SIAM-Simons Undergraduate Summer Research Program

Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics (SIAM) is pleased to announce we are accepting applications for the SIAM-Simons Undergraduate Summer Research Program, which will provide research, networking, and mentorship opportunities to U.S. students from underrepresented groups. Participating students will receive a stipend of $1,000/week and will have their housing, meals, and travel expenses paid. This is an amazing opportunity for students to immerse themselves in applied math, computational science, and/or data science research while simultaneously participating in professional development and community-building activities designed to foster a strong sense of belonging.

Note that while all projects will have an applied math and/or computational science approach, students do not need to have an applied math background to apply. Projects appropriate for students at all undergraduate levels will be available, and prior research experience is not required.

The application form is available; review of applications will begin March 6, but applications will be considered until all spaces are filled.

If you have questions, please reach out to programs@siam.org.

More about the Program
The SIAM-Simons Undergraduate Summer Research Program is a six- to eight-week program of research and learning in applied mathematics and computational science. One faculty mentor and two students at each of five sites will work together in person for these six weeks. Students will learn how to conduct scientific research, effectively communicate mathematics and computational science principles, and will gain an improved understanding of how they can pursue a career in applied mathematics and computational science. In addition to the stipend and expenses paid, students will visit the Flatiron Institute – a research division of the Simons Foundation – in Manhattan, and will attend the 2024 SIAM Annual Meeting in Spokane, WA. Faculty mentors will be chosen from SIAM’s experienced and highly qualified member base; mentors for the 2023 program have already been selected.

Funding for this program is generously provided by the Simons Foundation, whose mission is to advance the frontiers of research in mathematics and the basic sciences. Award number 1036702.