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Department of Psychology

Summer Internships and Opportunities

Advanced Statistical Training in Psychology

Advanced Statistical Training in Psychology (ASTP) is an intensive, 9-day, hands-on seminar on statistics and research methods in a dynamic setting that emphasizes hands-on computer skills. Up to 20 students who plan to pursue a graduate degree in psychology will be selected. The ASTP targets students who are rising seniors and who are from traditionally underrepresented groups in psychology. The definition of underrepresented groups for this program is extremely broad, including students who are members of ethnic minority groups, first generation college students, and students who have had to overcome other kinds of social or economic barriers on the road to academic excellence.  ASTP is expected to take place in July of 2008. For more information and a link to the online application, see http://www.apa.org/science/astp.html

American Psychological Association Summer Research Program

Summer Science Fellowships sponsored by the American Psychological Association will allow undergraduate students to be immersed in psychological science during an expenses-paid summer training program.  The program will be held late June through early August at George Mason, University of Maryland and Johns Hopkins.  Psychology Majors who are rising Seniors may apply. The application deadline is March 3, 2008 .  For more information see http://www.apa.org/science/ssf.html

American Psychological Association Internship

Undergraduate Psi Chi Members are invited to apply for a 10-week paid summer internship program with the APA Science Directorate in Washington DC.  The Science Directorate is the APA unit with primary responsibility for promoting and representing psychological science and scientists. Interns participate as team members on a variety of directorate projects. For example, interns might assist with Internet searches and/or write summaries on selected research or issue topics, help construct databases of researchers or research topics, work on components of larger projects, assist in the preparation for the Summer Science Institute or the annual convention, sit in on Directorate policy meetings, and/or attend congressional hearings.  The Science Directorate will work with the intern to establish the starting date and expects the intern to work for 10 weeks, starting on this date. The salary paid by the Science Directorate is approximately $3,500.  For more information seehttp://www.apa.org/science/psa/oct07ann.html#ann01 .  Application deadline: January 15, 2008.

Attention and Learning Disabilities Center

The Attention and Learning Disabilities Center at JMU is holding two summer camps this year for children and adolescents ages 11-16 with ADHD.  They are looking for energetic and motivated students to be counselors.  The first camp, the Summer Treatment Program, will be held June 23 - August 1 Monday through Friday from 8 to 5pm.  There is also a week of training before camp starts June 16 - June 20.  The pay for counselors will be $2500 for the seven weeks.  Their second camp, JumpStart, will be held August 4 - August 8 Monday through Friday 8 to 5 pm.  Pay for this camp will be $235.  If you are interested in working with kids or just want a really rewarding summer experience this is a great opportunity to make a difference in these kids lives.  For more details or if you have any question contact Christine Brady (brady2ce@jmu.edu).  See their website (http://chp.cisat.jmu.edu/jumpstart/index.html) for more information

Davidson College

Davidson College sponsors an eight-week summer academic program for undergraduates which includes an internship at Broughton Hospital in Morganton, NC, a state psychiatric facility serving western North Carolina . Students earn credit for one course from Davidson College as Practicum in Psychology Davidson’s PSY 290) which includes working in the hospital and weekly classes, times to be arranged once the class arrives in Morganton. This course is taught by the Psychology Department Director at Broughton Hospital as an adjunct faculty member at Davidson College . The program will run from May 27 to July 18, 2008.Participants work with hospital professionals as observers and assistants in patient treatment programs. Students may have the opportunity to participate in other hospital trainings and/or field trips to settings where activities relevant to clinical psychology are occurring. Service to the hospital is an important aspect of all placement options. In past years placement options have included the Adult Admissions Division, Psychiatric Rehabilitation Division, or Specialty Services Division, which includes the adolescent, geropsychiatry, and medical units. Applicants should have completed Abnormal Psychology prior to the program's start. Tuition and room fees total $800. No financial aid from Davidson College is available. For detailed information and an application, visit the Davidson College Department's webpage: http://www.davidson.edu/academic/psychology/broughton.htm
Visiting the Broughton Hospital web site at http://www.broughtonhospital.org/index.htm may  be helpful. Deadline: April 1, 2008 .

