Cogsci Summer Internship Grant

In support of campus equity and inclusion goals, the Cognitive Science program is excited to provide the Summer Internship Grant. This grant will provide an opportunity for Cognitive Science majors who face financial, cultural, and other barriers to participate in summer internships that advance their career or academic interests. Grantees are responsible for finding an internship and covering expenses beyond the value of the grant.

Grant recipients may be invited to participate in workshops and community-building events designed to provide support for a successful summer internship that provide more information on summer housing, budgeting, resume/cover letter review, and more!

Students can apply for grants ranging from a few hundred dollars up to $3,000 based on financial need.

Financial need will be determined based on each student’s specific summer internship earnings and summer expenses. Grant recipients will submit a detailed budget sheet after they secure an internship.

What the Grant Can Fund:

Unpaid or underpaid summer internships related to Cognitive Science.
Living expenses during the internship, including rent (up to $1,500 per month).
Transportation to and from the internship location, if applicable.
Basic living expenses during the internship, such as food and local commuting costs.
Other misc. needs described in budget sheet.

Grant Does Not Cover:

Any additional housing costs above $1,500 (average rent for 1 bedroom housing)
Summer Session courses or study abroad programs
Academic supplies, such as textbooks, laptops, or software
Dual housing costs (“double rent”), unless a compelling financial justification is submitted and approved in advance.

Eligibility:

1. Must be a current Cognitive Science major at the time of application.

2. Student's expected graduation term (EGT) must be no earlier than the Fall semester following their summer internship.

3. Submit Internship Details including an Offer letter/employment letter, Budget Proposal and Exit Survey.

4. Internships must last at least 10 hours per week for a minimum of four weeks. Both paid and unpaid internships are eligible. Work experience opportunities can be internships, research positions, part-time jobs, or full-time jobs.

Selection Criteria:

1. Students will be selected based on the strength of their applications. Applicants may also be invited to a personal interview as part of the selection process.

Selection Process:

1. Complete and submit this application. It will be reviewed by the CogSci staff.

2. Top candidates will be contacted via email after application cycle ends.

3. The 2025-2026 cohort will be admitted end of April.