Pathways in Physical Science Summer School @ Argonne
Want to explore career options in basic science research? Looking to build skills for your STEM degree or future internship? Join Argonne National Laboratory for this summer’s Pathways in Physical Science Summer School! Under the Reaching a New Energy Sciences Workforce (RENEW) initiative sponsored by the Office of Workforce Development for Teachers and Scientists (WDTS), this 4-week on-site experience will include an introduction to the national lab ecosystem, curriculum in a variety of basic science topics, professional development sessions, lab tours, and networking with Argonne researchers. Students will be introduced to chemistry, physics, and materials science through lectures, demonstrations, and laboratory exercises taught by researchers in our Physical Sciences & Engineering directorate. The theme of molecular gastronomy, which incorporates science in the preparation, transformation, and presentation of food, will be used to enhance students’ knowledge of physical sciences and the scientific method.
Have questions about the program? Contact us at students@anl.gov.
Program Details
Dates
July 10 – August 4, 2023. The entirety of summer school will take place on-site at Argonne. Curriculum with run Monday – Friday, with optional social events on evenings or weekends.
Compensation
Participants will receive a $500/week stipend, in addition to a meal per diem.
Housing Details
Housing is available at the Argonne Guest House at no direct cost to the participant. Round trip travel may be reimbursed to relocate to the laboratory, see job posting for details.
Eligibility
This program is specifically designed for freshmen and sophomore students attending community colleges or 4-year universities designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI).
At the time of application, participants must:
- Be currently enrolled at an accredited institution.
- Attend a Minority Serving Institution.
- Check your institution’s status here.
- Be 18 years or older.
- Possess a cumulative GPA of 2.7 on a 4.0 scale.
- Have an interest in research, basic science, physical science, or other STEM career path.
- Should be or intend to declare a STEM academic major.
This is a learning experience! No prior academic or laboratory research experience is required to participate.
Application deadline is Monday, May 15, 2023 at 5 PM CST.
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