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Sample Project Descriptions From Previous Summers
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Sample Fellowship Jobs from Previous Summers
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Adobe Systems
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Education Content Specialist (Adobe)
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Fellow will conduct research and develop plans to incorporate Adobe’s digital/multimedia tools into education curriculum that meets state standards and improves student performance. Teacher will work with two departments at Adobe who are collaborating on this digital literacy project. In addition, the IISME teacher will work with the corporate affairs department to identify Bay Area schools and community-based organizations that have outstanding multimedia programs for youth.
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Affymetrix
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Biotechnology Curriculum Developer (Affymetrix)
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Identify, develop and launch on-line teaching tools suitable for high school biology and/or biotechnology classrooms. Activities will include becoming educated on Affymetrix microarray technology (attend trainings, seminars etc.); identifying and developing useful teaching tools; and launching project on Internet for teachers to access via download (other staff will help with the Internet portion).
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Agilent Technologies
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GRO Rotation Technical Coordinator - Agilent
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Project One: Refine College Campus recruiting target schools, identify professors, and create contacts database including marketing ideas, recruiting events, and on-campus organizations to attract diverse student talent.
Project Two: GRO Webpage & Technology – Identify and create an action plan to leverage technology applications for communications and administration for a rotation program.
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Amgen
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Chemistry Research Fellow (Amgen)
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Fellow will help with synthesis and purification of new organic molecules that will be tested as potential drugs for treating obesity or another metabolic disease.
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Analog Devices
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Fab Maintenance Videographer - Analog Devices
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The Fellow will experience many different aspects of the work of the Fab Maintenance Dept. The teacher will assist in a variety of projects including the video taping of specific processes & preventative maintenance procedures in the 6" Fab. Integrate video and trouble shooting guides onto portable device and/or put online (website data base) for ease of use by maintenance techs.
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Analog Devices
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Environmental Safety Specialist
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Projects include: 1) Production Activity Risk Assessment – Work with E/S staff to implement an OHSHA 18001 program. Fellow will assist with risk assessments and safety auditing of production activities and implementation of new controls and operational procedures. 2) Tool Specific Lock Out/Tag Out Procedure Development - Work with fabrication area maintenance personnel to develop proper shutdown procedures for tool/energy sources incl. electrical, hydraulic, & mechanical.
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Applied Biosystems
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Science Writer/Educational Consultant
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1) Write abstracts of journal articles that reference Applied Biosystems technology used in key scientific advances; 2) Possibly compile/write articles for AP Biology Curriculum that are tied to science standards. 3) possibly work on creating a searchable database of journal articles that reference use of Applied Biosystems technology 4) write a feature article on the IISME summer intern program at Applied Biosystems
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Applied Biosystems
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Research Scientist - Applied Biosystems
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Bacteria and microorganisms that cause human disease are a major problem in the food and pharmaceutical industry as well as a source of concern for national biodefense. In our department we develop tests using nucleic acids as targets to identify pathogens. Nucleic acid amplification using enzymes is an essential part of all these procedures. Developing tests for identification of bacterial species and strains is part of the work we do here.
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Applied Biosystems
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Research Scientist, Microbiology Testing (AB)
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Identification of pathogens in food samples. Contamination of food products is a major problem in many countries. We are developing solutions for accurate detection and identification of pathogens.
The teacher will grow microorganisms in culture, isolate nucleic acids, conduct real-time PCR amplification assays to amplify and detect RNA and DNA from pathogens. The teacher will work with different food matrices and help develop matrix specific protocols that can be used by the food industry.
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Applied Biosystems
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Sr. Staff Scientist (Applied Biosystems)
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The teacher will be spending time on learning DNA synthesis, analysis and purification. Carry out some experiments to validate quality of synthetic oligonucleotides. Write reports on work done in the lab.
Develop and optimize synthesis method for new oligonucleotide conjugates. Design and evaluate sensitive analytical methods for quality control of synthetic oligonucleotides.
