Apply to be a Trainee
The training program is open to all BU graduate students. Trainees will participate in collaborative research and community events including seminars, workshops and an annual symposium. Workshops include professional development skills, and computational, data science and experimental skills in materials science. Trainees are also able to apply for travel and research funds to support their studies.
Eligibility: Current BU graduate students (MS and PhD) in ENG, CAS, and CDS are welcome to apply. Both domestic and international students are eligible to be trainees. A subset of trainees will be invited to be NRT Fellows and receive 2 years of stipend support. These fellows must be U.S. citizens with at least 2 year remaining in their studies.
Application Requirements: Trainees should submit their resume, transcript, a personal statement, letter of recommendation from your research advisor. The personal statement should address:
- Discuss how your research integrates with the themes of the ENERGIZE NRT and how you will benefit from the NRT.
- How does your work incorporate experimental, computational, and data science through your individual work or as part of a collaboration? What is your approach to collaboration?