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Dear list members, Please could you forward the following details about summer 2011 research internships offered by the STOR-i DTC at Lancaster University to those who may be interested. Many thanks, Paul Fearnhead and Chris Kirkbride STOR-i Summer Research Internships, Lancaster University. What is a STOR-i Research Internship? STOR-i Research Internships offer a unique opportunity for undergraduate students to experience and learn how Statistics and Operational Research (STOR) can be employed to tackle challenging practical problems. Where and when will they take place? Internships will run for 8 weeks over the summer vacation during which you will engage in research with leading academics from Statistics and Operational Research at Lancaster University. Who are they aimed at? The internships are aimed at giving an insight into what a PhD in Statistics and OR is really like, and are open to students interested in the possibility of undertaking a PhD. We anticipate they are most appropriate for students about to enter their final year of study, but we will consider applications from any student aiming to achieve a strong 2:i or first class degree in a quantitative or mathematical discipline. We regret that we will not be able to consider any applications from non-EU students. Why consider an internship? As a STOR-i intern you will be joining other high-calibre undergraduate students studying in the vibrant research environment at Lancaster University plus you will be supported by a bursary of £250 per week. Throughout the internship, you will: •Experience how mathematical ideas can be employed to solve important practical problems. •Learn how to apply quantitative skills to important practical problems. •Gain an insight into what it would be like to do a PhD. •Develop skills to enable you to excel in your studies and beyond. Want to know more? To find out more visit our website at http://www.stor-i.lancs.ac.uk/intern. Here you can find examples of current and recent internship projects plus testimonials and blogs from recent STOR-i interns. How do I apply? To apply, please send the following to [log in to unmask] : CV. Cover letter explaining why you wish to do an internship. Copy of your degree courses and marks to date. Please note that there are two deadlines for applications; Friday 11th February and Friday 22nd April. Interviews will take place on Monday 21st February and Tuesday 3rd May. You may leave the list at any time by sending the command SIGNOFF allstat to [log in to unmask], leaving the subject line blank.