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Applied Biosystems
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Research Scientist - Applied Biosystems
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Bacteria and microorganisms that cause human disease are a major problem in the food and pharmaceutical industry as well as a source of concern for national biodefense. In our department we develop tests using nucleic acids as targets to identify pathogens. Nucleic acid amplification using enzymes is an essential part of all these procedures. Developing tests for identification of bacterial species and strains is part of the work we do here.
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Applied Biosystems
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Curriculum Specialist - Applied Biosystems
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Development and optimization of biotechnology labs for the high school and community college level; curriculum development for BABEC; help prepare for student and teacher biotechnology workshops.
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Applied Materials
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Compliance Monitoring Fellow
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1) Participate in the implementation of a worldwide compliance monitoring system. Tasks may include testing, documentation (MS Word), end user communication, and planning while following our in-house project life cycle process. 2) Support inventory maintenance of our 2-factor authentication SecurID tokens. 3) Provide assistance in our Employee Performance Improvement Teams (PIT).
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BAE Systems
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Software Process Analyst - UD
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Create documentation for DataDrill, a newly deployed web based data management application. Assist in developing web forms and charts/graphs for the application users. Assist in gathering measurement data from projects and functional groups.
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Buck Institute for Age Research
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Research Fellow I (Buck)
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Two Fellows will work with scientists to learn about the Institute's research. Teachers will:
1)Develop curriculum related to this research to test in their own classrooms and share with other teachers; 2)Develop materials for student tours of the Institute, 3)Provide ongoing email support to other teachers and students throughout the year; 4)Assist in planning and leading a teacher training day in the fall of 2005, and 5)Help plan expansion of the program.
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Cadence Design Systems
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Program Manager
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After becoming familiar with the Cadence Information Technology Operations environment and Software Development Industry technology practices, the Fellow will research "best in class" practices of Corporate IT organization's worldwide.Work with IT senior personnel to plan how to integrate selected best practices in an applied fashion at Cadence Design Systems.
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California Water Service Company
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Water Quality Fellow (CalWater)
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Complete a workflow design for a water quality laboratory aimed at maximizing efficiency and productivity while incorporating a laboratory information management system
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Celera Diagnostics
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GMP Training Coordinator (Celera)
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Fellow will assist in the creation and implementation of a training program to assess and increase the effectiveness of our Good Manufacturing Practice and Quality System Regulation training.
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Dow Chemical Company
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Document Compliance Coordinator
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Project will consist of updating EH&S documentation to bring into compliance with ODMS and regulatory requirements; development of training materials for Prop 65; data entry/retrieval/reporting from GIRD; potentially assisting a team with development of a process to manage indoctrinations.
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FX Palo Alto Laboratory
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Multimedia Application Engineer (FXPal)
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We are exploring the use of multichannel information in learning. Rather than presenting students with a single information view, this model shows related information in different forms in multiple views simultaneously. We are looking for a teacher who is interested in using these techniques to teach science and technology.
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Genencor
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Research Assistant II (Genencor)
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Fellow will help identify proteins that control gene expression, including: preparation of protein samples from fungi used in the commercial production of enzymes; protein assay; gel electrophoresis of proteins; stains for specific protein subtypes. Teacher will correlate phenotype with appearance of protein subtypes. 2-D gels will allow the quick screening of thousands of proteins. Teacher will narrow the focus to critical proteins involved in a specific pathway.
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Gilead Sciences
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Senior Research Associate (Gilead)
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Fellow will conduct experimental studies focused on kidney drug transport. These studies will help us understand how kidney excretes drugs from blood into urine and whether some of the drugs might cause undesirable kidney toxicity. Studies will also help assess potential side effect of various drug combinations.
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Golden Gate University
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Program Coordinator (GGU)
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In support of the mission of GGU and its effort to provide professional practice education in business, taxation and technology, Fellow will assist in the re-development of the new student orientation program for adult students; assist with expansion program for student organizations; participate in prospective student outreach activities through customer relationship management database and assist in developing reports of recruitment activities for the university.
