Undergraduate Internships
Application Deadline for Summer 2009: April 30
The Plant Molecular and Cellular Biology (PMCB) Program at the University of Florida offers a Research Internship Program for students who have a keen interest in pursuing a PhD or MS degree in the plant molecular sciences. Student interns work closely with PMCB faculty members on laboratory research projects and learn a variety of experimental rationales and designs as well as how to execute molecular, genetic, and biochemical techniques. These full-time internships carry a stipend of $3,000 ($300/week for 10 weeks) for a Fall or Spring Semester or for the two Summer terms. Some adjustments in arrival and departure times can be made to accommodate students’ academic schedules. Students pursuing B. S. degrees in plant physiology, biochemistry, molecular biology/genetics, microbiology, cell biology, or related disciplines are encouraged to apply. Applicants are selected in a highly competitive process. A grade point average of 3.25 or better is desirable.
To apply, please submit the following:
1.) Application form (click here for pdf)
2.) Letter of interest, describing your reason(s) for seeking an internship
3.) Three letters of recommendation (click here for pdf) from professors under whom you have had courses and/or worked on a research project
4.) Official transcript, sent from your registrar
5.) List of PMCB labs/professors that interest you
Send these materials to:
PMCB Program
Internship Application
University of Florida
PO Box 110690
Gainesville, FL 32611
Telephone: (352) 392-4711 x260
Email
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