This is an immersive 8-week paid research program at a top-tier university, offering unparalleled hands-on experience with expert mentorship and a culminating research symposium.
The University of Chicago DSI Summer Lab is an immersive 8-week paid research program for high school students residing in the Chicago area and undergraduate students. Participants are paired with data science mentors from various fields, including computer science, social science, climate and energy policy, public policy, materials science, and biomedical research. The program emphasizes hands-on learning through projects that simulate real-world data science tasks, allowing students to engage with and hone their skills in research methodologies, practices, and teamwork. Students gain an understanding of fundamental data science methodologies and specialized training within their lab's research area. The program culminates in an end-of-summer symposium where students present their research findings through videos and engage in Q&A sessions, similar to a professional conference. Students also participate in professional development and training to prepare for future careers in data science and computing, with some alumni continuing research with their mentors after the program.
Students are expected to attend from 9am to 5pm, with most of the day spent working on research with their mentors, refining methodologies, and preparing presentations.
This program is ideal for Chicago-area high school students and undergraduate students passionate about data science and interested in gaining practical, interdisciplinary research experience.
The University of Chicago, Chicago, IL
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