ASA Summer Undergraduate Research or Internship Experience in Acoustics (SURIEA)

The Acoustical Society of America (ASA) will be running a 12-week PAID summer undergraduate research program for students interested in the area of Acoustics. This intensive summer program in acoustics is designed for under-represented undergraduate students from across the country.

This program will emphasize training, mentoring, research, and preparing students for graduate studies & careers in acoustics.

To be considered for the SURIEA Program, all applicants must complete the full SURIEA Application.

ELIGIBILITY

• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student in a 2- or 4-year institution, including community and tribal colleges.
• Applicant’s race/ethnicity should be one of the following underrepresented groups: Black/African American, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander, Alaska Native, Hispanic or Latino/a.
• At least 18 years old at the start of the program.
• Interested in acoustics.
• U.S. citizenship is required for all candidates.
• Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. without restriction.

PROGRAM BENEFITS

• A take-home stipend of $5900.
• A housing stipend up to $3700.
• In-person acoustic fundamentals short course near Chicago, IL, May 30-June 4 2025.
• In-person experience, working closely with a mentor in acoustics.
• Virtual networking and professional development.

TIME COMMITMENT

• Approximately 30-40 hours per week between May 18 – Aug 9, 2025. (The core program is May 25 - Aug 1). The final week will have only virtual meetings.
• Weekly cohort meetings conducted virtually during the summer. Assistance with remote connection can be provided if needed.
• Participate in an upcoming ASA meeting. Registration fees waived by the SURIEA program and travel funds provided.