Indo-US RISE 2009; Last Date: 12-02-2009

RESEARCH INTERNSHIPS IN SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING FOR INDIAN STUDENTS IN UNITED STATES Indo-US Science and Technology Forum (IUSSTF) and Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) are partners to launch Research Internships in Science and Engineering (RISE) to create unique opportunities for science, technology, engineering and medical students from India to undertake internships in national laboratories, federal research centers, academic research institutes, and private R & D laboratories in the United States. Objectives of the internships are to provide students with unique opportunities to live and work in an international context, to gain practical experience, and acquire professional skills. Internships are envisaged as a source of mutual cultural and professional enrichment for both the interns and their host institutions.
RISE will provide Indian students • International professional experiences • Enhanced practical skills • Insight to opportunities offered by host institutions • Work experience in international teams • Exposure to American science and culture • Life-long professional networks	Eligibility • Indian Citizen • Open to science, engineering, technology and medical disciplines • Ph.D. and Master students currently enrolled at a recognized institution of higher education in India
Internship duration • Minimum 3 months and up to 6 months	Internship includes • Monthly stipend • Accommodation • Airfare
Application Deadline: 12 February 2009
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For program information contact: Dr. Smriti Trikha Indo-US Science and Technology Forum 12 Hailey Road, Fulbright House New Delhi-110 001 Email: internship@indousstf.org