PreCollege Opportunities
American Society for Engineering Education Student Essay & Video Contest
The American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) envisions widespread, inclusive, and equitable environments in engineering, academia, and industry that embrace individual differences and leverage diversity for a better engineered tomorrow. The ASEE Diversity Committee wants students from all walks of life and grade levels to share their community story by submitting an entry into the essay and/or video contests.
2016 Siemens Competition is Now Open
The Siemens Foundation established the Siemens Competition in Math, Science & Technology in 1999. The Competition is the nation’s premier science research competition for high school students and seeks to promote excellence by encouraging students to undertake individual or team research projects. It fosters intensive research that improves students' understanding of the value of scientific study and informs their consideration of future careers in these disciplines. Scholarships for winning projects range from $1,000 to $100,000.
Reaching for Olympic Glory
Science NetLinks offers these Olympics- and sports-related resources with the hopes that they will allow your students to see the excitement, hard work, and dedication that takes place not only in the ring and on the field during the Games, but also in the laboratories and on computer screens beforehand.
ESA LOFT Video Game Innovation Fellowship
The Entertainment Software Association (ESA) and Hispanic Heritage Foundation (HHF) Leaders on the Fast Track (LOFT) Video Game Innovation Fellowship challenges minority youths (ages 15-25) to develop video games and apps addressing social issues impacting their communities. Twenty Fellows, ages 15-25, will receive grants to continue development of their projects and fly to Washington, D.C. this October and present their ideas to the White House, Congress, and national community leaders. The Fellows will be selected for their vision, creativity and positive impact in their community.
The We R Native Photo Contest
Whether it’s hitting the powwow trail or pulling in canoe journey, summer is a great time to connect with culture. So how do you #REPRESENT? Share some ways you're showing your Native pride this summer and we'll enter you to win up to $150!!!
Champions for Change- The Center for Native American Youth (CNAY) is now accepting applications for the 2017 class of Champions for Change! Champions for Change are young Native Americans (ages 14 to 22) who demonstrate leadership and service within tribal and urban Indian communities, schools, and/or programs.
The 2016 Siemens Competition - The Siemens Foundation established the Siemens Competition in Math, Science & Technology in 1999. The Competition is the nation’s premiere science research competition for high school students and seeks to promote excellence by encouraging students to undertake individual or team research projects. Scholarships for winning projects range from $1,000 to $100,000.
NASA Internships are educational hands-on traineeships that provide unique NASA-related research and operational experiences for high school, undergraduate, and graduate students as well as educators. These internships integrate participants with career professionals emphasizing mentor-directed, degree-related, real-world task completion. During the internship participants engage in scientific or engineering research, development, and operations activities. In addition, there are non-technical internship opportunities to engage in professional activities which support NASA business and administrative processes.
Undergrad Opportunities
The We R Native Photo Contest -
Whether it’s hitting the powwow trail or pulling in canoe journey, summer is a great time to connect with culture. So how do you #REPRESENT? Share some ways you're showing your Native pride this summer and we'll enter you to win up to $150!!!
Ancestral Lands Programs - open to youth and young adults to complete conservation work projects on public lands through the Southwest. Apply now for Navajo ancestral lands crew member positions. AGES 18-30. Start dates vary.
ESA LOFT Video Game Innovation Fellowship
The Entertainment Software Association (ESA) and Hispanic Heritage Foundation (HHF) Leaders on the Fast Track (LOFT) Video Game Innovation Fellowship challenges minority youths (ages 15-25) to develop video games and apps addressing social issues impacting their communities. Twenty Fellows, ages 15-25, will receive grants to continue development of their projects and fly to Washington, D.C. this October and present their ideas to the White House, Congress, and national community leaders. The Fellows will be selected for their vision, creativity and positive impact in their community.
Tapia Conference - highlights and celebrates the technical achievements of diverse people in computer science. With over 1,000 participants, it is the premiere venue to find mentors, find internships/jobs, learn about career paths in academia and industry, learn about the latest research, and build networks with other diverse people in the field of computing. Tapia is more than just a conference; it’s a community.
American Society for Engineering Education Student Essay & Video Contest
The American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) envisions widespread, inclusive, and equitable environments in engineering, academia, and industry that embrace individual differences and leverage diversity for a better engineered tomorrow. The ASEE Diversity Committee wants students from all walks of life and grade levels to share their community story by submitting an entry into the essay and/or video contests.
NGA Student Internship Program - NGA views student employees as our future workforce; therefore, work assigned to students is professional in nature and is conducted in a learning environment that provides each student real-world experience and an opportunity to be evaluated for potential long-term employment. Student employment assignments are open to associate, undergraduate, graduate, and post-graduate students and are based on entry-level professional job descriptions, which will involve a great deal of independent and team oriented work under the guidance of a senior-level supervisor and mentors.
