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• American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Science and Engineering Fellows Program
  Since 1981, EPA's NCER has managed the AAAS Science and Engineering Fellows Program, in cooperation with the AAAS. The fellowship program is designed to provide an opportunity to learn first-hand how scientific and technological information is used in environmental policy-making; to provide a unique public policy learning experience; to demonstrate the value of science, technology, and economics in addressing societal problems; and to make practical contributions to the more effective use of scientific and technical knowledge in the programs of the U.S. government. Fellows will work in offices throughout the EPA on projects of mutual interest to the Fellows and the hosting offices. Applications are accepted by AAAS in the fall of each year.
• Greater Research Opportunities ( GRO ) Program Fellowships Undergraduate Fellowships
  The U.S. EPA is offering GRO Undergraduate Fellowships for bachelor level students in environmentally related fields of study. The deadline for receipt of pre-applications is November 23. Subject to availability of funding, the Agency plans to award approximately 15 new fellowships by July 21, 2005 . Eligible students will receive support for their junior and senior years of undergraduate study and for an internship at an EPA facility during the summer between their junior and senior years. The fellowship provides up to $17,000 per year of academic support and up to $7,500 of internship support for the three-month summer period.
• National Wildlife Federation’s (NWF) Fellowship Program
  NWF’s Campus Ecology Fellowship Program offers a nationally recognized opportunity for undergraduate and graduate students to pursue their vision of an ecologically sustainable future. Through tangible projects to green their campuses and communities, environmental research and organizing on key conservation issues, fellows gain practical experience in the conservation field and first-hand knowledge of the challenges and opportunities inherent in successful conservation efforts. In addition to joining the national network of current and alumni NWF Fellows, students also receive a modest grant, project support, recognition of their accomplishments and other perks detailed below. Deadline for Applications: December 15.
• Center for Environmental Analysis Environmental Science Fellowships
  CEA-CREST (pronounced "sea crest") offers students exciting opportunities for focused and interdisciplinary research in the environmental sciences. Student Fellows participate in the center research teams, the interdisciplinary curriculum, and the university accredited internships with off-campus agencies. The major goal of CREST is to develop outstanding research centers that will produce new knowledge and increase the number of underrepresented minorities with Ph.D.s in science, mathematics, engineering, and technology. CEA-CREST provides generous financial support for Cal State, L.A. students: $9,725/ year undergraduate research assistantships and $17,200 - 20,600 / year fellowships for master's degree students, plus funds for research and travel to national scientific meetings. Additional support for graduate students is available through teaching assistantships and numerous financial aid options. Application deadline: Spring semester March 28; Fall semester June 20.