Tech Crew Program

This experience delivers technical skills that few students applying for graduate school or industrial employment have. VINSE Tech Crew is a unique and immersive program that provides Vanderbilt undergraduates an opportunity to work on research projects in cutting-edge areas of nanoscience and nanoengineering. We offer experiences both in the summer and throughout the academic year.

Cutting Edge Research Experience for VU Undergraduates

Tech Crew members develop familiarity with operating complex tools and performing nanofabrication and characterization processes to assist with the development of new processes and techniques of research interest. Duties also include accompanying authorized users in the laboratories, performing minor technical duties, and calling for assistance in the event of laboratory emergencies.

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We offer four summer fellowships and several hourly positions during the academic year. Nearly 90% of the participants continue to work at VINSE throughout the remainder of their undergraduate years at Vanderbilt. Advancement opportunities are available as technical and professional skills are developed.

Meet The Tech Crew
  • Am I Eligible?
    • Vanderbilt undergraduate students
    • Current freshman and sophomores preferred
    • Science and engineering majors preferred
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Summer Tech Crew

A 10-week internship in the VINSE cleanroom with a roll-over academic year position.

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    Extensive hands-on laboratory experience and skill development for academia and industry
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    $7,000 stipend and paid Vanderbilt housing
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    Interaction with the VINSE REU program social activities
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    Professional development sessions
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    Trip to the Oak Ridge National Laboratory
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    End of summer poster presentation with several summer programs across campus
  • Application Process

    Summer Tech Crew

    Application Deadline: February 15

    All materials must be submitted by this date.

    How to Apply

    • Create an account
    • Under the section 'Summer Research Programs' select 'VINSE Summer Tech Crew'
    • Submit your materials by the deadline. Vanderbilt has several REU summer programs, so be sure to select the correct one. You can apply for up to two REU programs. 

    Materials & Application Tips

    • Include a one page statement of interest. Your statement of interest should introduce yourself, describe your interest in becoming a VINSE Tech Crew member, and what you expect to gain from the program.
    • Provide contact information for two recommenders. At least 1 recommender must be academic, one can be personal (a link will be sent to recommenders to upload their letters).
Apply for Summer Tech Crew

Academic Year Tech Crew

Academic year tech crew members staff the VINSE core laboratories during the designated after-hours shifts and during selected day shifts to assist staff on projects in the cleanroom. 

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    Competitive pay & flexible hours
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    Help maintain the cleanroom and obtain qualification on equipment to assist cleanroom users
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    Develop skills relevant to academia and industry
  • Application Process

    Academic Year Tech Crew

    Materials & Application Tips

    • Include a resume
    • Include a one page statement of interest. Your statement of interest should introduce yourself, describe your interest in becoming a VINSE Tech Crew member, and what you expect to gain from the program.
Application for Academic Year Tech Crew opens in November

Contact Us

If you have any questions about either program please contact: