Monday, January 29, 2024

IBM Accelerate Program Accepting Applications Now!

About the Program

IBM Accelerate is an early career readiness summer program dedicated to undergraduates of all backgrounds with a focus on networking with peers from across the U.S. and IBM employees, coaching from industry experts, learning the fundamentals of working in the technology industry, and personal career development. While all undergraduate students are eligible for program participation, our curriculum is developed specifically for current university sophomores. Because this is a learning-experience program, this is an unpaid opportunity developed to supplement participants’ coursework and other summer activities.

 

Applicants will be able to rank their top preferences in their application from the following career tracks: Client Engineering & Technical Sales, Consulting, Design, Marketing and Communications, Research, and Software Developer.

 

IBM Accelerate runs June 3rd through July 24th, 2024 and is led by subject matter experts at IBM. All sessions will be delivered three-hours a week, virtually, in the evening (7-8pm ET on Mondays and 6-8pm ET on Wednesdays). Check out our Accelerate Program recap video for a glimpse into what the summer experience is all about! 

 

Key Upcoming Dates:

·       2024 Accelerate Program Application: APPLY NOW  

·       The deadline to apply is March 3rd (Please note that space is limited, and seats fill quickly!)


Friday, January 26, 2024

Deloitte Consulting is seeking high-achieving students graduating in May 2026 to join the Deloitte Leadership, Allyship and Mentorship Program (DLAMP)

 

Deloitte is the largest professional services firm in the world and have an exciting opportunity to share with the OU students – our annual DLAMP Applications are open! This is a professional mentorship program for students in their second year at OU. The application deadline is February 25 and students will be notified of their acceptance decision in March.
 
Please see the below invite for the program!  
 

Recruiting  |  January 2024


You’re Invited!

Deloitte Consulting is seeking high-achieving students graduating in May 2026 to join the Deloitte Leadership, Allyship and Mentorship Program (DLAMP). DLAMP is designed to connect students and consulting leaders from diverse backgrounds through a cohort-driven mentorship program with a focus on building meaningful connections, developing leadership skills, and cultivating professional confidence.

As part of the program, participants will be accepted into a national cohort of student leaders and paired with junior- and senior-level mentors at Deloitte Consulting. These mentors will be the focal point of a participant’s network, and will help guide an experience that includes:

  • Network building with Deloitte leaders based on industry and functional interests
  • Career coaching and exposure to opportunities in consulting
  • Preparing and practicing for applications & interviews, including resume review and case practice
DLAMP is designed for students in their second year at OU interested in connecting with passionate business leaders, learning about the consulting industry, and building relevant professional skills.
Students who are Black or African-American, Hispanic or Latino, American Indian or Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander, or two or more races are strongly encouraged to apply. Accepted students will join a nationwide cohort with peers from over 30 top universities.
Application Instructions:
Complete the interest survey here.

Applications are open through February 25, 2024. Candidates accepted to the program will be notified in early March 2024.

 
Please reach me with any questions regarding your application.
 
Sincerely,
 
Sara Santiago
Campus Recruiter
Deloitte Consulting
 

Wednesday, January 24, 2024

Alten Technology in Colorado Offers Summer Internship Applications

Alten Technology recently opened applications for our internship program this summer. 

 

Our office is in Westminster, CO (about 30 mins outside of Denver) where we work across industries including aerospace, medical devices and life sciences, unmanned systems, and robotics. We have internship openings for systems engineering as well as mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, systems engineering, quality engineering, and software engineering.

 

Links to the job postings are listed below. Students need to have completed their junior year to be considered. Graduate students are also welcome to apply.

 

Wednesday, January 17, 2024

Simpson Strong-Tie Student Scholarship Now Accepting Applications: Civil/Structural Engineering, Architecture and Construction Management/Technology students

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The Simpson Strong-Tie® Student Scholarship for Civil/Structural Engineering, Architecture, and Construction Management/Technology students is now open for applications for Fall 2024/2025 school year. 

 

As part of the Strong-Tie Undergraduate Fellowship, the Simpson Strong-Tie Student Scholarship assists students who are pursuing undergraduate study to support their education and encourage the design and building of safer structures. Your school has been selected to participate in the program. The scholarship award is $3,000. The deadline to submit the application and required materials online is March 15, 2024. 

 

We are hosting a short webinar to answer your and your students’ questions about the scholarship, and introduce other ways Simpson Strong-Tie can support your school, on February 15, 2024 from 10-10:45am PT. Register for the webinar here.  

