Location: Iowa City, IA

Timeframe: Summer 2013

Deadline: April 5, 2013

Description: Students will be placed in a research laboratory at the Carver College of Medicine or School of Public Health. The choice of laboratory will depend on the availability of research positions. Previous students have worked in laboratories in cell biology, molecular physiology, and environmental chemistry. Students should include a statement of their research interests and how this experience would fit with their future goals as part of their personal statement. Prior research experience is preferred, but not required.  Additionally, if you have made a previous obligation to complete summer 2013 research at Cornell, it is important that you keep this commitment.

Location: Cedar Rapids, IA

Timeframe: Summer 2013, Fall 2013, Spring 2014

Deadline: April 5, 2013

Description: The African American Museum of Iowa provides quality educational programming to students and adults throughout Iowa.  The Education Intern will assist the Director of Education and Assistant Educator with this programming by using the museum’s library to research topics presented in the museum and then help Education staff with guided tours, workshops, and public programs.  The African American Museum of Iowa lends Traveling Trunks filled with books, artifacts, and lesson plans about African American history to area organizations.  Intern will have two duties: assessing current traveling trunks and designing new ones.  To assess current trunks, interns will examine the items/information in existing trunks and research their authenticity.  To design new trunks, interns will use the museum’s library and other resources to gather information on Iowa’s African American history and present it in a way that will be useful to teachers.

Interest in working with children and adults in a professional setting is a must.

Location: Cedar Rapids, IA

Timeframe: Summer 2013, Fall 2013, Spring 2014

Deadline: April 5, 2013

Description: The African American Museum of Iowa collects hundreds of archival, object and photograph collections each year.  The Collections intern will learn to navigate Past Perfect 5.0 software (collections management software, used by many museums) and process new accessions under the supervision of the Curator.  Intern will learn proper handling and storage techniques for diverse collections and, as needed, will be taught conservation techniques as well.

Working with collections is a time consuming task.  Intern will be working with fragile and irreplaceable items.  Attention to detail and patience are a must.  Previous collections management coursework or experience is preferred.

Location: Cedar Rapids, IA

Timeframe: Summer 2013, Fall 2013, Spring 2014

Deadline: April 5, 2013

Description: The African American Museum of Iowa applies for many grants and organizes several fundraisers each year to fund our exhibits, programming, and staff.  Intern will work with the Development Director on several different projects relating to development/fundraising and marketing/public relations.  Intern will have the opportunity to work on grant applications and will be involved in planning for summer and fall 2013 AAMI events.  Intern will also grow the AAMI’s media lists and work on increasing knowledge of the AAMI in communities were the AAMI is doing summer programming.

Intern must be professional, have strong writing/communications skills, and would preferably have an interest in non-profits or the arts.

Location: Iowa City, IA

Timeframe: Fall 2013, Spring 2014

Deadline: April 5, 2013

Description: The Fellowship will be conducted under the supervision of a faculty member in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Iowa. This faculty member studies the consequences of brain injury and chronic neurological disorders such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease. The Fellow will be involved in collection and analysis of data from patients and will need to do substantial background research during the Fellowship. Students will have the opportunity to learn about the challenges and rewards possible in long-term studies of medical and psychological aspects of human functioning.

The successful applicant must exhibit attention to detail and have strong writing, speaking, and conceptual skills. Background in the social sciences and biology will be considered in reviewing applications.

This fellowship is available only during the academic year and the student must apply at least two terms prior to the desired start date.

Location: Iowa City, IA

Timeframe: Spring 2013

Deadline: April 5, 2013

Description: The Office of Sustainability is the center of efforts at the University of Iowa to reduce waste and pollution and to be “greener” in use of energy sources. University of Iowa President Sally Mason announced on Earth Day, April 22, 2008, a strengthened emphasis on sustainability in the UI’s use of energy and materials and in its academic focus, and an organizational structure to facilitate and promote sustainability efforts on campus. Key Areas of Focus include:

•  energy conservation and renewable energy
•  sustainable materials and life-cycle costs (including recycling and purchasing)
•  green buildings and environmental friendly designs for new construction
•  reduction of the carbon footprint of University-related transportation and travel
•  integration of sustainability into the academic mission of the UI

Depending on their areas of interest, a Fellow may work in one of the areas below related to the Office of Sustainability’s 2020 Vision Statement:

1. Achieve Net-negative Energy Growth
2. Green Our Energy Portfolio
3. Decrease Our Production of Waste
4. Reduce the Carbon Impact of Transportation
5. Increase Student Opportunities to Learn and Practice Principles of Sustainability

Work in each of the areas above are likely to involve gathering background information and the collection of data about current conditions and the effect of ongoing changes. The Fellow may be asked to attend meetings of the relevant campus committees and liaison with various campus departments and/or student groups as appropriate.

