- Is enrolled in an accredited engineering or science program at a college or university located in U.S. EPA Region VII (Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska).
- Has at least “Junior” standing by the start of the summer.
- Has completed coursework in chemistry and calculus (Math 106 at UNL). Completion of an environmental engineering course is desirable.
- Submits an application that is postmarked or delivered by Monday, February 4, 2008.
Benefits
- Financial Support—Interns receive nearly $6,000 stipend for the 11-week internship, tuition and fees paid for 3 credit hours, additional housing allowance for interns in high-cost locations, and approved out-of-town travel reimbursement.
- Pollution Prevention Education—Knowledge of this environmental principle will be advantageous to any future career.
- College Credit—Earn 3 hours of college credit in a senior-level engineering course at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. The course description can be used to petition for transfer credit at other colleges and universities.
- Real World Experience—The P3 program offers a unique opportunity to apply knowledge learned in the classroom to real world situations. Interns have a special opportunity to better their communication skills and to network with those in industry.
What a Pollution Prevention Intern Can Do
Overviews of the projects and accomplishments of former P3 interns can give you a good understanding of the diversity, breadth, and success the P3 Program has had.
How to Apply to the P3 Program
- Download the P3 Application for 2008 (pdf file). You will need the free Acrobat Reader to view and print the pdf file of the P3 Application.
- Type or Print all information requested on form, including answering the Supplemental Questions.
Review the description of the different kinds of assistance modes or placement options to better understand your choices.
- Sign the application.
- Include a transcript or self-generated list of course and grades.
- Obtain two references using the forms provided.
At least one reference should be from a university faculty member. The other reference can be a supervisor or someone familiar with your work habits and personality. Please have the person providing the recommendation return the form directly to the address at the bottom of the form. Often students provide their reference person with a pre-addressed, stamped envelope.
- Mail the completed application to:
P3 Intern Program
c/o Dr. Dvorak
UNL-Biological Systems Engineering
234 L.W. Chase Hall
Lincoln, NE 68583-0726
- Submit the application by Monday, February 4, 2008
If you have any questions about the application process, please e-mail:
Dr. Bruce Dvorak at bdvorak1@unl.edu
Stacey Hawkey at shawkey2@unl.edu
Application Review Process
- After the due date, the P3 faculty and staff review all applications.
- Semi-finalists are interviewed in person or by telephone.
Participants are selected on the basis of:
- communication skills,
- people skills,
- work ethic,
- academic achievement,
- relevant experience,
- interest in specific technical assistance sites,
- available projects and clients, and
- technical aptitude.
If Selected to the P3 Program
We want both you and your prospective client or placement to be happy with the summer’s choices. If there appears to be a beneficial match, you will receive a formal letter of offer to confirm your participation in the P3 Program.
We have put together a list of “Understandings and Expectations” that will be included with your letter of offer. It will provide you with all the details to get you ready for the summer. This information includes specifics about:
- Class Attendance
- Health Insurance
- Stipend and Reimbursements
- Application to UNL (Non-UNL students)
- Class Enrollment
- Transfer Credit
- Other Requirements
NOTE: The sample “Understandings and Expectations” presented on the website is general in nature, and may not completely reflect your current situation. Be sure to read and follow the “Understandings and Expectations” included with your offer letter.
Report on the first day of class ready to learn, have fun, and have an overall rewarding, educational experience.
For general information and inquiries call or e-mail:
Dr. Dvorak at (402) 472-3431, bdvorak1@unl.edu
Stacey Hawkey at (402) 472-2838, shawkey2@unl.edu