 

This program is administered by Scholarship America. For more information about the program, please call Lydia Rux at Scholarship America: 507.931.0728.

 

Apply Today! Hydrogen Shot Fellow Opportunities with U.S. Department Energy

 Stipend: $58,000 - $94,000 (and up - *Stipend rates are determined by DOE officials and are based on the candidate’s academic and professional background.)

 

BENEFITS:

·       Competitive stipend

·       Health insurance allowance

·       Up to $5,000 relocation reimbursement

·       Up to $10,000 research materials and travel allowance

·       Federal Holidays observed

·       Hybrid Telework Schedule Options

 

Apply Today! https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/DOE-EERE-STP-HFTO-2023-1802

 

Selections Start This Winter! (Applications reviewed on a rolling basis afterwards)

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy's (EERE) Science, Technology, and Policy (STP) Program serves as a next step in the educational and professional development of scientists and engineers by providing opportunities to participate in policy-related projects in Washington, D.C. Participants will become part of a group of highly-trained scientists and engineers with the education, background, and experience to be part of the workforce that supports the DOE's mission in the future. 

DOE announced the Energy Earthshots Initiative aimed at accelerating breakthroughs of more abundant, affordable, and reliable clean energy solutions within the decade. The first Energy Earthshot, launched June 7, 2021—Hydrogen Shot—seeks to reduce the cost of clean hydrogen by 80% to $1 per 1 kilogram in 1 decade ("1 1 1"). Achieving the Hydrogen Shot’s $1/kg cost goal will enable new markets for hydrogen, including energy storage, steel manufacturing, clean ammonia, and heavy-duty trucks. This will create more clean energy jobs, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and position America to compete in the clean energy market on a global scale. Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office (HFTO) will play a key role in this effort and is launching a Hydrogen Shot Opportunity to recruit diverse talent that can contribute to achieve Hydrogen Shot.

HFTO funds research, development, demonstration, and deployment (RDD&D) of hydrogen and fuel cell technologies across multiple sectors enabling innovation, a strong domestic economy, and a clean, equitable energy future (https://www.energy.gov/eere/fuelcells/fuel-cell-technologies-office). Research programs within HFTO include Hydrogen Infrastructure, Fuel Cell Technologies, Systems Development and Integration, and Systems Analysis. Hydrogen Shot Fellows will engage with one or more programs, or functional areas (i.e. operations, communications, stakeholder engagement, etc.), within HFTO and focus on activities to tackle key challenges and to make Hydrogen Shot a reality. HFTO is seeking innovative Fellows to engage in one of five subprograms and functional areas. The Hydrogen Shot Fellowship will last one year, with the opportunity to renew for additional years at the discretion of HFTO. Details of programmatic areas include:

Hydrogen Production Program

HFTO's Hydrogen Production Program is looking for a Hydrogen Shot Fellow to focus on clean hydrogen production research and development. Key areas of RDD&D include various electrolysis technologies, as well as solar thermochemical, photoelectrochemical, and biological processes. There is a strong interest in candidates with experience in electrolysis for hydrogen production to contribute to the Clean Hydrogen Electrolysis Program and Hydrogen Shot efforts. 

 

Hydrogen Infrastructure Program
HFTO’s Hydrogen Infrastructure Program is looking for Hydrogen Shot Fellows to focus on hydrogen infrastructure technologies research and development. Key areas of RDD&D include materials compatibility with hydrogen, hydrogen liquefaction, pipelines, tube trailers, physical and materials-based hydrogen storage, and technologies used at hydrogen fueling stations, such as compressors, storage vessels, dispensers, and cryopumps.

 

Fuel Cell Technologies Program

Hydrogen Shot Fellows in this program will focus on polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cells (PEMFCs) for medium and heavy-duty transportation applications, as well as reversible fuel cells (RFCs) for power generation and energy storage. Candidates with experience in fuel cell materials, components, stacks, and systems are of interest. Preferred candidates will also have experience in manufacturing and recycling processes relevant to fuel cells and related technologies.

 

Systems Development and Integration Program

HFTO’s SDI Program is seeking a Hydrogen Shot Fellow to engage in the commencement of the program and collaborate on hydrogen and fuel cell technology demonstration efforts, as well as collaborating in technologies such as safety, codes, and standards and manufacturing of key components. Technology demonstrations span a wide range of hydrogen end uses including (1) grid energy storage and power generation (2) transportation and hydrogen fueling demonstrations, such as heavy-duty trucks and marine vessels, and (3) decarbonizing chemical and industrial processes, such as steel and ammonia production, by integrating green hydrogen.

