10450 Airport Drive, Hayden, ID 83835
Company Description:
Blue
Water Technologies has new, innovative technologies to remove
phosphorus, arsenic, heavy metals, endocrine disruptors, and other
contaminants from drinking and wastewater. The company has
commissioned the Hayden Wastewater Research Facility for full-scale research and
demonstration for advanced wastewater treatment processes. The
current focus includes fabrication of new products related to
wastewater treatment, optimizing processes for removal of
contaminants, developing equipment for new applications, and
technical and computer control systems for water treatment. The
company employs 15 people and expects to grow in 2007.
Duties/Job Description:
The intern will initially be paired with an engineer to shadow them and
assist on projects. They will be directly involved in the handling
of customers and production of marketing materials. Personnel are
encouraged to produce written and oral communication with the
purpose of productizing the results they obtain in the laboratory.
Interns will be involved in pilot-testing off-site and learning how to
interface with potential customers.
Student Qualifications:
Interns will be successful with a background in a wide variety of
fields, including chemistry, environmental science, computer
science, and the following engineering disciplines: civil, chemical,
mechanical, electrical, environmental, and biological systems.
There are projects for any science or engineering students with a
positive attitude, natural curiosity, interest in improving the
environment, and willingness to learn.
Compensation:
Approx. $6,000 gross pay for full-time work during the internship
period.
Duration:
At least 8 weeks, but no more than 9 weeks during summer 2007
(late-May 2007 to early-August 2007). Employment dates will be
determined by mutual agreement.
How to Apply:
Submit a letter of interest, resume, contact information for three
references, and copy of college transcripts by mail to Idaho EPSCoR,
PO Box 443018, Moscow, ID 83844-3018, by fax to (208) 885-5111, or
by email to epscor@uidaho.edu.
Application Target Date:
On or before March 2, 2007.
Job-related Information Contact:
Dr. Remy Newcombe, (888)-710-2583,
rnewcombe@blueh2o.net
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2808 North Cole Road, Boise, ID 83704
Company Description:
MicroWorks, Inc. is a progressive computer company that provides
a full range of software development, programming, networking,
creative design, and consulting services that turn technical
challenges into profitable solutions. The company currently markets
4 products, Softbars, SmartDongle, 4inmates.com, and DealerDirect.
MicroWorks was founded in 1995 and has grown to employ 24 people.
Duties/Job Description: Intern would help implement features
into one or more of the companies custom software products. The
intern will have a broad exposure to the process of developing
products and taking them to market. A senior software engineer will
be assigned as the intern's mentor.
Student Qualifications: A successful intern should have
a strong background in computer science. Preferred skills should
include experience in several of the following:
- Web environments: .NET ASP.NET XSLT HTML CCS XHTML
- Lanaguages: C
C++ C# C#.NET VB VB.NET Java. JavaScript XML Tcl BASH
PHP DHTML JDBC KSH
- Databases: ANSI
SQL
PLSQL (Oracle) PLPGSQL (PostgreSQL) Oracle 9I PostgreSQL MySQL
Microsoft SQL Server 2000 SQLite
Compensation:
Approx. $6,000 gross pay for full-time work during the internship
period.
Duration:
At least 8 weeks, but no more than 9 weeks during summer 2007
(late-May 2007 to early-August 2007). Employment dates will be
determined by mutual agreement.
How to Apply:
Submit a letter of interest, resume, contact information for three
references, and copy of college transcripts by mail to Idaho EPSCoR,
PO Box 443018, Moscow, ID 83844-3018, by fax to (208) 885-5111, or
by email to epscor@uidaho.edu.
Application Target Date:
On or before March 2, 2007.
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P.O.
Box 534, Boise, ID 83701
Company
Description:
O.D. 260 Inc. is a
small biotech company located in Boise, Idaho. They currently have 3
employees. O.D. 260 opened a new laboratory just over two years ago
to focus on developing new gene-therapy and DNA promoter regulation
technologies. The company also performs custom Adenovirus based
cloning services for clients across the United States.
Duties/Job
Description:
The chosen intern would be working with a primary investigator. Their project would involve the further development of our Adenovirus service customer databases. There would also be opportunity to learn and perform other duties associated with working in biotechnology.
