Wednesday, June 1, 2011

M. Hildred Blewett Fellowship by American Physical Society in Physics, 2011, USA

Applicants must currently be a U.S. citizen, legal resident, or resident alien of the United States or Canada.currently reside in Canada or the United States.have completed work toward a PhD.provide written proof from the institution that they will have institutional affiliation during the tenure of their grant. Institutional affiliation at the time of application is not necessary.
Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: Canada, USA
Scholarship Description: To enable women to return to physics research careers after having had to interrupt those careers. The fellowship consists of a one-year award of up to $45,000.
-Allowed expenses include dependent care (limited to 50% of the award), salary, travel, equipment, and tuition and fees. Overhead charges by the institution are not allowed.
How to Apply: Online
Scholarship Application Deadline: 3 June 2011
Further Scholarship Information and Application

Lavon H. Cooper Scholarship for Women, USA

Available to graduates of Robbinsdale, MN School District 281, who have completed at least two years of post- high school education and have a minimum 3.0 GPA.Available to graduates of Robbinsdale, MN School District 281, who have completed at least two years of post- high school education and have a minimum 3.0 GPA.
Scholarship Description: New Hope Women of Today is part of the Minnesota Women of Today and United States Women of Today organizations, a non-profit organization dedicated to the betterment of our community. We are a diverse and energetic women’s group that prides itself on the involvement and leadership within our community. We are working women, homemakers, mothers, grandmothers, married and single women. We are women who want to make our communities a better place for all to live.
How to Apply: Online
Scholarship Application Deadline: 1 July 2011
Further Scholarship Information and Application

50 Full-time PhD Studentships at Kingston University, UK

Applicants should hold a minimum of UK honours degree at 2:1 level or equivalent, though preference will be given to applicants who hold a masters degree. Only full-time candidates will be considered due to funding constraints. Applicants must meet the entry criteria for research degrees at Kingston University.
Scholarship Description: Kingston University has established an international reputation for high quality, innovative research and is now seeking to make a substantial investment in 50 new PhD studentships available for 2011/12. The competition for these prestigious research studentships is now open to students who wish to study for a full-time PhD at Kingston University.We are looking for students with expertise that matches our areas of research excellence.Three different types of studentship are available: Stipend plus fees (full-time tuition fees at Home/EU level and a stipend at UK Research Council rates (£15,590pa) for a period of up to three years). Fees only (full-time tuition fees at Home/EU level for a period of up to three years) Part funded (full-time tuition fees Home/EU level plus a contribution towards a stipend for a period of up to three years.
How to Apply: Online or by Post
Scholarship Application Deadline: 20 June, 2011
Further Scholarship Information and Application

Internship in Science Journalism at the European Southern Astronomical Observatory, Munich (Germany)

ESO Education and Public Outreach Department (ePOD) is responsible for the organisation’s outreach activities. A wide range of programs and activities are used to meet the specific requirements of television, print and online media, such as press releases and broadcast material for the media. ePOD embraces a multimedia approach to public outreach and produces high-quality printed material such as brochures, books, annual reports, newsletters, posters etc. ePOD is also responsible for the global coordination of the International Year of Astronomy.
In ESO ePOD you will work with a team of professional science communicators for the preparation of ESO and ESA/Hubble news and photo releases, publications, web pages, video scripts, exhibition panels and other public communication products. for more information

Malaysia Postgraduate and Postdoctoral International Scholarships initiative

The Malaysia International Scholarship (MIS) is an initiative by the Malaysian Government to attract the best brain from around the world to pursue advanced academic studies in Malaysia. This scholarship aims to support Malaysian Government's effort to attract, motivate and retain talented human capital from abroad.

