June 2 - July 11, 2008

The Santa Fe Institute Summer Internship Mentorship (SIM) program is an opportunity for high school students to actively participate in Santa Fe Institute’s research-based curriculum, enjoy stimulating guest lectures, and contribute to a scientific effort at the Institute. This intensive six-week "SIM experience" focuses on the study and computer simulation of complex systems. (For examples of research in the field of complex systems, see Research Topics)

The SIM program broadens students’ scientific horizons, and accelerates both academic and personal development by immersing them in a supportive community of scholars, teaching them how to create and analyze computer models, and introducing them to the challenges and rewards of independent scientific research. The academic program is demanding - lectures and curricula in complexity science, mathematics, and computer programming are taught at the college-level. Each student will receive a high-level of personal attention from program instructors as well as mentoring by undergraduate research assistants and resident faculty. At the conclusion of the summer internship, students will present their work and, if appropriate, develop a plan for continuation throughout the school year. Students completing the summer program will receive a modest stipend.

Please note the SIM program is not a residential program. Participants must provide their own housing arrangements. Participants under the age of 18 must live with a parent or adult legal guardian.

Program Eligibility

The SIM program is now accepting applications from high school students.The Summer Internship / Mentorship Program does not discriminate in admissions on the basis of gender, race, color, citizenship, national or ethnic origin. Young women and traditionally under-represented minority students are especially encouraged to apply. All applicants receive equal consideration.

Program Schedule (meets Monday - Friday 9am - 3pm)

Week 1:	SFI's Complex Systems Summer School lectures and an introduction to agent-based modeling.
Week 2:	Build computer simulations using agent-based modeling tools.
Week 3:	Select and begin work on a research project.
Weeks 4-6:	Continuation of research and working with mentor. Present work and plans to continue.

Application Requirements

• Application Form
• 1-page essay entitled, "The whole is sometimes greater than the sum of its parts."
• 2 letters of recommendation (preferably from a math teacher & a science teacher)
• High school transcript
• Standardized test scores (either PSAT, PreACT, SAT, or ACT) if available.

How to Apply

• Online: Our online application form allows you to submit the application form and essay electronically. You will still need to mail the rest of your application materials to the address below. In order to use the online application, you must have a valid email account.
  BEGIN ONLINE APPLICATION.
  
  
• Postal Mail/Courier: Applications sent via postal mail will also be accepted. Include your e-mail address and fax number. Do not bind your application materials in any manner. Download and print application form PDF. Send application packages to:
  
  SIM Program
  Santa Fe Institute
  1399 Hyde Park Road
  Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501 USA

Transcripts and letters of recommendation: Transcripts must be official. If you apply by postal mail, transcripts and letters of recommendation may be included in the application package in sealed envelopes, or they may be sent directly to the address above.

Deadline: All application materials must be postmarked or electronically submitted no later than Wednesday April 30, 2008.

Applications will be complete only when all required parts have been received, including both teacher recommendations. Incomplete applications cannot be reviewed.

For further information about the program please email .