Student
Qualifications:
The applicant
should be self motivated and have a basic science background. Some
knowledge of molecular and/or virology is preferred. Applicant
should also have strong computer skills (including Word and Excel)
and be available for work Monday-Friday 8:30am-5 pm.
Compensation:
Approx. $6,000 gross pay for full-time work during the internship
period.
Duration:
At least 8 weeks, but no more than 9 weeks during summer 2007
(late-May 2007 to early-August 2007). Employment dates will be
determined by mutual agreement.
How to Apply:
Submit a letter of interest, resume, contact information for three
references, and copy of college transcripts by mail to Idaho EPSCoR,
PO Box 443018, Moscow, ID 83844-3018, by fax to (208) 885-5111, or
by email to epscor@uidaho.edu.
Application Target Date:
On or before March 2, 2007.
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PO Box 8922,
121 W. Sweet Ave., Suite 125
Moscow, Idaho 83843
Company
Description:
Orielle focuses on advanced software research and development for
the Department of Defense. Current research is in the area of
web service management. This project is
funded by the Missile Defense Agency and the Air Force Research
Laboratory. The company currently has 3 employees, and is located in
the University of Idaho Business Technology Incubator adjacent to the
University of Idaho campus.
Duties/Job Description:
Our current project focuses on providing a management environment
for web services in Java. The intern would assist in the design and
implementation of programs in Java, including user-interfaces, for
fairly self-contained pieces of the project. The intern would gain
first-hand knowledge of Java programming as well as project version
control in a production environment. The intern would also be exposed
to state-of-the-art programming technologies such as web services and
web-based user interfaces (JSF). The intern would also gain insight
into the operation of a small entrepreneurial grant-based company,
and moreover can gain mentoring in how to form it and how to fund it.
Further information on our projects may be found at
http://www.orielle.com/html/careers.htm.
Student
Qualifications:
The desired technical skills and training of an appropriate intern
would be a computer science major (or minor) with some experience in
Java under either Windows or Unix environments. Specific experience
in XML and web services would be desirable but is not required. Due
to the nature of the work, applicants must be US citizens or
permanent residents.
Compensation:
Approx. $6,000 gross pay for full-time work during the internship
period.
Duration:
At least 8 weeks, but no more than 9 weeks during summer 2007
(late-May 2007 to early-August 2007). Employment dates will be
determined by mutual agreement.
How to Apply:
Submit a letter of interest, resume, contact information for three
references, and copy of college transcripts by mail to Idaho EPSCoR,
PO Box 443018, Moscow, ID 83844-3018, by fax to (208) 885-5111, or
by email to epscor@uidaho.edu.
Application Target Date:
On or before March 2, 2007.
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Smart Weapons and
Tactical Ordinance
1400 Shilo Drive, Suite C, Nampa, ID 83687
Company
Description:
proSWAT is actively engaged since 2004 developing technology
for Department of Defense and other select US government agencies.
proSWAT focuses on developing next generation weapon systems, tactical ordnance,
and tactical gear. Currently, proSWAT generates revenues with select products
including sound suppressors and tactical gear for small arms. At any given time
proSWAT develops/co-develops new products and technologies in conjunction with US
government agencies.
Duties/Job Description:
Most of proSWAT's developments, projects and products are not in the public
domain or sold to the general public. However, interns would have the opportunity
to work in various capacities from product definition, concept development, design
implementation, manufacturing concepts, marketing and sales strategies, etc.
Student
Qualifications:
Must have U.S. citizenship and clean criminal background. Desired
intern would have a mix of technical and business background.
Compensation:
Approx. $6,000 gross pay for full-time work during the internship
period.
Duration:
At least 8 weeks, but no more than 9 weeks during summer 2007
(late-May 2007 to early-August 2007). Employment dates will be
determined by mutual agreement.
How to Apply:
Submit a letter of interest, resume, contact information for three
references, and copy of college transcripts by mail to Idaho EPSCoR,
PO Box 443018, Moscow, ID 83844-3018, by fax to (208) 885-5111, or
by email to epscor@uidaho.edu.
Application Target Date:
On or before March 2, 2007.
