Application deadline has passed.
2012 Program Dates
June 16 - August 11
Exciting Research Areas
The Center for Energy Efficient Electronics Science is partnering with the Center of Integrated Nanomechanical Systems, and the Synthetic Biology Engineering Research Center, two other National Science Foundation funded centers, to expand research opportunities for community college students in Summer 2012. Positions are expected to be available in the following technical areas:
Program Benefits
- 8-week research experience
- Hands-on research guided by faculty sponsors and graduate student mentors
- Seminars on preparing for a career in science and engineering
- Advising and support for transfer to a 4-year institution
- Guest speakers, lab tours, and field trips
- $3,200 stipend plus room and board
- Travel allowance (up to $300)
- Download the 2012 Transfer-to-Excellence Research Program Information Flyer.
Eligibility
- Must be a United States citizen or permanent resident to apply. International students are NOT eligible for this program.
- 3.25 grade point average or higher for science, engineering, and math courses
- Enrolled in a California community college at the time of application.
- Completed two calculus courses.
- Completed three science or engineering courses, one of which has a laboratory component.
- Plan to return to a community college in California in Fall 2012.
- Plan to apply for transfer admission to a baccalaureate program in science or engineering in Fall 2012.
- No prior research experience required