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HP Labs
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Teaching Fellow -- HP Labs
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Fellow will work with researchers, scientists and mathematicians to develop innovative curricula & to explore new ways to teach children real mathematics & real science. Teacher will create curricula that includes simulations on PCs using an authoring system designed especially for children. We seek a teacher who will focus on developing both on and off-computer projects for 8-12 grade students.
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IBM
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Quality and Metrics Advocate (IBM)
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Fellow will learn the software development process within the Information Integrator organization, in order to understand the existing metrics used, and to drive the development of additional and complimentary metrics. Fellow will help develop the tools needed to automatically collect and display the data needed to impact the further development of the organization in a positive and effective manner.
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IBM
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IMS Software Support Intern (IBM)
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Fellow will work with a team of technical writers, testers, and developers to 1) update software programs with predetermined end-user error messages; 2) execute testing scenarios to validate the correctness and usability of the error messages; 3) document the error messages for an external IBM publication for Customers.
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IBM
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Software Development Fellow I
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Assist writer and work with developers, testers, and technical support to improve usability of information for key relational database product. Possible functions are: analyze and write online help, improve a users ability to find information in manual by reorganizing information and adding index entries, add troubleshooting and messages that include user actions, analyze how to use a product and describe these tasks in a scenario.
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Intel Corporation
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Lab Engineer
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Individual will interact with experienced analytical staff and vendor applications engineers to develop recipes for an existing automated polishing tool that supports sample preparation for a variety of analytical techniques. They will be responsible for conducting experiments and testing recipes, documentation of procedures and training of lab staff.
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Knight Ridder
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Finance Associate - Knight Ridder
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The IISME Fellow will work with the Vice President of Business Development on financial modeling and with the entire Finance Department on projects focused on financial reporting & internal audit processes.
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LifeScan, Inc.
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Educator Intern
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Understand product development and research behind blood glucose detection used in manangement of diabetes.
Work with LifeScan scientist to research and develop a high
school hands-on curriculum based on sugar analysis and diabetes
management.
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LifeScan, Inc.
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Gemini Project Summer Intern (LifeScan)
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Fellow will do laboratory work related to:
· Blood testing –entails blood manipulation, adjusting hematocrits and glucose levels, and testing strips with these samples
· Testing Gemini strips with control solutions (water-based glucose solutions).
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Lockheed Martin Integrated Systems & Solutions
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Department Training Material Developer
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Create certification exams from existing course material. Create quick reference material for key department tools. Coordinate with mentor on the implementation plan, which includes publishing a schedule, training the trainer, and publishing training information to be used by department personnel.
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Lockheed Martin Space Systems Company
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Program Communications Training Developer - LM
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Work with the Program Communications group to design and develop a Training Needs assessment to determine the program’s training objectives and requirements (or what they should be), and how to meet those objectives. Develop an organization Training Plan to define potential sources for training or types of training needed in the general area of interpersonal communications skills, management skills, and technical skills.
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Lockheed Martin Space Systems Company
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SBIRS - Space Flight Hardware (LM)
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General support of SBIRS PCA satellite payload subsystem integration and test efforts. Work will include the writing, reviewing, and/or editing of test documentation such as Test Procedures, Operational Instructions, and Test Readiness Reviews. Provide support to test engineers in flight hardware integration and environmental testing, including thermal vacuum and system level acceptance testing.
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NASA-Ames Research Center
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Curriculum Developer-Airspace Systems Mathematics
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Write 3 math lessons, and 1 Web challenge lesson for grades 8-10 to accompany an interactive Web site on NASA software tools that can assist in improving the efficiency of air traffic management. Mathematical standards that will be covered include: algebra functions, numbers & operations (vectors, linear equations, graphing), geometry & mathematical inquiry. Additional Science & Technology standards will also be covered.
