This might be very helpful to somebody.
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From: lscadden@NSF.GOV <lscadden@NSF.GOV>
To: EASI@MAELSTROM.STJOHNS.EDU
Date: Tue, 11 Mar 1997 09:56:29 EST
Subject: Summer intership opportunity
I am posting this announcement for Laureen Summers at the
American Association for the Advancement of Science. Last
summer was a tremendous success giving many students with
disabilities a marvelous summer internship opportunity.
Please spread the word, but don't send the students to me,
PLEASE!
Larry Scadden
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ANNOUNCING: ACCESS
(Achieving Competence in Computing, Engineering, and Space Science)
a summer internship program sponsored by the National Aeronautics
and Space Administration (NASA)
DO YOU KNOW A COLLEGE STUDENT WITH A DISABILITY WHO WANTS AN
OUTSTANDING SUMMER OPPORTUNITY!
AAAS is seeking students studying engineering, mathematics,
physics, or computer science to apply for a 10-week internship at
NASA CENTERs. ACCESS (Achieving Competence in Computing,
Engineering, and Space Science) is a 10-week paid internship
program at NASA centers around the United States. It is designed
for the undergraduate and graduate student with a disability who
has a strong background in science and a desire to pursue a
technical career. Students will work with scientists and engineers
in an area compatible to their interests. This is a chance to
apply academic skills in the workplace and get practical
professional experience. Accessible housing, transportation, and
appropriate assistive technology are available. AAAS is recruiting
students to apply for this exceptional opportunity.
STIPEND: Minimum stipend: $3850 for 10 weeks
SPONSORS: American Association for the Advancement of Science
(AAAS), Project on Science, Technology & Disability
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
Majoring in a technical field, i.e. Computer Science, Engineering,
Mathematics, Physical Sciences
B average in major
United States citizen
Enrollment in a 4-year accredited institution or in graduate school
LOCATION: Internships will be located at several NASA centers
around the country. Assistance will be offered in finding
accessible housing, transportation, and other accommodations.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
If you are interested in applying for this summer internship,
please send, as soon as possible, a letter stating your interest,
a resume, two letters of recommendation, and a copy of a recent
transcript to:
Laureen Summers
AAAS
1200 New York Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 200050
Phone: 202-326-6649 (V/TDD)
FAX: 202-371-98490
Email: lsummers@aaas.org
The ACCESS program at NASA was formerly titled N-TESS (NASA
Technical Experience for Select Students)
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