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By: Andy Brunning, Chemical and Engineering News Contributor
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Vanderbilt Summer Research Experience
Application Due: February 15th
Vanderbilt Institute of Nanoscale Science and Engineering offers a summer research experience where students can explore interdisciplinary nanoscale research at the interface of biology, chemistry, physics, and engineering. The program includes hands-on research in state of the art facilities located minutes from downtown Nashville, enrichment sessions to help students looking to pursue graduate level, fellowships, and entrepreneurship, and opportunities for travel awards to present summer work at a national conference.
Applicant eligibility includes:
- Undergraduate students majoring in science or engineering
- U.S. citizen or permanent residents
- Minorities and women are strongly encouraged to apply
The award, funded by an NSF Grant, includes a $5,000 stipend, $500 travel allowance, and room and board.
Program dates for 2017: May 28, 2017 – August 4, 2017.
Visit their website for more information or to apply.
Want to jump start your search for the right program? Check out this listing of programs that have recently reached out to CBC students.
Cavestro LLC Summer Internship
Covestro is a producer of high-performance plastics and advanced polymers and the company is currently looking for candidates for 2017 summer internships.
The internship will involve working with one of the following: Polyurethanes (PUR), Polycarbonates (PCS), Coating, Adhesive and Specialty Raw Materials (CAS), Product Safety and Regulatory Affairs (PSRA) or Regional Technical Services (RTS).
Requirements:
- Enrollment in a Bachelor Degree program with a major and/or focus in one of the following majors: Chemistry, Polymer Science, Plastics, Material Science, Chemical Engineering, or related STEM degrees
- Completion of Freshman year
- Interpersonal and communication skills: an ability to interact with and establish good working relationships with diverse individuals
- Project coordination with the ability to be proactive and identify creative, effective technical solutions
- Demonstrated PC skills and ability to work within Microsoft Office Programs
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Willingness and ability to be placed in any of the aforementioned internship opportunities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better
- Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
The internship opportunities at Covestro may lead into reoccurring internship opportunities and/or full time job opportunities based on evaluation and performance.
When: May 22, 2017 and last approximately 12 weeks
Location: North American Headquarters in Pittsburgh, PA
Apply online through the link at the beginning of this post!
Job Opportunities in Ethanol Environmental, Health, Safety, and Security
Green Plains is seeking recent graduates and soon to be graduates in geology, biology, chemistry, environmental, and engineering fields to fill several available positions.
Greens Plains is a vertically-integrated ethanol producer based in Omaha, Nebraska. They currently have 17 plants located in Virginia, Indiana, Michigan, Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska, Minnesota, and Texas. Green Plains was #8 on FORTUNE 100 Fastest Growing Companies list and continues to expand its operations annually.
They are currently seeking to fill the following positions:
- EHSS Assistant – This is a management fast-track position for recent college graduates in science and engineering. The position would initially be based out of one of the following locations: Bluffton, Indiana; Fergus Falls, Minnesota; or Shenandoah, Iowa. There would be a promotion to EHSS Manager within approximately 2 years, at which point you would be relocated. Assistants have seen advancement opportunities as quickly as 6 months after hire. A 3.0 GPA is required.
- PSM (Process Safety Management) Coordinator – This is a nine month to one year temporary position for recent college graduates in engineering or science background. This is a project based position at one of Green Plains’ Nebraska, Illinois, Indiana, Texas, Virginia, or Minnesota plants. Employees in this position work with Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (PIDs), job shadowing operations and maintenance staff, to complete Standard Operating Procedures, Confined Space Profiles, Electrical Room classifications, etc. Green Plains feels this is an excellent opportunity for graduates who have not had a lot of degree related experience during their college career and are looking to their foot in the door in their career!
- EHSS/PSM Internship – This is a 3-4 month, summer/winter break position for college students finishing their Junior year and preparing to enter their Senior year. This position is for students in hard science or engineering schools that are looking to gain industrial, hands on experience prior to graduation. These are project based positions at one of Green Plains’ ethanol plants working with Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (PIDs), job shadowing operations and maintenance staff, completing valve verifications, pipe identification and labeling, and other EHSS projects. Interns may apply by sending resume, letter of interest, and a copy of transcripts to: careers@gpreinc.com.
If you are interested in any of these opportunities, please apply at the career link found at the Green Plains website.
Additional questions can be directed to careers@gpreinc.com.