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NASA-Ames Research Center
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Curric. Developer-Human Exploration Pre-Alg. Apps
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Write 3 to 4 pre algebra lessons for grades 5-8 to accompany a solar system visual comparison tool (What's The Difference) to teach math concepts within the context of where to send humans in our solar system. Mathematical standards that will be covered include: measurement units, unit conversion, data analysis & probability, numbers & operations, problem solving, communication, & connections. Additional science standards will be covered as well.
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NASA-Ames Research Center
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Microbial Ecology Curriculum Developer - NASA
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The IISME Fellow will develop educational materials focused on NASA's research in the area of microbial mats and microbial ecology. Working with research scientists, the Fellow will develop activities for a web-based educational module that addresses the standards, and help identify teachers interested in using this curriculum. Other aspects of the project that are already underway include the development of a web site, museum exhibits and an animated educational video.
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NASA-Ames Research Center
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Curriculum Developer #1 (NASA)
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In collaboration with the Thermal Biology Institute, we will enhance the materials already available at the Microbes@NASA (http://microbes.arc.nasa.gov) website to help teach the importance of microbes and microbial ecology to NASA missions and to the search for life elsewhere. The end product of the work proposed here is a new one week middle school curriculum in which the importance of microbial ecology to NASA’s goals is highlighted and placed into an astrobiological context.
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National Semiconductor
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Marcom Specialist
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The Fellow will work closely with marcom managers to plan and develop advertising/collateral programs and materials to reach employees, customers and prospects, press, analysts, shareholders, and other members of target audience. IISME Fellow will help develop web content and will track marketing promotions and programs and provide reports of results and program objectives.
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New United Motor Manufacturing, Inc.
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Maintenance Group Leader #2 - NUMMI
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Create graphical "Operation Instruction" sheets to assist the maintenance team members in technical operations. Using digital pictures, create clear, easy-to-follow directions for technical procedures that will facilitate rapid correction of equipment problems as well as creation of preventative maintenance instruction sheets.
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Northrop Grumman Marine Systems
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Mechanical Design Engineer (Northrop Grumman)
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The goal of the project is to develop a light weight missile eject canister concept for the KEI Program. Main tasks include material properties information and suppliers search on light weight structural material applications; concept development trade study support; close-form structure calculations; and trade study presentation/report preparation.
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Pacific Gas and Electric
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Report Editor/Trainer
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Work for a department that writes reports documenting findings identified during evaluations and audits. Teacher will edit reports, develop report templates, and teach the staff good writing skills and techniques.
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Palm, Inc.
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Quality Engineer Associate (PalmOne)
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The teacher will work on the next generation Treo cellphone. They will perform hands-on testing, verifying that new features behave as designed, documenting issues, and following them to resolution. Testing may range from validating that third party applications are still functional on our products to exploring the interactions of software and hardware on specific features. Teacher will have the opportunity to design his/her own test cases, as well as use existing documentation.
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Philips Semiconductors
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Reliability Engineering Fellow - Philips
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We are currently engaged in a project to investigate the relation between product reliability (time to product fail) and (electrical) test method and coverage. The hypothesis is that by increasing test coverage for various circuit faults, the reliability should improve. However, to what extent the reliability improvement one can realize has not been fully studied. The project aims to understand and quantify such relation.
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R and M Environmental
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Environmental Quality Control Associate (R&M)
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Fellow will: (a) perform quality control checks on environmental monitoring and well location surveying data for the Company's active remediation sites; (b) upload reviewed data to the state-run GeoTracker database (http://geotracker.swrcb.ca.gov); and (c) train staff to do same after the summer.
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SafeView
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Technical Writer
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Assist in preparing test reports, marketing collateral and documents on the system such as operator manuals, maintenance, manuals, etc.
The engineers will provide most of the content input, Fellow's ability to learn and understand some the technical aspects of the system would be most useful. Most of the system work for this position will revolve around typical software types of user interface systems.
