Un. of Chicago Summer Research Opportunity in Economics
Amazing Stipend, Housing & Meal Plan- Deadline to Apply 1/19
The University of Chicago will select up to FOUR current UMBC
undergraduates for an opportunity of a lifetime to apply for a deep immersive
experience in research activities in economics. The program is designed
for undergraduate students with strong quantitative and analytical
backgrounds of ALL majors. Substantial coursework in not required.
DEADLINE TO APPLY SUNDAY, 1/19.
PROGRAM COMPONENT include:
Research Mentors: Students will be matched with a
faculty/research mentor. Students can learn more about
research opportunity offerings by looking at faculty research profiles.
All students participating in the summer session will also be guided by
advisers outside of the laboratory environment.
Activities: Students are expected to spend a minimum of 40
hours/week conducting research and working with faculty/research
mentors. In addition, students will participate in several program
activities that will allow them to interact with other members of the
academic community and summer research programs at the University of
Chicago:
Weekly Workshops/Panel Discussions: Workshops on how to
navigate the academy, including topics like getting the mentoring you
need, self-care and community, communicating your research, the graduate
admissions process, preparing grad applications, fellowships and
funding opportunities, and study abroad.
Library or Facility tours: Participants will be acquainted
with the shared library, research, and laboratory facilities as it
pertains to their research placement.
University of Chicago Research Symposium: Near the end of the nine-week
summer session, participants will give oral presentations of their work
to fellow participants, faculty mentors, and research associates in a
symposium on campus.
The Leadership Alliance National Research Symposium: Participants
will travel to attend the national meeting of the Leadership Alliance
to present their work and to network with other SR-EIP participants from
different institutions, faculty/research mentors, and Leadership
Alliance members and directors.
Recreational Activities: Social activities organized to
acquaint participants with life on the University of Chicago campus and
in the city of Chicago at large.
Program Dates:
Monday, June 15, 2020, through Saturday, August 15, 2020 (9 weeks)
STIPEND AND ADDITIONAL SUPPORT:
- Housing: Participants will be offered room and board in an air-conditioned
student dormitory residence located in the center of campus near several
amenities, including a new state-of-the-art athletic facility.
- Travel expenses will also be covered.
- Stipend Update- Successful applicants will be offered a stipend of $8,150 plus a $650 meal plan. Participating students will be given a dining card for the purchase of meals at the University dining facilities.
Qualifications to Apply:
We seek applicants with an interest in research and willing to work hard for the summer in a stimulating environment!
3.2 cumulative GPA or above.
Open to all analytical backgrounds including economic, finance, engineering, mathematics, physics, etc.
A strong quantitative background is a plus but is not required.
Demonstrate an interest to pursue graduate study toward a PhD or MD/PhD,
Application Process- Required materials:
- Current Resume or Curriculum vitae
- Personal Statement: Two page discussion of the candidate's objective
for the summer and future research goals. Include why you are
interested in the program.
- Two letters of recommendation. Letters should be addressed to "Selection Committee"
- Unofficial Transcript
Please send these materials including recommendations via e-mail to:
Christine Routzahn, Director
UMBC Career Center
routzahn@umbc.edu, 410-455-3671
Deadline to Apply: Sunday, January 19, 2020
For additional details, contact Christine Routzahn at 410-455-3671 or routzahn@umbc.edu
]]>
The University of Chicago will select up to FOUR current UMBC undergraduates for an opportunity of a lifetime to apply for a deep immersive experience in research activities in economics. The...
https://my3.my.umbc.edu/api/v0/pixel/news/89056/guest@my.umbc.edu/15d67f55e3e73496cfa6dea543646d31/api/pixel
chicago
intern
research
Career Center
https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/careers
https://assets2-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/018/729f2c7eeeab66f50f4ab3677539a585/xsmall.png?1411655278
https://assets4-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/018/729f2c7eeeab66f50f4ab3677539a585/original.jpg?1411655278
https://assets2-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/018/729f2c7eeeab66f50f4ab3677539a585/xxlarge.png?1411655278
https://assets1-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/018/729f2c7eeeab66f50f4ab3677539a585/xlarge.png?1411655278
https://assets2-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/018/729f2c7eeeab66f50f4ab3677539a585/large.png?1411655278
https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/018/729f2c7eeeab66f50f4ab3677539a585/medium.png?1411655278
https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/018/729f2c7eeeab66f50f4ab3677539a585/small.png?1411655278
https://assets2-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/018/729f2c7eeeab66f50f4ab3677539a585/xsmall.png?1411655278
https://assets2-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/018/729f2c7eeeab66f50f4ab3677539a585/xxsmall.png?1411655278
Career Center
https://assets2-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/thumbnails/news/000/089/056/39fc2af30f90efbc878be4178eea8a1c/xxlarge.jpg?1575853995
https://assets2-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/thumbnails/news/000/089/056/39fc2af30f90efbc878be4178eea8a1c/xlarge.jpg?1575853995
https://assets1-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/thumbnails/news/000/089/056/39fc2af30f90efbc878be4178eea8a1c/large.jpg?1575853995
https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/thumbnails/news/000/089/056/39fc2af30f90efbc878be4178eea8a1c/medium.jpg?1575853995
https://assets4-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/thumbnails/news/000/089/056/39fc2af30f90efbc878be4178eea8a1c/small.jpg?1575853995
https://assets4-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/thumbnails/news/000/089/056/39fc2af30f90efbc878be4178eea8a1c/xsmall.jpg?1575853995
https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/thumbnails/news/000/089/056/39fc2af30f90efbc878be4178eea8a1c/xxsmall.jpg?1575853995
4
0
true
Sun, 08 Dec 2019 20:13:50 -0500
Fri, 27 Dec 2019 07:11:44 -0500