 

Systems Analysis Program

Hydrogen Shot Fellows in the SA Program will engage in critical review of analyses, stakeholder engagement to inform analysis priorities, briefing materials, and coordination of analysis efforts across HFTO and with other DOE Offices. SA funds cross-cutting analysis that informs RDD&D priorities by characterizing the value proposition of hydrogen and fuel cell technologies in emerging applications (e.g., steelmaking, chemicals, energy storage, and heavy-duty transportation), life cycle emissions, as well as technical and cost barriers to market adoption.

General Fellow Activities include:

  • You will learn and engage in critical aspects of HFTO's mission, mainly supporting Hydrogen Shot related activities, conducting technical reviews of Hydrogen Shot projects funded by the HFTO, drafting key documents summarizing program strategy and accomplishments, technoeconomic analysis to inform program target-setting, organization of workshops and conferences to solicit feedback from expert stakeholders on program direction and strategy, identification of priority areas of research for future program activities, and giving presentations at technical conferences and events to solicit stakeholder feedback on program activities.
  • Collaborate with DOE to learn how to manage projects including monitoring Hydrogen Shot project progress and milestones as well as reviewing and analyzing project progress reports and other technical reports. Engage with DOE to communicate with researchers to address questions and issues that arise.

Location: Washington, D.C. or Golden, CO

 

Apply Today! https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/DOE-EERE-STP-HFTO-2023-1802

 

Requirements:

You must be a U.S. Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident and be pursuing, or have completed requirements for, a Bachelor’s, Master's, or Doctoral Degree.

An ideal applicant will have superior academic performance and publication record, strong analytical, research and communication (oral and written) skills and demonstrated capacity for creative thinking, a strong technical background and experience in an energy-technology-related field, and be interested in being part of a multi-disciplinary, fast-paced environment, focused on energy technology research and development. Expertise in one or more EERE technology area (e.g., renewable energy, clean transportation, storage technologies) is helpful, but enthusiasm and willingness to develop new expertise are paramount.

Eligible Disciplines are those in Chemistry and Engineering. You may also list these disciplines as your interests to widen your eligibility you have class and lab experience or have a minor in one of the eligible disciplines.

 

Program Website: https://www.energy.gov/eere/fuelcells/hydrogen-and-fuel-cell-technologies-office

 

Questions? Email DOE-RPP@orise.orau.gov. Please list the reference code [DOE-EERE-STP-HFTO-2023-1802] for this opportunity in the subject line of your email.


Friday, January 12, 2024

Deadline Reminder for 2024 DOE Omni Technology Alliance Internship Program - Jan. 15

 There’s still time to apply for the 2024 DOE Omni Technology Alliance Internship Program!

 

The program provides paid 10-week summer internships for up to three consecutive summers for talented undergraduate and graduate students in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and other related fields. Interns will hold appointments at DOE national laboratories, Power Marketing Administrations (PMAs), plants, DOE Headquarters, and other approves sites.

 

The deadline to apply for the 2024 term is January 15, 2024.

 

About the DOE Omni Technology Alliance 
The Omni Technology Alliance Internship Program is championed by the Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Chief Information Officer (OCIO) and represents a partnership with the leadership of the Office of Economic Impact and Diversity, the Office of Science, the Office of Nuclear Energy, and the National Nuclear Security Agency. 
Apply Now | Eligibility Information | Contact: DOE-OMNI@orise.orau.gov

 

To learn more about the Omni Technology Alliance Internship Program, visit https://orise.orau.gov/doe-omni/.

 

Best,

 

The Experience ORISE Team

ORISE

ExperienceORISE@orau.org

 

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Thursday, January 11, 2024

New Career Opportunity in Data Analytics and Process Management at Walmart

Position: Manager, Automation Engineering 

 

Key Responsibilities:

- Conduct in-depth data analysis using advanced tools such as Power BI and Tableau.

- Translate complex datasets into clear, actionable insights to drive data-driven decisions.

- Manage and optimize various business processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

- Collaborate with different departments to understand their data needs and provide tailored analytical support.

- Develop and present regular reports to senior management, highlighting key trends and recommendations.

 

Ideal Candidate Profile:

- Strong background in data analytics and process management.

- Proficient in using Power BI, Tableau, or similar data visualization tools.

- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically.

- Ability to communicate complex data in a clear and concise manner to stakeholders at all levels.

