Tuesday, January 6, 2026

Program description:

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10-day paid summer camp / mini-internship focused on weather prediction, local weather intelligence assessment, and resilience in agricultural and rural communities. Funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF EPSCoR, Award #2420405), the program provides hands-on training and exposure to emerging technologies and interdisciplinary research approaches.

Participants will:

  • Learn about weather resilience in rural and agricultural communities
  • Explore emerging technologies
  • Engage in interactive workshops, group projects, and professional development activities
  • Complete a team-based project culminating in an end-to-end application aligned with academic and career interests
  • Participate in field trips and networking opportunities
  • Receive a camp participation certificate

Eligibility:

Participants must be:

  • Undergraduate students
  • U.S. citizens or permanent residents
  • Currently enrolled at a public or private university or community college in Kansas, Arkansas, Nebraska, or Iowa (KANI states)

Program Details:

  • Format: Onsite workshops and hands-on training, with required virtual pre- and post-camp activities
  • Onsite Dates: May 27 – June 5, 2026 (Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–4:00 PM)
  • Virtual Components: One week prior to camp and one week following camp
  • Location: The University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA

Compensation:
Participants receive housing and a stipend of $100 per day for May 27 – June 5, 2026.
(Note: Participants from outside Iowa may receive a different stipend amount.)

Application deadline:
February 1, 2026
(Applications may be considered after the deadline until all slots are filled.)

Apply:
https://dare.org.uiowa.edu/

For more information, contact:
Marc Linderman – marc-linderman@uiowa.edu
Shaoping Xiao – shaoping-xiao@uiowa.edu