Talented international students with excellent academic records and outstanding co-curricular backgrounds are welcomed to apply for this scholarship and further their studies in any selected and well-established Malaysian public and private universities.
This scholarship is divided into two (2) categories of study: Postgraduate and Post-doctoral Studies


To be eligible for Malaysia International Scholarship (MIS), applicants must fit the following criteria:-


a)
Not be more than 45 years of age during application.
b)
Obtained a minimum of Second Class Upper (Honours) or a CGPA of 3.5/4.0 at Bachelor Degree Level for Masters Degree applicants and for PhD candidates must possess CGPA 3.5/4.0 or very good result at Masters degree level in a similar field of intended PhD study. In addition, for post-doctoral programme, the selection will be evaluated based on the number of books produced, refereed/non refereed journals, portfolio and patent copyright. The Post-Doctoral candidate must have excellent reputation in research and possesses knowledge related to the research to be carried out.
c)
Took one of the following English Language Proficiency Test not more than two years before the date of application. The list of tests and minimum scores required:
- IELTS Academic Test with a score of at least 6.5; or
- TOEFL paper-based test with a score of at least 580 or computer-based test with a score of at least 230 or internet-based test with a score at least 92.
d)
In excellent health condition and certified by a Certified Doctor/Medical Professional. The cost of medical examination is to be borne by the applicants
e)
Wrote a proposal that is relevant to the needs and interests of Malaysia (research-based programme only)
for more information

Internships at the International Organization for Migration, Geneva (Switzerland)

For internships at HQs, please consult our e-Recruitment regularly where we post available opportunities. Please keep in mind the following:
There is no specific time of the year for sending your application for an internship. Please register your profile in IOM e-Recruitment and select the interest group ‘Intern’. Also release your profile for our review.
If you have applied for a vacant internship position and you have not heard from us in the following month from the closing date then it is most likely that the post has been filled. You can check your status in the service ‘Applications’.
If you have been interviewed, you will get written notification of the results of your interview.
If you were granted (or could be granted) a scholarship or your internship is a mandatory requirement for completing your studies, you should specify so in the cover letter as well as the exact dates of the proposed internship. Remember to attach a letter from your sponsor or university confirming the purpose of the assignment as well as the amount of your grant.
Unless otherwise specified, applications should be written in one of the IOM official languages (English, French, and Spanish).
Due to budgetary and time constraints unfortunately:
we can't meet with you to talk about internship opportunities.
unless specified, we do not need copies of your diplomas.
we will only contact you if we are considering you for an interview or a test.
For internships in our field offices, you can send your application directly to the office you are interested in and copy the Staffing Unit in the cc line. You can find the email addresses and the contact details by selecting one of the countries on the 'IOM Worldwide' box on the right. For more information

Internships at the Interpol, Lyon (France)

INTERPOL offers continuous openings for internships. The minimum duration of an internship is 2 months. The maximum duration is 11 months.
Applicants are requested to complete the Internship Application Form. Applications are valid for a period of one year as from the date they are received by INTERPOL.
Internship Application forms are to be sent to:
Police Training and Development Directorate
If you have not received a reply from INTERPOL within three weeks after submission of your application, this means that INTERPOL does not have an internship to propose you for the time being. INTERPOL will only contact you if there is a possibility of internship.
INTERPOL shall not be liable for any injury, disability, or death suffered by an Intern, or for any medical or hospital expenses which may be incurred in the course of his/her internship. Interns will be requested to provide proof of enrolment in a health insurance plan. INTERPOL shall not be liable for any material or physical damage that the Intern may cause to third parties, except in cases where such damage was a result of the performance of duties as instructed by INTERPOL officials. Interns are covered by INTERPOL's civil liability insurance for the performance of their duties as Interns.
Once the internship has been approved by INTERPOL, the Intern will be requested to read the INTERPOL Internship General conditions, and sign the attached declaration.
The intern is responsible for:
finding his/her own accommodation (list of accommodation in Lyon , and
obtaining the necessary visa for entering the country, if applicable.
All kind of travel costs must be borne by the interns themselves.
The intern will receive from INTERPOL an allowance of EUR 550 a month.
The Police Training and Development Directorate

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