NSF-REU Undergraduate Plant Genome Research Internship
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Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
NSF-REU Undergraduate Plant Genome Research Internship
Funder: Boyce Thompson Institute for Plant Research (NY, US)
Status: Active internship program
Geographic Scope: Open to undergraduate students currently enrolled at academic institutions
Focus Areas: Plant genome research, plant science
- Currently enrolled undergraduate students at an academic institution
- U.S. citizens and permanent residents (NSF requirement)
Eligibility
- Funding Source: National Science Foundation (NSF) Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Award #1358843, individual faculty grants, and donor support
- Donors/Supporters: Emerson Foundation, Ithaca Garden Club, John Ben Snow, Legacy Foundation of Tompkins County, Rheonix, Triad Foundation Inc, Yunis Realty, and individual donors
- Location: Boyce Thompson Institute, 533 Tower Rd., Ithaca, NY 14853
- Contact: internships@btiscience.org
Program Details
- Program timing and format may be impacted by circumstances (historically affected by pandemic)
- High school internship applications are currently closed but will be reopened in the future
Important Notes
Contact Information
Boyce Thompson Institute 533 Tower Rd. Ithaca, NY 14853 Phone: 607.254.1234 Email: internships@btiscience.org, info@bticornellinternships.comHow to Apply
Application Process
Step 1: Complete Registration
1. Click the "Apply Here" button to access the application system at http://bticornellinternships.com/
2. Create an account and login using your current email address as username
3. Complete the CONTACT INFORMATION section
4. Enter the name and email address of both recommenders
5. Click the "Send E-mail" button to request recommendation letters immediately
6. Follow up with recommenders after a few days to ensure they received requests
Step 2: Assemble Application Materials
Have the following items ready:
- Interest in the internship
- What you hope to gain
- How the opportunity fits into your future academic and career plans
- Any relevant research experience
Step 3: Research Participating Faculty and Projects
Step 4: Complete and Submit Application
- Application Submission Deadline: Midnight on the specified date (historically February 5th; check current website for 2026 deadline)
- Note: Add internships@btiscience.org AND info@bticornellinternships.com to email contacts to ensure receipt of communications
- Check spam folder for confirmation emails if not received
- Recommenders should also check spam folders
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