Summer research internships in the ecology of urban impacted ecosystems

Kent State University and the Holden Arboretum have announced their 2013 Research Experience for Undergraduates program for students interested in ecology and environmental science.  Applications are due March 25, 2013.

The 10-week summer research internship will focus on terrestrial-aquatic linkages in urban impacted ecosystems.  Students will participate in a mentored research project and professional development activities.  Each will gain experience with hypothesis generation, project design, and ethics in research.  Students will receive additional training archiving data in a geospatial database. 

Participants will be provided housing, a meal allowance, and a $500/week stipend. The program has a Facebook page.