university of california,
santa barbara

Program Description:
The UCSB-SIRL Psychology Internship is a 6 week program (June 22-July 31, 2009) for undergraduate students who wish to receive training and conduct research investigating topics in social psychology, intergroup relations, and psychophysiology. Interns will spend approximately 30 hours/week working on current research projects in our lab with Professor Major and graduate student researchers. Work will include conducting experimental sessions, reading/searching background literature, and coding and analyzing data. Besides receiving training in how to conduct social psychological research using psychophysiological measures, participants will attend weekly seminars and tutorials on issues in social psychology and applying to graduate school. You will also have opportunities to participate in special social events with our other summer interns, faculty and graduate students, and take advantage of Santa Barbara’s many cultural activities and attractions.

The internship does not cover the cost of housing, traveling, or living expenses. Students are encouraged to apply for funding and academic credit opportunities offered at their university. Accepted applicants must make their own arrangements for summer housing.

Eligibility:
- Undergraduate Psychology majors (sophomore students or above)
- Cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or better in the last two years of undergraduate study
- Some research experience is preferred, but not necessary (you will receive training throughout our 6 week program)
- We encourage students from all diverse backgrounds to apply.

To apply:
To assist us in the decision process, we ask that you provide:
1) A brief (1 page) statement of interest/cover letter and copy of your resume/vita,
2) A copy of your unofficial transcript,
3) Your phone number and times during the week that you can be reached and are available for a phone or in-person interview, and
4) Two professional references, preferably from professors who know you well. Please ask each reference to send a letter that speaks to your qualities and your ability to complete an intense internship training program to simon<at>psych<dot>ucsb<dot>edu.

Application deadline:
- All application materials must be completed and received by APRIL 10, 2009.
- Materials can be forwarded to simon<at>psych<dot>ucsb<dot>edu, OR mailed to: Stefanie Simon, Department of Psychology, University of California-Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA 93106-9660.
- Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Decisions will be announced in early May.

Questions? For more information contact our program coordinator at simon<at>psych<dot>ucsb<dot>edu