Summer Internship Program


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Summer Internship Program

OMB No. 0925-0299
Expiration Date 8/31/2009
Respondent Burden

Program Application

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Eligibility Criteria:

1. Candidates must be enrolled at least half-time in an accredited U.S. high school, college, or university. Individuals who will be enrolled in the fall of 2009 are also eligible to apply.

2. Candidates must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and at least 16 years of age at the time they begin the program.

Application Tips:

This form has recently been revised to allow you to save a partially completed application. To take advantage of this feature, please proceed as follows:

Enter as much information into the form as you would like. Note that you must complete the Name, E-mail Address, and Month/Day of Birth fields and enter a valid password to be able to save a partial application.
Press "Save Partial Application & Quit" to save the information you have entered thus far. You will have to return later to complete your application.
When you first submit your partial application, you will automatically receive a confirmation e-mail containing instructions for accessing the online tool that allows you to review, modify, and complete your application.

Only completed applications are available for review by NIH investigators and administrators; partial applications are not accessible by NIH investigators. Once you complete your application, press "Preview Completed Application." You will be taken to a page displaying the information you have provided. To submit your completed application, you must click the "Save" button on the Preview page.

IMPORTANT NOTE: All fields on your application must be completed by March 1, 2009 (11:59 p.m., Eastern Standard Time). Applications that are incomplete after the March 1 deadline will not receive further consideration.

Please read the "SIP Frequently Asked Questions" before beginning to complete your online application.
Be sure that the e-mail addresses you provide for your references are accurate. Incorrect e-mail addresses will delay the processing of your application and could result in your application's not receiving full consideration.
Please note that this form accepts plain text inputs only. This means that special characters and formatting such as bullets, "smart quotes," bold or italic fonts, Greek letters, etc., will be lost or altered. To ensure your data appear as you intend, compose your inputs to the longer fields on this form using a plain text editor (e.g., Notepad, for PC users, or TextEdit, for Mac users). In place of special formatting, you will need to rely on the use of capital letters, white space, asterisks, and other standard keyboard characters.
Proofread your application thoroughly for accuracy and completeness; false or inaccurate information may be grounds for denying your candidacy or removing you from the program.
Complete your application as soon as possible and encourage your references to submit their letters promptly using the electronic system.
The deadline for receipt of completed applications is March 1, 2009 (11:59 p.m., Eastern Standard Time). Applications that are incomplete after the March 1 deadline will not receive further consideration. Be sure that your letters of recommendation are submitted online by March 15, 2009.

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1. Personal Information - Required for Submission of a Partial Application

Name:


	First	MI	Last

Month/Day of Birth:

(mm/dd)

Permanent Home Phone:

Format: (999) 999-9999

E-mail Address:

Format: user@server.com
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Password:

Personal Information - Continued

2. Academic Information

School Name:
Preferred Mailing Address:
City:
State:	(DC for Washington D.C.)
Zip Code:
Preferred Telephone Number:	Format: (999) 999-9999
Current Education Level:
Year at Current Level:
Current Cumulative GPA:
School Grading Scale:
	Note: If you select 'Other', please explain in Section 3, Coursework and Grades. Be sure to describe your school's grading scale and your current cumulative average relative to that scale.
Total Credit Hours (by the end of this semester):
Academic Major:	or

3. Coursework and Grades Include courses in which you are currently enrolled.

4. CV/Resume
Copy and paste a plain text version of your curriculum vitae or resume into this space. Some reformatting may be necessary. Include education, relevant research experience, scientific publications, honors and awards, etc.

5. References

Once you submit your completed application, an e-mail request for a letter of recommendation will automatically be sent to each of the following individuals:

Reference 1:

Name:


	First	MI	Last

Address:

Phone:

E-mail:

Format: user@server.com

Reference 2:

Name:


	First	MI	Last

Address:

Phone:

E-mail:

Format: user@server.com

6. Cover Letter: Describe your research interests, career goals, and reasons for applying for training at the NIH; be certain that your cover letter is specific for this particular program.

The NIH is committed to maintaining its stature as a premiere research institution by building an inclusive workforce, fostering an environment that respects the individual, and offering an opportunity for each person to develop his or her full potential in the pursuit and support of science. We welcome trainees of all genders, races, ethnicities, physical abilities, and socioeconomic backgrounds. If you have unique circumstances, or come from a disadvantaged background, please include this information in your cover letter.

7. Areas of Scientific Interest:

8. Medical Entity/Disease:

9. Preferred Institute/Center (IC):
If you already know the IC in which you wish to work (for example, if you are a returning student), you may select ONE IC from the drop-down list. Note: If you want your application to be considered by investigators in more than one IC, please leave this section blank.

How did you hear about this program? (Please select all that apply.)

Notice to all applicants:
It is your responsibility to ensure that all of the above information is correct. False or inaccurate information contained in this application may be grounds for denying your candidacy or removing you from the program.

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