General Information
The MindCORE Initiative at the University of Pennsylvania offers a paid ten-week summer research program for undergraduate students from Penn as well as for select students from other institutions. We seek a cohort of students who are interested in interdisciplinary approaches to the study of the mind and brain. Our Program includes a 1-week introductory workshop on interdisciplinary research in cognitive science, followed by weekly journal club-style lunches that will bring program participants together for research discussions throughout the summer. Students also participate in research ethics training, technical training, lab demos, and professional development opportunities that prepare participants for pursuing advanced education and careers in related fields of research. Participants will conduct research in a MindCORE-affiliated faculty member’s lab. Participating faculty include researchers from Biology, Computer and Information Science, Linguistics, Neurology, Neuroscience, Psychiatry, and Psychology.
Eligibility
Applicants must be enrolled as full-time undergraduate students at an accredited institution. First year, second year, and third year students are encouraged to apply; graduating seniors are not eligible. Non-Penn applicants must be U.S. citizens or Permanent Residents, without exception. Non-Penn students who are in the U.S. on any type of visa are not eligible for the program.
Application Details
Applicants are asked to indicate their area(s) of research interest in the application form, contact information & demographic data, as well as provide a resume, unofficial transcript, contact information for 2 professional references (e.g., college instructor(s) and/or work manager), and a short personal statement of no more than 500 words. The personal statement asks applicants to state reasons for wanting to participate in the program, relevance of the program to future research plans, and provide brief details of research interest and/or experience.
Please note that we do not require or review recommendation letters, and that not all references will be contacted.
Click here for the Penn student application.
Click here for the non-Penn student application.
Details:
Research Offering Type
Independent Research, Internship
Location
USA
Undergraduate School
College, Engineering, LPS, Nursing, Wharton
Source
Penn