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Santa Clara University
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Robotics Curriculum Developer I (SCU)
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Fellow will assist with ongoing efforts to provide internet-based interfaces to simple robotic equipment for educational purposes. We are exploring the way to leverage this work in order to support classroom/laboratory activities for all educational levels. We are prototyping equipment and lesson plans in order to assess feasibility, determine constraints, gauge interest, and potentially bring several lessons on-line with an initial set of middle or high school partners.
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SBC Communications
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Supplier Contracts Intern
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Re-engineer a strategic sourcing process for awarding contracts to environmental management suppliers. This includes identifying internal client needs and researching methods and procedures. Success will look like a process which meets client needs, yet uses a streamlined approach to awarding and documenting environmental management contracts.
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SEMI
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Web Portal Contract Trainer
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Develop training material on the basic design of a new SEMI WEB Site or Portal for three distinct employee groups through interviews with key Portal Development Managers & subject matter experts. After designing the program content, coordinate the final validation of the training content w/ outside experts, coordinate delivery schedules & methods, and design a process for measuring the effectiveness of each training class.
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Solectron Corporation
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ISO Coordinator - Solectron
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The Fellow will:
- Collect the existing ISO documentation used throughout the corporation.
- Analyze the design processes to identify common & different processes.
- Analyze the diff. processes & working with the worldwide groups, create common processes.
- Using common processes, create a common process document.
- Implement the common process throughout the USA & Canada design sites.
- After a trial period of 60 to 90 days, this process will be distributed to the sites worldwide.
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Solectron Corporation
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Quote and Cost Modeling Fellow - Solectron
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These projects are interwoven:
1. Cost Model Testing - to help the core team on designing the simulations for testing; 2. User Guide for Systems Model - create a user guide for Systems Cost Model;
3. Centralize all quote documents in a centralized physical location - go through global quotation related document to ensure Sarbanes Oxley 404 compliance.
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SRI International
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Visiting Fellow I (SRI)
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Fellow will be involved in research on sleep and circadian rhythms. The candidate will work with Ph.D. research staff and learn to score EEG and EMG recordings into various stages of sleep and wakefulness.
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Stanford University
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Research Fellow I (Stanford)
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Fellow will collect samples from the field and conduct analyses for microbial and chemical pollutants on the samples. The goal is to understand how environmental and land-use variables give rise to patterns in concentrations of microbial pollutants.
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Stanford University
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Pterosaur Replica Designer
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Teacher will work on all aspects of the design and construction of our pterosaur replica project and will help run the HS outreach component. 12 local students interested in robotics and flight will design and construct a soaring version of the pterosaur, with assistance from Stanford faculty and world-renowned engineers. Fellow will become part of the main design team. Activities will be filmed by the National Geographic Society.
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Sun Microsystems
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Online Community Teacher Resources Editor (Sun)
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On java.net, there are many projects that contain tools or games for teaching basic Java programming or collaborative development. Depending on the interests of the teacher, this editor will work with Sun staff and community members at universities to build curriculum or how-to documentation for students and teachers.
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SVB Financial Group
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Human Resources Specialist
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To research, analyze, and help us create regular reporting format-that identifies and outlines their measurements that indicate the success of their people and their own leadership; to identify areas and possible alternatives for increasing performance of their team and the Bank; and to assist management decision-making.
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The Mercury News
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Market Researcher - Mercury News
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IISME Fellow will analyze secondary research and conduct online searches to be used in sales materials, strategic planning and product development. Projects may include one or more of the following: working with Advertising to develop sales strategies and presentations; researching and developing recommendations for new products or current product enhancements; strategic analysis.
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University of California, Berkeley
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Research Fellow (UCB)
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Fellow will participate in the cloning, overexpression, purification and
assaying of mutant phosphatase proteins. The phosphatase acts on RNA polymerase II, the enzyme that is the focus of our work on gene regulation. Fellow will combine scientific benchwork with development of
curricula useful in high school biology classes.
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