Students who are particularly interested in writing may, alternatively, be involved in website and blog management and development. Students who complete the Fellowship in March and April of 2013 will have the opportunity to be involved in the planning and execution of Earth Month activities.

The successful applicant will be an excellent writer and speaker with strong conceptual skills. The applicant should show a demonstrated interest in sustainability and coursework relevant to the tasks to be completed. The Fellowship is available in Terms 3-8 of the 2012-2013 academic year, and the student must apply at least two terms prior to the desired starting date.

Students who are interested in the Cornell Fellowship in Sustainability should contact the Faculty Director of the Cornell Fellows Program, Suzette Astley, with an indication of the area of interest. She can provide further information about the specific work to be done in each area outlined above for inclusion in the student’s application.

This fellowship is available only during the academic year and the student must apply at least two terms prior to the desired start date.

Location: Iowa City, IA

Timeframe: Fall 2013, Spring 2014

Deadline: April 5, 2013

Description: The Fellowship will be conducted under the supervision of a faculty member in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Iowa. The focus of this scholar’s work is to develop pragmatic psychotherapeutic treatments for patients with comorbid psychiatric and chronic medical conditions. Currently, she is testing the efficacy of a 1-day behavioral treatment on functioning, depression, and pain in patients with comorbid depression and migraine. She is also interested in elucidating psychological mediators and moderators of treatment effect. The Fellow will do background research on the issues involved in the research, be involved in data collection and analysis, participate in meetings of the research team, and attend other events at the University Hospitals and Clinics.

The successful applicant must exhibit attention to detail and have strong writing, speaking, and conceptual skills. Background in the social sciences and biology will be considered in reviewing applications.

This fellowship is available only during the academic year and the student must apply at least two terms prior to the desired start date.

Location: Iowa City, IA

Timeframe: Fall 2013, Spring 2014

Deadline: April 5, 2013

Description: The Fellowship will be conducted under the supervision of a faculty member in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Iowa.  This researcher studies the medical long-term effects of psychiatric medications.  The Fellow will be involved in an ongoing study of the safety of antidepressants in 15-20 year olds.  The work will involve training in interviewing skills, involvement in visits with research participants, attending weekly lab meetings, and data entry.   The Fellow will have the opportunity to learn about the challenges and rewards possible in long-term studies of medical and psychological aspects of human functioning.

The successful applicant must exhibit attention to detail and have strong writing, speaking, and conceptual skills.  Background in the natural and social sciences will be considered in reviewing applications.

This fellowship is available only during the academic year and the student must apply at least two terms prior to the desired start date.

Organization: University of Iowa Labor Center

Location: Iowa City, IA

Timeframe: Fall 2013, Spring 2014

Deadline: April 5, 2013

Description: The Center’s mission is to “provide educational programs and research support to Iowa’s working people and their organizations.”  The Labor Center was established in 1951 by action of the Iowa Legislature, and it provides a bridge between the University and the labor community in Iowa.

Cornell Fellows can work on one of three projects currently underway at the Center.  Each project involves collaboration with one or more community organizations.

• Establishment of a Worker’s Justice Center.
• Immigrant Voices Project.
• Iowa Worker Oral History Project.

Applications should indicate a specific project from those listed above.  In addition to strong abilities in speaking, writing, and conceptualization, a successful applicant will have a strong interest in issues of concern to workers or labor history.   For the Immigrant Voices Project, fluency in Spanish is a requirement.  For the Iowa Worker Oral History Project, the applicant should have background in American History, specifically regarding the labor movement, and some experience with oral history techniques.

Applicants who need further, more detailed information about the site for completing an application should contact the Faculty Director of Cornell Fellows, Professor Suzette Astley.