Envision

Envision is seeking Event Coordinators to fill full-time positions that will begin in April and conclude in August. This is a perfect opportunity for someone who generally is on break/holiday during the summer. These are entry-level, event planning / management opportunities for energetic and passionate college grads. The Event Coordinator is responsible for planning and implementing assigned portions related to the designated program on the Scholar Experience Team. Event Coordinators may be responsible for supervising the Faculty Advisors and/or Operations Team Members and monitoring participant experiences during programs.  For more information and to apply online see https://env.ats.hrsmart.com/cgi-bin/a/highlightjob.cgi?jobid=330 .  Qualifications: (1) 4-yr college degree earned on or before March 1, 2008,  (2) at least 6 months of managerial, event planning and experiential education, (3) sincere and demonstrated experience working with students, (4) must be willing to temporarily reside in the Washington, DC metro area for a period of 4-6 weeks between April and May 2008.  Salary: $33,000/yr prorated, plus room and board during all conference cycles.  Employment locations: CA, TX, IL, NY, NC, FL, DC, VA, & MA.  Other positions are also available.  See http://www.envisionemi.com/join.asp

Johns Hopkins University Center for Talented Youth (CTY)

The Johns Hopkins University Center for Talented Youth is seeking staff to help offer their intense 3-week academic programs for talented elementary, middle and high school students. Residential site locations are located around the country. Sessions are conducted June 26-July 19 and July 19-August 9. Salary plus room and board is available. For more information and to apply see http://www.cty.jhu.edu/summer/employment  .

Monster Diversity Leadership Program (DLP)

The Monster DLP is a highly selective leadership program designed to help college students of diverse background develop fundamental career skills, gain access to top companies and discover or embrace their passion. Participants spend a summer weekend, in one of 10 host cities with 300 like-minded student leaders exploring such areas as resume-building, career development, workplace diversity and networking. It is a life-changing event for incoming college sophomores, juniors and seniors. For more information or to apply see http://www.monsterdlp.com

Oak Valley Center

A paid 12-week summer internship is available though the Oak Valley Center, a structured therapeutic day school program designed to meet the needs of children and adolescents who have learning or emotional challenges that interfere with concentration and the ability to learn.  Interns experience a variety of tasks in the classroom with students ranging from grades 3 though 12, as well as rotating through administrative office work. The center is in Fairfax, Virginia.  For more information visit http:// www.oakvalleycenter.com for a description of their program.  For further information, please contact Jaren Van Den Heuvel (ovc@oakvalleycenter.com; 703.591-1146.)

Pediatric Neuropsychology

Dr. Ida Sue Baron is a leading pediatric neuropsychologist and Director of Neuropsychology at Inova Fairfax Hospital for Children in Falls Church Virginia.  Currently, she is studying the neuropsychological outcomes of 3-year-old and 6-year-old children who were born prematurely.  Dr. Baron welcomes students to contact her who have a serious interest in working with her in capacities ranging from volunteering a few hours a week to more full-time commitments. Possible experiences vary greatly from administrative research tasks to neuropsychological testing of children.  Positions are becoming available, in part, because Psychology Major Alumnus Mary Iampietro is leaving her position with Dr. Baron.  Currently volunteer positions are available to psychology majors and recent alumni, and paid positions may become available in the future.  If you are interested in learning more contact Dr. Baron (Ida@isbaron.com ) and Mary Iampietro (mciampietro@gmail.com )

Study in India and Sri Lanka

Psychology Majors are invited to participate in a Summer Study Abroad Program in India and Shi Lanka.  Organized by the JMU International Beliefs and Values Institute,  (http://www.jmu.edu/ibavi), India and Sri Lanka: A Guided Tour for Global Citizens offers students an in-depth and up-close opportunity to experience two of the oldest and most fascinating civilizations on earth.  Psychology students can earn credit for PSYC 200/GEIC 202 Making Sense of Beliefs and Values (3 credits), and REL 300 Applied Engaged Buddhism (3 credits). Independent Study Credit (Psyc 290 or 402) may also be available.  The trip will run May 25-July 4, 2008.  As of Spring Break, space was still available, but students need to apply quickly.  For more information download flyer, see  http://www.jmu.edu/international/abroad/jmu_india_ibavi/  or contact Devi Bhuyan (568-5201 bhuyandx@jmu.edu ).

Study in South Africa

Psychology Majors are invited to participate in a course on Child Health and Wellness in South Africa, May 17-June 2 or June 9-June 25, 2008.  You will earn 3 credits for this experience (HTH 490).  For more information about the May trip click here.   For more information about the June trip click here .The application deadline is November 15.  Contact Dr. Debra Sutton (suttondl@jmu.edu ) for more details.

Study in Ireland

Psychology Majors are invited to join the Kinesiology Department Summer Study trip to Ireland to be held June 7-July 3, 2008.  Students earn credit for KIN 426 (Psychological Behaviors of Physical Activity) and KIN 490 (Special Studies: Observations of Children during Physical Activity).  Costs: (1) Summer Tuition fees for 2008  (VA residents= $1374/ Non-VA residents=$3918), (2) Trip Fees = $3,100 (includes rooming, 2 meals per day, transportation once classes begin, and rental of classrooms), (3) plane fare.  For more information see http://www.jmu.edu/international/abroad/jmu_ireland_kin/index.shtml and contact Dr. Marge Slattery (slattemm@jmu.edu ) very soon if you are interested.