- A team player with a proactive approach to tackling challenges.

 

This role is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about using data to inform business decisions and drive outcomes. At Walmart, we believe in empowering our employees to make significant contributions while advancing their careers in a dynamic and supportive environment.

 

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply https://walmart.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/WalmartExternal/job/Bentonville-AR/Manager--Automation-Engineering_R-1749560

Monday, January 8, 2024

Apply for a Nancy L. Mergler and Bullard Dissertation Completion Fellowship - Due Feb. 8

 SUBJECT:    Nancy L. Mergler and Bullard Dissertation Completion Fellowships

We are pleased to announce a call for applications from doctoral candidates who are in the final phases of dissertation writing for the 2024-2025Nancy L. Mergler and Bullard Dissertation Completion Fellowships. Applications are due by Thursday, February 8, 2024, at 5:00pm.

 

Fellowship Information:

  • Up to four applicants (as determined by a committee of faculty from different fields of study across campus) will be awarded the Nancy L. Mergler Dissertation Completion Fellowship, which will pay a stipend of $25,000 for two semesters of a 0.50 FTE GRA appointment. Tuition waivers and health insurance coverage will be provided. Completing the dissertation will be the sole duty associated with the GRA position.
  • Additional awardees (determined by the same committee) will be awarded the Bullard Dissertation Completion Fellowship. This fellowship will pay a stipend of $12,500 for one semester of a 0.50 FTE GRA appointment or two semesters of a 0.25 FTE GRA appointment. Tuition waivers and health insurance coverage will be provided. Completing the dissertation will be the sole duty associated with the GRA position.

 

Terms and Eligibility:

  • Students may apply directly. They do not need to be nominated by their academic unit.
  • At time of application, applicants must have completed the general exam and must hold a 0.50 FTE GTA or GRA appointment in their academic unit.

 

Criteria:

  • Scholarly significance and potential impact of the work, expressed in a way that conveys the importance of the work to a multidisciplinary faculty committee. (The committee favors projects that are innovative, high-impact and groundbreaking in nature. We welcome projects that address topics and perspectives historically underrepresented in the academy and/or that have potential impact in support of underserved communities.)
  • Overall academic record and professional activity.
  • Potential for completion of the dissertation during the award period.

 

 

To Apply:

 

Applications are due by Thursday, February 8, 2024, at 5:00pm and should include the following: 

 

  • The electronic application form, which can be found on the Graduate College cost and aid web page.
  • An application cover letter that highlights the academic and professional journey (this may also include information about alternate pathways in education/career, interdisciplinary endeavors, delays in completion, etc.).
  • A one-page plan for completion which explains the structure of the dissertation, states which elements are complete, and offers a plan and schedule for completing the remaining elements.
  • A letter of reference from the applicant’s major professor describing the scholarly significance and potential impact of the work. The letter should summarize the status of the project and offer a clear assessment of the applicant’s potential for completing the dissertation during the following academic year (e.g., the applicant is very likely to complete; the applicant has a reasonable prospect of completing; it is uncertain that the applicant will complete). The letter should also provide an estimate regarding the relative quality of the applicant’s project (e.g., is the project in the top 5%, 10%, or 15% of dissertations seen to date?). When the electronic application form is submitted, the major professor will receive an email requesting submission of the letter. 
  • A current copy of the applicant’s curriculum vitae including information about research, service, and outreach activities if applicable.
  • A short abstract of the dissertation (maximum two single-spaced pages) that explains the significance and impact of the work in terms accessible to a lay person.
  • A sample of the applicant’s writing (maximum 10,000 words) that allows evaluation of the project. Co-authored work is acceptable if it presents the student’s original research. Work that has already been published is welcome.
  • The applicant’s academic transcript.

 

Direct questions about the Nancy L. Mergler and Bullard Dissertation Completion Fellowships to Will O’Donnell (willodonnell03@ou.edu)

 

Graduate Workshop for PhD Students in Computational Social Science by the Nonprofit Santa Fe Institute

The nonprofit Santa Fe Institute focuses on research and training in the quantitative modeling of complex systems, including social, cultural, and political systems, and economies. We are currently accepting applications for our Graduate Workshop in Computational Science Modeling and Complexity, an intensive 2-week program consisting of seminars, workshops, and projects intended to help Ph.D. students expand and enhance the approaches they use in their dissertation research and beyond. The 2024 dates are June 30 - July 12, with an application deadline of February 29. Qualified students:

  • have completed at least 2 years of Ph.D. study
  • are actively pursuing research in computational social science
  • have defined their thesis research topic but are not yet in the final stages of their dissertation

Here is a list of our other programs.

