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Mote REU Program


Overview

The Mote REU Program offers paid research training experiences in estuarine science to 10 undergraduate students per year.

Participants:

  • Conduct mentored research projects under the direction of a Mote scientist.
  • Gain experience in the development of research plans by completing a research proposal.
  • Gain experience in scientific writing by completing a "manuscript-style" final research paper.
  • Gain experience in oral presentation of scientific data by presenting their research results in a 15-minute PowerPoint presentation at a laboratory-wide research symposium.
  • Attend research seminars on ocean science presented by graduate students from several Florida universities.
  • Learn about opportunities for graduate study, careers in marine science, and communication skills in science by participating in student workshops.

Dates

The 2010 REU Program will take place over 10-weeks during the summer.  The application deadline will be around February 15th.  Check back for specific dates.

Research mentors

A list of Mote scientists participating in the 2010 REU Program will be posted when we begin accepting applications.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the Mote REU Program, students must be:

  • U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the U.S. or its territories
  • Currently enrolled* in a degree program (full-time or part-time) leading to a baccalaureate degree.  
  • First-time REU participants.  If you have already completed an NSF REU internship, you will not be considered for the program.

  *Students may NOT have already graduated at the time of their REU internship.

In addition, applicants should:

  • Possess a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher (on a 4-point scale)
  • Make efforts to receive academic credit for participation in the REU Program

Stipends, travel and housing information

Students participating in the Mote REU Program receive:

  • Full stipend over the 10-week period
  • Free housing in a local dormitory
  • Financial support for travel expenses between Mote and their home institution

Application Procedure

An online application will be posted for the 2010 REU session.  Check back for updates.

Questions?

Email your questions to reu@mote.org