Students in Illinois and North Carolina should email Lesley Hamming ((JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)) to request an application. Students in Colorado should email Kim Kundahl ((JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)) to request an application.  Please remember to indicate which state you are applying from.  We will then send you a personalized weblink to the online application. Do not share your personalized link with other students as it will contain your personal information.

The online application includes questions about your academic credentials, extra-curricular activities and the following two essays:

ESSAY QUESTION 1:
Why are you interested in a career in science or entrepreneurship?  500 words or less. 
ESSAY QUESTION 2:
Think about a news story that you have read recently that relates to science and explain why you found it interesting or surprising. 500 words or less. 

Important Application Points:

•    Please observe the application deadline.
•    Submit only 1 application.
•    Print and retain a copy of all application materials for your records.
•    Observe word limit for essays.
•    Application can be started, stopped and then returned to for editing as many times as needed using the personalized weblink until “Submit” button is pressed at the end of the application. Do not press “Submit” until you are satisfied with your answers because you will not be able to change your submission once this is pressed.

Selection of Talent Fellows:

Applications will be reviewed principally by the Program Director as well as by a panel of scientists and business leaders affiliated with the NanoBusiness Alliance and the Colorado Nanotechnology Alliance. Evaluators are looking for 1) genuine curiosity and passion for science, 2) demonstrated intellectual achievement (GPA, awards/honors, test scores and academic experiences), 3) extra-curricular activities.  After the initial screening, finalists will be chosen for an interview with representatives from the nanotechnology companies. 

Direct questions to:

Lesley Hamming, Program Director, NanoBusiness Alliance
Email: (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

Alisa Kronshage, Senior Coordinator, NanoBusiness Alliance
Email: (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Phone: 312-224-8319

Kim Kundahl
Program Director, NanoBusiness Talent - Colorado
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