Native Agriculture and Food Systems Scholarship Program - First Nations Development Institute will award ten $1,000 scholarships for the 2016-2017 academic school year to Native American college students majoring in agriculture and agriculture-related fields, including but not limited to: agribusiness management, agronomy, animal husbandry, aquaponics, environmental engineering, fisheries and wildlife, food production and safety, food-related policy and legislation, food science and technology, horticulture, irrigation science, nutrition education, and sustainable agriculture or food systems.
National Research Mentoring Network- Students and researchers in the biomedical, behavioral, clinical, and social sciences: Access FREE virtual mentorship, grantwriting coaching groups, mentorship training and more professional development programs and resources through the National Research Mentoring Network (NRMN), funded by the NIH. Visit NRMNet today to begin.
AfterCollege STEM Inclusion Scholarship- We believe that what's good for students is good for everyone: schools, employers, community, and other students! That’s why we not only help students find jobs & internships, but also offer scholarships to help fund their education. AfterCollege has awarded more than $1,000,000 in scholarships and student activities through our program to date. As a job and internship resource, our scholarships are for students who demonstrate professionalism and effectively communicate how they will be exemplary candidates in their field.
Champions for Change- The Center for Native American Youth (CNAY) is now accepting applications for the 2017 class of Champions for Change! Champions for Change are young Native Americans (ages 14 to 22) who demonstrate leadership and service within tribal and urban Indian communities, schools, and/or programs.
WE16—The world’s largest conference and career fair for women in engineering and technology.
Come join a global gathering October 27-29,2016 in Philadelphia of more than 9,000 women at all stages of their engineering careers. Collegiates will find internships, that all-important first job, new friends, mentors and life-skills not earned in the lecture halls.
Graduate/PostDoc Opportunities
The Ph.D Project - DID YOU KNOW? -- The Ph.D Project hosts an annual conference each year for Native American, Hispanic- American and African- American candidates considering a PhD in business? Travel and conference expenses for selected attendees are paid for by The PhD Project. Learn more and Apply atwww.phdproject.org.
NGA Student Internship Program - NGA views student employees as our future workforce; therefore, work assigned to students is professional in nature and is conducted in a learning environment that provides each student real-world experience and an opportunity to be evaluated for potential long-term employment. Student employment assignments are open to associate, undergraduate, graduate, and post-graduate students and are based on entry-level professional job descriptions, which will involve a great deal of independent and team oriented work under the guidance of a senior-level supervisor and mentors.
National Research Mentoring Network- Students and researchers in the biomedical, behavioral, clinical, and social sciences: Access FREE virtual mentorship, grantwriting coaching groups, mentorship training and more professional development programs and resources through the National Research Mentoring Network (NRMN), funded by the NIH. Visit NRMNet today to begin.
Native Agriculture and Food Systems Scholarship Program - First Nations Development Institute will award ten $1,000 scholarships for the 2016-2017 academic school year to Native American college students majoring in agriculture and agriculture-related fields, including but not limited to: agribusiness management, agronomy, animal husbandry, aquaponics, environmental engineering, fisheries and wildlife, food production and safety, food-related policy and legislation, food science and technology, horticulture, irrigation science, nutrition education, and sustainable agriculture or food systems.
2017 Alan T. Waterman Award (National Science Foundation)
The National Science Foundation is now accepting nominations for the 2017 Alan T. Waterman award. Congress established the Alan T. Waterman Award in August 1975 to mark the 25th Anniversary of the National Science Foundation and to honor its first Director. The annual award recognizes an outstanding young researcher in any field of science or engineering supported by the National Science Foundation.
American Society for Engineering Education Student Essay & Video Contest
The American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) envisions widespread, inclusive, and equitable environments in engineering, academia, and industry that embrace individual differences and leverage diversity for a better engineered tomorrow. The ASEE Diversity Committee wants students from all walks of life and grade levels to share their community story by submitting an entry into the essay and/or video contests.
WE16—The world’s largest conference and career fair for women in engineering and technology.
Come join a global gathering October 27-29,2016 in Philadelphia of more than 9,000 women at all stages of their engineering careers. Collegiates will find internships, that all-important first job, new friends, mentors and life-skills not earned in the lecture halls.
2017 STEP Ahead Award Nominations Are Now Open
The Science, Technology, Engineering and Production (STEP) Ahead initiative honors and promotes the role of women in the manufacturing industry through recognition, research, and leadership. The STEP Ahead Awards recognize women at all levels of manufacturing, from the factory floor to the C-suite. These women exemplify the smart, safe and sustainable workforce critical to keeping U.S. manufacturing globally competitive. These awards illustrate the widespread impact women have on shaping the industry, whether they are running the company, designing the next big product, or testing innovations on the shop floor.
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