About Internships

Part-time research internships in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) disciplines.

WISP Research Internship Program

The WISP Research Internship Program matches undergraduates with faculty mentors in paid, part-time research internships in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) disciplines. Internships last two terms (winter and spring), and interns present their work at the Karen E. Wetterhahn Science Symposium in May. 

  • First year and transfer students: eligible for internships in any STEM discipline, including Psychological & Brain Sciences.
  • Sophomores: eligible for internships in chemistry, computer science, engineering, mathematics, and physics/astronomy (areas in which women are most under-represented).

The program provides students with early hands-on research experience and mentoring from a research scientist or faculty member. These early experiences enhance scientific education and provide students with the following:

  • Research skills
  • A better understanding of scientific inquiry and culture
  • Increased awareness of science and/or engineering career possibilities

NOTE: Students cannot participate in another Dartmouth research program in the same year as a WISP internship (e.g. URAD, First-Year Research Experiences in Engineering).