We expect to support up to 175 Caltech SURF students in 1999. The application package includes an application form, the written proposal, a confidential mentor evaluation of the applicant, and three confidential recommendations, at least two of which are from faculty members. Students who have not yet developed working relationships with faculty may review Announcements of Opportunity . Hard copies are available in the Student-Faculty Programs Office. You may also connect to Caltech's academic divisions .
Students have the chance to work with a researcher at a small local company and a faculty co-mentor.
The company will propose the project on which the student will work. This program gives students the opportunity to work on industrial projects with a specific deliverable at the end of the summer. Students who have participated in this program in the past have been enthusiastic about their experiences. The SURF program may pay a portion of the summer stipend for the most meritorious proposals. They will be posted as soon as we have confirmed projects.