77 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, MA 02139. Physics students may apply to work in computer software, electro-optics, guidance and controls, acoustics, and materials. University of Minnesota. The University of Minnesota offers several summer undergraduate research programs. Participants of each program receive a stipend for 10 weeks of research.
Some programs have funding available for travel and housing expenses.
Applicants should have completed basic course work in chemistry, biology, and physics and have a GPA of 3.2 or higher to be competitive. NREL, jointly with the DOE and Association of Western Universities, offers summer internships to junior and senior college students. Applicants must be studying mechanical engineering, physics, chemistry, biochemistry, electrical engineering, and environmental science. Interns receive a stipend and travel expenses. Second week of March.