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University of Idaho Research Park, 721 Lochsa Street, Suite 9, Post
Falls, Idaho 83854
Company Description:
Quest Integration has been providing software, hardware, and
service solutions to the local engineering and manufacturing sectors
for the past eight years. Their current team consists of 10
employees. Quest Integration is focused on facilitating efforts that
benefit the area's manufacturing sector. Quest's effort to support
the area include sponsoring and coordinating the Engineering Success
Conference, the Quest for Success Scholarship Program, Quest for
Success Grant Program, and participation in the WIA Training
Program. Duties/Job Description: The SolidWorks
Application Engineer Intern would focus on technical support issues
by phone and email. There are opportunities to assist with
implementations, training, and technical product demonstrations.
Applicants should illustrate a great attitude, sense of humor,
excellent communication skills, and flexibility. Student
Qualifications:
- 3D Solid Modeling experience - SolidWorks experience is
preferred
- Some 2D experience - such as AutoCAD
- Interest and/or experience in IT and networking
- Interest and/or experience in data management (PDM)
- Any experience with FEA is a plus, but not required
- Any experience with CAM is a plus, but not required
Compensation:
Approx. $6,000 gross pay for full-time work during the internship
period.
Duration:
At least 8 weeks, but no more than 9 weeks during summer 2007
(late-May 2007 to early-August 2007). Employment dates will be
determined by mutual agreement.
How to Apply:
Submit a letter of interest, resume, contact information for three
references, and copy of college transcripts by mail to Idaho EPSCoR,
PO Box 443018, Moscow, ID 83844-3018, by fax to (208) 885-5111, or
by email to epscor@uidaho.edu.
Application Target Date:
On or before March 2, 2007.
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University of Idaho Research Park
721 Lochsa St. Suite 16 Post
Falls, ID 83815
Company Description:
Sentry Dynamics is a local leader in GIS data development and
internet mapping capabilities. Sentry Dynamics provides services in:
printed maps, digital imagery, internet mapping, data hosting and
spatial data development. Duties/Job Description: Intern
will be involved in designing layouts and printing maps using ArcGIS
software, using spatial data, and using ArcEditor to load vector and
raster data into ESRI SDE. Successful intern will also assist in the
building of personal geodatabases along with data entry and
development of Microsoft Access databases. Intern will collect,
enter, and manipulate data received from governments and other data
sources. Some basic office management duties are part of the
position as well, including answering phones, filing, writing and
mailing letters, and customer service. Student
Qualifications:
- United States Citizenship
- Must be able to work full time during internship period
- Exceptional organizational skills
- Knowledge of GIS theory and ESRI software; no technical
experience required
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Capability to work independently and in a group setting
- Mandatory proficiency with Microsoft Office software and
proficiency with Adobe Acrobat or Adobe Photoshop
- Experience in Microsoft Access or Microsoft SQL database is
beneficial
Compensation:
Approx. $6,000 gross pay for full-time work during the internship
period.
Duration:
At least 8 weeks, but no more than 9 weeks during summer 2007
(late-May 2007 to early-August 2007). Employment dates will be
determined by mutual agreement.
How to Apply:
Submit a letter of interest, resume, contact information for three
references, and copy of college transcripts by mail to Idaho EPSCoR,
PO Box 443018, Moscow, ID 83844-3018, by fax to (208) 885-5111, or
by email to epscor@uidaho.edu.
Application Target Date:
On or before March 2, 2007.
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9941 W. Emerald Street, Boise, ID 83704
Company Description:
Founded in 1999, Telemetric designs, manufactures and sells wireless
communication and control solutions for the electric utility
industry. Telemetric products and services help electric utilities
to monitor and control their electric distribution systems, yielding
more reliable power at lower costs. Telemetric currently has 19
full-time employees. Duties/Job Description:
Interns are involved directly with the product development teams
with hands on experience in product development, testing, quality
assurance, and support of manufacturing. As Telemetric creates both
electronic hardware and network systems software – interns are
involved with the end-to-end solution design and development. Mentoring occurs at many levels, as the students interact with
nearly all the staff of this small company.
Student Qualifications:
Electrical and Computer engineering students at the junior level or
higher. Graduate students are encouraged to apply.
Compensation:
Approx. $6,000 gross pay for full-time work during the internship
period.
Duration:
At least 8 weeks, but no more than 9 weeks during summer 2007
(late-May 2007 to early-August 2007). Employment dates will be
determined by mutual agreement. The
opportunity for further part-time employment is possible depending
on the students location and school schedule.