Study in Italy

Earn credit towards your Psychology Major by participating in a summer program held in Italy during a JMU-sponsored study abroad program is taught by Dr . Bill Evans and Dr . Ashton Trice . Drs. Evans (JO 110) and Trice (JO 209) have applications available at their offices for the Summer 2008 program in Perugia and Florence.  Please stop by and pick one up, fill it out, and return it to Dr. Trice's mailbox before October 1 if you are interested. Interviews will begin in October. 
Frequently asked questions:  (1) This program begins IN FLORENCE on Monday, May 12 and is over on Wednesday, May 28. This year a 1 semester, 1 credit-hour prep course offered during the 4th block Monday afternoons from 2:30 to 4:15 is REQUIRED for all students who will be participating on this trip.  (2) Last year the program fee was $2,300. The dollar-euro exchange rate has continued to slide disadvantageously for Americans traveling to Europe, so the cost is likely to be higher this year.  (3) Accommodations are in two smaller hotels in the two main cities we visit where breakfasts are provided, and set dinners are provided each night. (4) The places we will visit include Perugia, Florence, Assisi, Gubbio, Siena, and Pisa. There will also be a day trip to Rome.
For more information contact Dr . Trice (JO-110; tricead@jmu.edu; 568-8189) or Dr. Evans (JO-209; evanswf@jmu.edu; 568-6373).

Study in Ghana

Earn 6 college credits (including 3 credits of Psyc 200) during a 4-week summer program held in Africa . This JMU-Sponsored study abroad program is taught by 18 University of Ghana professors and includes visits to important cultural sites, religious shrines, a slave castle, a visit to an African Rainforest, and visits to local artists at work. The program is inter-disciplinary in character. The presentations cover contents from which students in the various disciplines draw cases, experiences, information, and data. Psychology students may be particularly interested in lectures concerning the following topics: The social structure of Ghana , traditional government and institutions, African traditional religion, new religious movements, language and social expression, women and society, women in public life, religious festivals in Ghana , and the concept of medicine in Ghana (traditional and modern health systems). In addition to inner-city volunteer opportunity for students, Special Education and Psychology students may volunteer at New Horizon School for the Intellectually Handicapped in Accra (see http://international.egmont-hs.dk/nhss/ ).
The tentative travel dates will be June 7- July 6, 2008 . For more information contact Dr. David Owusu-Ansah (owusuadx@jmu.edu; 568-6743). Participation in Psyc 200, Study in Ghana, will fulfill the Socio cultural Awareness requirement for the Psychology Major that is part of the program for all Psychology Majors who started JMU in August 2006 or later.

Study in Greece

This two week intensive course is a collaborative effort on the part of the Graduate School of Education, the Department of Psychology at George Mason University and the Hellenic Institute of Psychology and Health, Thessaloniki, Greece. Students will have a truly unique opportunity to interact with Greek University students and faculty as they explore issues related to health psychology in a multicultural setting. The 3-credit special topics course is open to both undergraduate and graduate students, and of particular interest to education and psychology students. It will identify those components which make up multidimensional definitions of health psychology; compare the various psychosocial and behavioral theories, health of individual cultural differences in lifestyle, customs, perception of illness and the use of health services; discuss ways of promoting awareness and understanding of multicultural factors in health psychology.  In addition to classes, students will also have the opportunity to participate in guided tours and cultural excursions to Thessaloniki, Gherkin Beach, Petrolia, Athens and even take a four-day, all inclusive cruise to the Greek Isles.  This course will transfer as JMU’s Psyc 200 and will fulfill the Sociocultural Awareness Requirement for the Psychology Major.  For more information see            
http://www.gmu.edu/departments/cge/Programs/summer/PsychologyGreeceSummer2008.html
Or contact Dr. Anastasia Kitsantas (703 993-2688; akitsant@gmu.edu ).  As of Spring Break, space was still available on this trip.  If interested, contact Dr. Kitsantas immediately.

Summer School on Crime, Law & Psychology in Prague

The Prague's Centre for Public Policy (Centrum pro verejnou politiku - CPVP) will be conducting a Summer School on Crime, Law and Psychology 2008 (CLP2008) to be held in Prague, Czech Republic, July 2-9, 2008. The Summer School on Crime, Law and Psychology 2008 is a week long academic program designed to bring together 30 undergraduate and graduate students of various nationalities and academic backgrounds (criminology, legal studies, psychology, sociology and other related academic fields) from the USA, Eastern and Western Europe to enjoy their summer holidays in the unique academic and cultural environment. The aim of the program is to provide students with an opportunity to deepen their own expertise, thereby enhancing their knowledge on the correlation between criminal law and psychology, exchanging their ideas with academics, practitioners and fellow students from different countries. The summer program combines intensive academic courses with cultural, social, and recreational opportunities.  For more information see http://www.clp.cpvp.cz .  The early bird application deadline is April 30, 2008. The final deadline is May 15, 2008.

