will be a culminating event final competition the week of August 3, 2009.
Here is a link to the summer instructor application page
Potential staff can apply at this location. There is a lot more information there, including training dates and requirements for working with children/teens etc. Please also send an email to Denise Lewis at dlewis@usfirst.org if you are considering filling out the application so that we can keep an eye out for you.
Kenneth Lesley, PE, Engineering Department, Chair, McKinley Technology High School
202-281-3950 x1211219, kenneth.lesley@dc.gov
2. Teach Summer Courses in Computer Programming and Robotics
The Fairfax Collegiate Summer Program is hiring instructors to teach Summer Weekday courses in Web Design, Robotics, and Computer Programming at its Ashburn, Chantilly, Fairfax, Falls Church, and Herndon, VA locations. For program information, course descriptions, and schedules, please visit (www.FairfaxCollegiate.com). To apply, please send cover letter and résumé to Jennifer_Nossal@FairfaxCollegiate.com.
Jennifer Nossal, Director, Fairfax Collegiate , P.O. Box 8473, Reston, VA 20195, (703) 481-3080, (703) 481-3081(fax), Jennifer_Nossal@FairfaxCollegiate.com
Northrop Grumman Engineering Scholars
This scholarship program is intended to support promising high school seniors who intend to pursue a career in an engineering-related field and who live in communities where Electronic Systems is a major presence. Once $10,000 Scholarship is available in EACH Maryland county.
For more info Read This
$9,500,000 worth of College scholarships for FIRST team participants:
In 2009, 80 colleges and universities, professional associations, and corporations from the United States and Canada will provid over 440 individual scholarship opportunities, valued at over $9 million, to FIRST high school students. This is an official recognition of the knowledge and technical and life skills these students have gained from participating in a FIRST competition. FIRST scholarships enable students to pursue majors and careers in engineering, computer science, science, math, design, aeronautics, and many other technological fields. Check out this video produced by the Blue Alliance about FIRST scholarships.
Bucknell Community College Scholars Program (PA)
The program provides financial and administrative support to help Scholars experience life at Bucknell through a summer program and then earn a bachelor's degree from Bucknell. If you fit the criteria, love to learn, and want to know more, check out this page. The program is run in conjunction with Garrett College.
NOAA Hollings Undergraduate Internship Opportunity
Undergraduate students with an interest in NOAA are strongly encouraged to apply to be a NOAA Hollings Scholar. Some benefits include up to $8,000 in academic assistance per school year for full time study, a 10-week paid summer internship and an opportunity to work with a NOAA office. See the attached flier for more information.