MIT Lincoln Laboratory is Recruiting
ON CAMPUS RECRUITING:
Wednesday, September 21, 2016 at the Engineering Career Expo 2016
MIT Lincoln Laboratory offers scientists and engineers the opportunity to work on challenging problems critical to national security. They are federally funded by the Department of Defense, and they have a focused commitment to research and development, with an emphasis on building prototypes and demonstrating operational systems that meet real-world requirements.
MIT Lincoln Laboratory would like to meet you if you are pursuing a BS/MS/PhD in any of the following majors:
- Electrical Engineering
- Computer Science
- Physics
- Mathematics
- Materials Science
- Mechanical Engineering
- Aeronautical/Astronautics
- Biology/Biochemistry
To be considered, follow this application process at their college recruiting website.
No applicants will be discriminated for any reason. Due to the unique nature of the work, U.S. citizenship is required for applicants.
For more information about MIT Lincoln Laboratory, visit there official website.
Dow AgroSciences R&D Summer Intern Program
Research & Development internships at Dow AgroSciences are available in chemistry, biology, and computer science related disciplines, including, but not limited to, biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, microbiology, plant breeding, organic chemistry, analytical chemistry, physical chemistry, surface chemistry, engineering (chemical, biological, material, or optical) and informatics (bio and chem). The laboratory-based Research and Development internships are located at our global headquarters in Indianapolis, Indiana. This is a paid internship; salaries are determined by the student’s year in school. Subsidized housing is available for qualified students. Eligible students will be pursuing a Bachelors, Masters or Doctorate degree from a U.S. based college or university with proper U.S. work authorization, or the ability to obtain work authorization through their university. Interested students should apply at on the DowAgroSciences website.
Applications will be accepted between August 15 and November 1, 2016 for the 2017 Program
Want to jump start your search for the right program? Check out this listing of programs that have recently reached out to CBC students.
Polymer Initiative of Northeast Ohio (PiNO) Conference
This event is on June 10.
The Graduate Macromolecular Student Organization at Case Western Reserve University invites post-doctorate, graduate, and undergraduate students from science and engineering programs to attend the PiNO conference in Cleveland, Ohio.
This one day conference allows for presentation of posters, networking, and winning cash prizes for students seeking internships, co-ops, or full-time employment. 
Registration is only $10 for undergraduate and graduate students.
Registration and conference information is available on the conference’s website.
SURI: NYU Materials Research Science and Engineering Center: REU Program
The application deadline is February 28.
NYU Materials Research Science and Engineering Center (MRSEC) is putting on a 10 week REU program from June 5-August 14.
REU fellowships are awarded to students from four-year colleges and universities for participation in a ten-week program to provide research experiences, professional development, and increased awareness of materials science and engineering.
Eligible majors include chemistry, physics, mathematics, materials science, pre-med, and engineering.
There is a $5000 stipend and up to $300 allotted for travel.
To apply, click here.
Want to jump start your search for the right program? Check out this listing of programs that have recently reached out to CBC students.
SURI: Materials Research at Northwestern University
Northwestern University’s Materials Research Science and Engineering Center is offering a 9-week paid summer research experience for undergraduate students.
Paired with leading research professors in science and engineering, students may dabble in areas such as ceramics, polymers, nanocomposites, photonics, nanoparticles, molecular electronics, and biomaterials.
Students who are pursuing an undergraduate degree in science or engineering who are US citizens are welcome to apply.
The program is from June 20- August 19, and participants will receive a $4,500 stipend, a travel allowance, and on-campus housing.
The application deadline is February 15. To apply, click here.
Want to jump start your search for the right program? Check out this listing of programs that have recently reached out to CBC students.
SURI: Virginia Tech’s Macromolecules and Interfaces Institute (MII)
This summer, Virginia Tech is offering a summer undergraduate research program in “Engineering Polymers for Performance in Emerging FEWS Technology”.
Undergraduates (juniors and seniors preferred) in a science or engineering field can apply and those selected will participate in research as well as earn $7,000 during the 11 week program. This covers living expenses and includes a stipend.
The program will take place from May 24- August 6.
Applications are available here and application review begins on February 1, 2016.
Summer research is a great way to broaden your undergraduate experience. In addition to the opportunity highlighted above, summer research programs are available at institutions across the country and abroad.
Want to jump start your search for the right program? Check out this listing of programs that have recently reached out to CBC students.