Engineering Girls Internship
July 6-12, 2013

Through CHAAT, The Engineering Girls Internship reflects a collaboration between the College of Engineering and the College of Liberal Arts at California State University, Long Beach.

Pictured above are the 2012 interns with Program Directors and Residential Assistants.

Pictured above are the 2012 interns.

 
Pictured above are the 2011 interns with Program Directors.

Pictured above are the 2010 interns with Program Directors and Residential Assistants.

About the Program

The Engineering Girls Internship program at CSULB was designed for middle-school female students who are academically-advanced in mathematics/science and show potential and interest in learning about engineering/technology.  This hands-on project-based program is intended to broaden student’s knowledge of various aspects of the engineering discipline via curriculum designed to correlate with existing K-12 content standards.  It also incorporates NASA educational content to introduce students to the important work done by professional engineers and scientists dealing with space exploration, air traffic safety, and scientific research that greatly influence the future of our nation. Aside from traditional classroom-style learning, a number laboratory-based activities will make use of engineering tools and software.  To provide relevance to the classroom/ laboratory component, field-trips to engineering industry will allow interns to experience real-world application.  Students will have the opportunity to interface with engineering and human factors university professors, professional engineers, and engineering managers.  Teamwork, professional communication, and etiquette are emphasized as part of a unit on academic skills success and life-long learning.  For questions, please send an e-mail to:  coe-girlsinternship@csulb.edu

Program Overview

Date: July 6 - July 12, 2013 (12:00pm check-in time on July 6th and 2:00pm check-out time on July 12th)

Location: California State University, Long Beach

Eligibility: Eligible candidates must be female students entering 8th grade in the Fall 2013 semester. The candidates must be performing at grade-level or higher in mathematics and have a G.P.A. of 3.70 or higher. The candidate must be recommended by a school counselor or teacher and demonstrate willingness to reside on campus for one week. Due to the clearance requirements of the lab facilities and the program funding agency, only US citizens can apply.

Cost: The cost for participation (dorm fees, all meals, tuition, field-trip transportation) will be paid by the university.  A materials fee of $150 is required by Friday, May 10, 2013 for the finalists (this donation may be waived for families with an income below the Federal Poverty Guideline with documentation).

 

Application: The application packet must be submitted in a single envelope and postmarked no later than Tuesday, April 2nd, 2013. The application form will be available for download from the following links: Microsoft Word 2007 (.docx) Format, Word 2003 (.doc) Format, PDF Format

Participant Selection: Semi-finalists will be notified by April 12,2013 and an on-campus interview of semi-finalists is expected to be held on Sunday April 14, 2013.Twelve final candidates will be notified by April 21, 2013.

Accommodation: During the one-week program, the interns will reside in the university residential hall with two full-time female chaperons. All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) are covered by the program. Parents and interns will be given instructions on what to bring for the stay. Click here for more information on the on-campus housing including virtual tours.

Activities: The program includes three academic days and two off-campus field trip days. During the academic days, the interns will participate in intensive hands-on workshops covering topics in various science and engineering disciplines including mechanical and aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, computer engineering and computer science, civil engineering, chemical engineering, and human factors. All workshops are conducted by CSULB faculty members and industry experts. The interns will experience engineering in action during the operational tours that will be determined. The activities also include sport and leisure time every evening. A detailed schedule will be posted soon.