Scholarships are available for all of our programs.

 

Friday, January 5, 2024

Summer Opportunity for PhD Student Open Until Jan. 10, 2024

 

We have a virtual summer opportunity described below that is open for students seeking a Ph.D in STEM-related fields. 

 

Project Title

Pre-K-12 STEM Education and Outreach in the National Capital Region


Project Description

The primary project that I will work on for the 2023-2024 Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Scholar Research Assistantship is to design evaluation and learning outcome studies determining AFRL/Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR’s) impact in the Career and Technical Education (CTE) Advanced Internship Program (AIP) and Career Ready Internship (CRI) program in partnership with the District of Columbia Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE). The AIP program lasts for an entire academic year and is open to high school juniors and seniors in the Washington DC area. The CRI program is similar but offered only over the summer. 

During this appointment, my primary duties will be acting as the technical lead on engineering group projects carried out by the student interns, leading professional development events related to outreach and education, and other program activities that support AFRL/AFOSR’s science, technology, engineering and mathematics program (STEM) mission. I will also assist with coordinating AFRL/AFOSR partnerships with other federal agencies with regards to in-person meetings, presentation activities, and administrative work. 

Through its participation as a host employer in the OSSE CTE AIP and CRI summer program, the AFRL/AFOSR purposes to achieve 3 goals:

1. To further develop the interests of participating students through exposure to STEM concepts and career pathways in the Department of the Air Force.

2. To increase the scientific literacy of participating students and educators.

3. To increase the self-efficacy of participating students in STEM and its related fields.

These programs, especially the year-long AIP program, are in their infancy and stand to benefit from rigorous evaluation measuring impact and ultimately efficacy in workforce development efforts 

The proposed project will evaluate the extent to which the AFRL/AFOSR’s participation in each CTE program reaches these three goals, respectively. Pending IRB approval, semi-structured interviews, pre surveys, and post surveys will be utilized in each cohort of participating students, constituting separate case studies. Social Cognitive Career Theory (SCCT) will serve as the guiding framework under which each student’s experience in the program is examined. This theory’s five tenets, (1) interest development, (2) choice, (3) performance, (4) satisfaction, and (5) well-being align with the goals of the CTE programs within the overarching intentions of the Department of Defense and AFRL/AFOSR.

Upon completion of the proposed project, I will be able to provide an evaluation of AFRL/AFOSR’s participation based on both quantitative and qualitative data with suggestions for improvement designed for implementation in future iterations of each program. Interns will also give formal presentations on their work to AFRL/AFOSR leadership. I am most looking forward to helping the students expand their ideas about what they can accomplish during their pursuit of knowledge in STEM while simultaneously collecting learning and education anecdotes to contribute to my dissertation project.

Mentor Name

Kimberly Jacoby Morris

Subprogram

AFOSR Scholars

Location

Virtual

Academic Level

Ph.D.

Major

STEM-related

Click here to learn more!

Paid Summer Internships with the Department of Energy

 

Paid Summer Internships with the Department of Energy

 

As students are returning to school and before things start to get too busy I hope you will share with them this opportunity for a great summer internship. They still have time to complete their application. Which of your students needs a great summer internship to boost their confidence and bolster their resume?  I know from my experience as a community college dean that a personal invitation often gives students the courage to reach for something that they might not otherwise have considered, and I am hoping you will think of students who will benefit from a great summer internship and encourage them to apply.  Here are the details on this opportunity:

Program:  Minority Serving Educational Institute Student Partnership Program (MEISPP)

Majors:  All majors 

Open to: US citizens who are undergraduates, graduate students, recent graduates (since Spring 2022) at/from eligible MSIs

What: Opportunities at DOE offices and labs all over the U.S. (though mostly with DOE HQ in Washington, DC)

Dates: May 20 – August 9; extensions into academic year possible (dates are flexible for students on quarter systems)

Mode: In-person and virtual opportunities

Stipends: $9,900 - $21,000, depending on participation mode and educational level.

Deadline: February 15, 2024

 

There are two more webinars that provide program details and tips on the application process. You and your students / recent graduates are welcome to attend:


Monday, January 15, 2024 
Register
Thursday, February 1, 2024 
Register

Leidos Electrical Engineering Intern

  Leidos has a fantastic opportunity for an internship supporting the Federal Aviation Administration via the NISC IV contract. The contract...