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Are you an undergraduate interested in working on a seismological research project in the summer of 2009?

If so, consider applying for an IRIS Summer Undergraduate Internship (http://www.iris.edu/internship)

Once selected, your summer experience will begin with a one-week orientation held on the campus of NMT the last week of May 25 to 29, 2009 (for those students whose quarter has not yet completed, alternative arrangements can be made). The goal of the orientation period is to develop a strong sense of community among interns, provide training in distance collaboration and introduce you to some of the most exciting aspects of modern seismology.

Following this week you will spend 8 to 10 weeks working on a seismological research project with researchers at an IRIS member intuition. Research projects may involve the deployment of seismic instruments in the field (within the US or internationally), and/or analyses of seismic data in a lab setting with the ultimate goal of producing results to be presented at a national scientific meeting. Each project will provide you with ample opportunities to:

* conduct research with state of the art geophysical data and leading researchers at IRIS institutions
* develop an understanding of scientific inquiry, including designing and conducting scientific investigations, defending scientific argu¬ments, and preparing publications
* gather, manage, and convey information, using various skills, strategies, resources, and
* learn, use, and evaluate technologies for the collection and study of geophysical data

Your summer research project will culminate with the opportunity to experience the exciting atmosphere of a professional meeting, while presenting your results. In the past, most interns and their hosts have chosen to present at the Fall American Geophysical Union (AGU) meeting held in San Francisco in early December.

As an IRIS Intern you will receive…

* A weekly stipend ($550/week for 9 - 11 weeks)
* Funding for travel to the orientation as well as room and board
* Funding for travel to the home institution of your research host
* Assistance securing housing at the host institution
* Funding for any additional expenses related to fieldwork
* Funding for travel to a professional meeting to present your results along with the associated meeting costs (travel, registration, abstract submission fee and per diem)

The deadline to apply is February 1, 2009
http://www.iris.edu/internship/

The Geotechnical Engineering and Geosciences Branch (GEGB) of the Geotechnical and Structures Laboratory (GSL) at the US Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) is announcing the need for additional geophysicists, geologists and geotechnical engineers. The ERDC is a consortium of seven laboratories headquartered in Vicksburg, MS composed of approximately 2500 scientists and engineers. The ERDC is the research arm of the Army Corps of Engineers and performs science and engineering research and development for all of the Department of Defense as well as most other government agencies. We are looking to hire at all levels (BS, MS, PhD). If you are interested in potential employment, please respond with a resume and any questions that you may have.

• Mid-Level to Senior-Level Research Engineer (Civilian)
• Entry-Level Research Geologist (Civilian)
• Entry-Level Research Geophysicist or Geologist (Civilian)

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