How to Apply:
Submit a letter of interest, resume, contact information for three
references, and copy of college transcripts by mail to Idaho EPSCoR,
PO Box 443018, Moscow, ID 83844-3018, by fax to (208) 885-5111, or
by email to epscor@uidaho.edu.
Application Target Date:
On or before March 2, 2007.
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408 S. Eagle Road, Suite 201, Eagle, ID 83616
Company Description:
TenXsys is a provider of innovative telemetry systems for the monitoring and tracking of animals and humans. Telemetry devices consist of a subject worn device with sensors such as temperature, motion or acoustic monitor, and a radio, and a receiver unit attached to a PC to capture the data. The PC has software that stores, analyzes and presents the data. TenXsys has 15 employees.
TenXsys has developed initial prototype systems, and sales to date have been to early adopters working collaboratively to improve the products. TenXsys is developing markets for our products, and hope to launch a rather large product in Q4 2007. Additionally, TenXsys has recently received funding from In-Q-Tel for human telemetry devices, and is looking to develop and commercialize devices specific to the intelligence community. TenXsys continues to receive funding through Phase II and III SBIRs as well.
Duties/Job Description:
TenXsys has a need for two types of students:
- Technical Emphasis: computer engineering or computer science
and engineering student, preferably with the understanding of
microcontroller code, assembly and high-level complied code. The student
must be comfortable or willing to learn code for microcontroller devices
involving hardware interaction, and will using proto-boards to wire and
assemble prototype systems.
- Business Emphasis: a student enthusiastic about developing
marketing and business plans and materials for novel products in
completely new markets with a combined background in business/marketing
and engineering.
Student Qualifications:
The type of student that works best in our environment is:
- self-motivated
- a higher level student who is comfortable in an ambiguous environment
- motivated and have the ability to perform complex problem solving (think ahead a few steps).
- motivated and have the ability to perform complex problem solving (think ahead a few steps)
- Tasks will be varied with some individual tasks along with team tasks so the student must be able to work well on directed tasks, as well as in a team environment.
Compensation:
Approx. $6,000 gross pay for full-time work during the internship
period.
Duration:
At least 8 weeks, but no more than 9 weeks during summer 2007
(late-May 2007 to early-August 2007). Employment dates will be
determined by mutual agreement.
How to Apply:
Submit a letter of interest, resume, contact information for three
references, and copy of college transcripts by mail to Idaho EPSCoR,
PO Box 443018, Moscow, ID 83844-3018, by fax to (208) 885-5111, or
by email to epscor@uidaho.edu.
Application Target Date:
On or before March 2, 2007.
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2422 12th Ave. Rd. #208, Nampa, ID 83686
Company Description:
Transfenic Software is a bioinformatics technology provider for
the Biopharma Industry. The companies primary focus is to provide
biotech and pharmaceutical companies with the necessary technology
and tools to meet their data management, data tracking, pre-clinical
data integration, and regulatory compliance needs. Transgenic
Software's technology helps to shorten the drug development product
cycle.
Duties/Job Description:
An intern at Transgenic will have the opportunity to work on
product, website, and portal technology development, search engine
optimization, as well as the application of several new
technologies. The intern will experience first hand developing and
building a technology company from sales and marketing to customer
service and support to consulting and other roles small business
employees must fill.
Student Qualifications:
The successful intern should posses skills in one or many of the
following disciplines.
- Computer science
- Bioinformatics
- Internet and web development
- Business, Marketing, and/or Consulting
- Intellectual and Property Law
- Contract Law
- Graphic Art
Other positive attributes for an intern would include solid
computer skills with popular application programs (MS Office, Adobe,
etc.), knowledge of a computer programming language, an
entrepreneurial interest, strong organizational and administrative
skills, ability to communicate both written and verbal, creativity,
and a willingness to take risks.
Compensation:
Approx. $6,000 gross pay for full-time work during the internship
period.
Duration:
At least 8 weeks, but no more than 9 weeks during summer 2007
(late-May 2007 to early-August 2007). Employment dates will be
determined by mutual agreement.
How to Apply:
Submit a letter of interest, resume, contact information for three
references, and copy of college transcripts by mail to Idaho EPSCoR,
PO Box 443018, Moscow, ID 83844-3018, by fax to (208) 885-5111, or
by email to epscor@uidaho.edu.
Application Target Date:
On or before March 2, 2007.
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