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Tuesday, January 31, 2012

Harvard Business School SVMP 2012 AND Research Internship Program for Summer (For Grades 9 -11)


Below is a great summer research funding program, an opportunity to meet other students and connect with top researchers in the stem cell field.

I am bringing it to your attention because I think  too often, too many students decide not to apply because they are not working directly with stem cells. Do not shut yourself out, the stem cell field is broader than you think and if you need a second look at your personal statement/not sure how to connect your research to this area, I and I am sure other alumni of HIP are happy to help! I really feel that HIP was a fantastic program that made me a better scientist.

In addition, the deadline is Feb 6th! This might seem far away but don't let this and other summer research program deadlines creep up on you. Give your profs time to write your letters, write your personal statement and put your best foot forward so you can have an awesome summer!

Danai

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HSCI Internship Program (HIP)


Program Dates for HIP 2012
Monday, June 4 – Friday, August 10, 2012
Location
Cambridge and Boston, MA – Harvard University and the 11 Harvard-affiliated hospitals and research centers
Program Goals
The goal of the HSCI Internship Program (HIP) is to provide undergraduate students with a focused and challenging summer research experience in a cutting-edge stem cell science laboratory, and to expose them to different professional options within the scientific arena. This is accomplished through a stem cell seminar series, a career pathways presentation, and a weekly stem cell companion course. Interns will present their summer research findings, both orally and in poster format, at the HIP Symposium - a requirement of all program participants.
This program represents an exciting opportunity for undergraduates to gain hands-on experience in stem cell research while working in a Harvard Stem Cell Institute (HSCI) laboratory under the supervision of an experienced researcher. Internships will be for a period of ten (10) weeks (or longer, by agreement with the mentor and Principal Investigator) during the summer of 2012. Interns are expected to work full time in the host laboratory for the duration of the internship, attend the weekly seminar and stem cell companion course.  A stipend of $4,320.00 will be provided, and this is intended to cover transportation and housing costs related to participation in this program. On-campus housing may be provided, at cost (~$3200 for the ten weeks), though students may also secure housing on their own through sub-lets and other options. After acceptance into the program, students will discuss specific project details with their mentor.
Eligibility
This is an UNDERGRADUATE internship program open to Harvard undergraduates as well as undergraduates from colleges and universities across the US and internationally.
Applicants who will receive their baccalaureate degrees by September, 2012, or are currently in high school or graduate/medical school, are ineligible and their applications will not be considered.
Foreign students are responsible for obtaining a valid student visa prior to the start of the program.   The Harvard International Office will sponsor the visa application.
Some background in biological science is essential. This should preferably include (for applicants from Harvard) Harvard courses LS1A and LS1AB (for freshmen) and SCRB10, MCB52 and/or MCB54 (sophomores and juniors).
Previous research lab experience is highly desirable.
Applicants must express a strong interest in stem cell biology.
Students who have previously participated in the HSCI summer internship program are ineligible to reapply for the program.
Application
Click here for our online application.
Applications must include the following in order to be considered by the review committee:
A completed online application including a statement of interest
An academic transcript (unofficial is acceptable) uploaded as part of the online application
Two letters of recommendation, including one from an individual qualified to comment on the applicant’s scientific aptitude.
Signed PDF copies of letters of recommendation should be uploaded at https://hsci.wufoo.com/forms/recommendations-for-hip-applicants/. Hard copies of recommendation letters will not be accepted. Only two letters of recommendation will be accepted.
Deadline
Complete applications - including uploaded letters of recommendation - are due by 5:00 p.m. (EST-USA) on Monday, February 6, 2012.  There are no exceptions to this deadline.  Incomplete applications will not be considered for review.
The decisions of the application review committee are final.  Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to respond with specific information related to the committee’s decision on a particular applicant.
Students accepted to the program will be notified via e-mail on or about Monday, March 12, 2012.

Juniors, Harvard Business School SVMP 2012
From: Amaka Cypriana Uzoh [mailto:amaka.uzoh@gmail.com]

I wish I had this available to me. Please forward around, thanks!
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From: James Johnson
Date: 2012/1/30
Subject: [bsa-announce] Juniors, Harvard Business School SVMP 2012

Greetings
Harvard Business School’s Summer Venture in Management Program (SVMP) is a one week management training program designed to increase diversity and opportunity in business education.  The program is for high-potential college students during the summer between junior and senior year.  For more information, review the attached brochure or visit www.hbs.edu/svmp.  
If you are interested in learning more, Harvard Business School will be hosting a webinar in Tuesday, February 7 at 4pm EST.  To attend, register online by Monday, February 6. 
Best regards,
Dana Fernandez
Harvard Business School
James Johnson