University of Virginia

The Curry School of Education at the University of Virginia is pleased to announce its first Risk and Prevention in Education Sciences (RPES) Summer Undergraduate Research Program.  This fully-funded 8-week program will introduce students from under-represented groups to ongoing research occurring at UVa and will give them experience to help make them qualified candidates for doctorate programs in education research.  Students will have the opportunity to collect and analyze data, write a section of a research paper, participate in research meetings, and attend and participate in conferences.  For more information about the program see http://curry.edschool.virginia.edu/risk or contact Dr. Sara Rimm-Kaufman (serk@virginia.edu; 434-982-2863), or summer program coordinator Howard Crumpton (RPESintern@virginia.edu).

Wake Forest University

Wake Forest University Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Bowman Gray Campus, will be offering a Summer Research Opportunities Program (SROP) for rising undergraduate junior and senior science majors who are interested in pursuing a graduate degree. Students will receive hands-on experience in a research laboratory and will gain insight into career opportunities in scientific research and graduate education. For additional information or to apply see http://www2.wfubmc.edu/graduate/SROPIntroPg.html .  The application deadline is February 15, 2008.

Western Kentucky University

Western Kentucky University is offering a Summer Research Experiences for
Undergraduates (REU) program that will provide 12 undergraduate interns with an 8-week summer research experience in lifespan developmental psychology. Individuals accepted into the REU program will participate in research projects in collaboration with faculty members, seminars and workshops and group activities. Applicants must have completed at least three Psychology courses and courses in Statistics and Research Methods are recommended. The program operates June 2 through July 25, 2008. Interns receive a salary ($2,400) plus lodging and meals. For more information see http://edtech.tph.wku.edu/~smutter/REUIndex.htm . The application deadline is Feburary 1, 2008.

Westat Internship

Westat, a private employee owned social science research firm in Rockville, Maryland, is seeking a few individuals who are interested in getting experience and learning about social science as applied in the “real world.” They are offering internships in the substance abuse area and other areas of social science research including education and public health to individuals with a Bachelors’ degree and interest in attending graduate school or individuals with a Masters degree and considering further graduate studies or a possible career in research. The successful candidates will work with existing research teams to participate in
conducting focus groups, analyses of qualitative and quantitative data, writing findings, planning steps in a research project, participation in writing proposals, conducting interviews, and other interesting activities. Each intern will have a professional level staff member serve as his or her mentor to oversee the experience. Mentors and interns will meet on a regular basis to explore the experience, examine various issues that have arisen, and discuss their professional development. The internship begins June 1 and ends August 31. To apply send resume and cover letter to: Atiba Coppock, Ph.D. , Westat, 1700 Research Blvd., Rockville, MD 20850-3195 or electronically mail resume and cover letter to: atibacoppock@westat.com . Applications will be accepted now through February 28. If you have any questions please call Dr. Coppock at (240) 314-2437.

Wediko Children's Services

Summer Internships are available with Wediko Children’s Services in their New Hampshire Summer Program. Wediko is a non-profit agency dedicated to children whose learning, social development, and self-direction is lagging. During the summer months, Wediko operates its New Hampshire Summer Program, described as the nation's oldest academic residential treatment setting for children with serious emotional and behavioral disturbances. Each year, the Summer Program offers internships to students from universities and colleges across the nation. Their goal is to develop a staff team of diverse and talented individuals who will not only enable the success of 135 at-risk youth, but also benefit from ample opportunities for personal and professional growth. They are currently recruiting for residential counselors, special education assistants, and activity assistants For more information including position descriptions and applications see http://www.wediko.org/  or contact Tiffany Beckum ( tbeckum@wediko.org or 617-292-9200).

University of Buffalo

Internship positions for undergraduate counselors, aids and research assistants are available at the Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Program in the Center for Children and Families at the State University of New York (SUNY) at Buffalo. The Children's Summer Treatment Program (STP) for children with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Conduct Disorder (CD) or Oppositional-Defiant Disorder (ODD) provides treatment tailored to children's individual behavioral and learning difficulties and serves children ages six through twelve. For more information and to apply see http://ccf.buffalo.edu/intern_employ.php

University of Pennsylvania

The University of Pennsylvania will conduct an Undergraduate Workshop in Cognitive Science and Cognitive Neuroscience, June 1-14, 2008. Penn provides stipends for travel, room, and board to all workshop participants. To learn more, to get program dates and application information, or to complete an online application see http://www.ircs.upenn.edu/summer2008/ .