Opportunities Await
Whether you’re an undergraduate or graduate student with an interest in high performance computing, or a PhD student about to enter the job market, getting involved in the Students@SC program can help you identify your possibilities within the field of HPC. With opportunities for professional development and guidance from mentors, the Students@SC program helps facilitate students’ transition into the professional HPC community.
Thanks to Our Supporters
Students@SC thanks its generous donors who helped make this year’s program a success.
Get Involved
Take a deep dive into the mechanics of the SC conference by volunteering, or put your skills to the test by participating in one of the competitions offered.
Lead Student Volunteers (UG/GS)
If you’re a former SC student volunteer, elevate your SC experience by applying to the Lead Student Volunteer program.
Student Volunteers (UG/GS)
Calling all undergraduate and graduate students! Volunteers assist conference operations and can also participate in the Technical Program. Travel support is available.
Student Cluster Competition (UG)
Teams of undergraduate students from around the world put their skills to the test building, operating, and tuning powerful cluster computers in this high-powered competition.
IndySCC (UG)
A competition with the intent to create a more inclusive and education-focused track of the Student Cluster Competition.
All Student Conference Attendees (HS/UG/GS/FS)
Regardless of your participation in the above, there are plenty of opportunities and activities for students attending the conference including workshops, technical sessions, and guided interest groups.
Mentoring
Students@SC offers a variety of mentoring programs wherein students can gain valuable career advice from seasoned mentors, such as direction on a career path in HPC, balancing work demands in the context of life’s many dynamics, dealing with thesis advisors, and more.
Mentor–Protégé Matching (HS/UG/GS/FS)
Students at SC can be matched up with a mentor who provides personal insight into their career trajectory and the ins and outs of the HPC world – ultimately establish a lasting mentoring connection. Participants are invited to a breakfast before the Keynote to get to know their mentor.
HPC Immersion (UG)
For undergraduate students early in their academic career seeking an introduction to high performance computing. Students will be guided through the SC Technical Program and meaningfully engage in activities including technical talks and workshops to gain an understanding of career options in computer science, computer engineering, and computational science.
Alumni Networking Event (HS/UG/GS/FS)
Calling all current and former Students@SC program members. Join us for an informal networking reception and a chance to meet members of the Students@SC community both old and new.
Guided Interest Groups (HS/UG/GS)
Guided Interest Groups (GIGs) are community learning experiences where students shepherd participants through the SC Technical Program. GIGs are open to all students attending the conference.
Activities
All Students@SC participants are invited to take part in these activities during the conference.
Job Fair (HS/UG/GS)
This face-to-face event is the perfect place to discover and meet with potential employers. Open to all student conference attendees. We’ve supplied guidelines for students and recruiters.
Student Tours (HS/UG/GS/FS)
Local student groups are invited to visit the SC Conference, where they can attend talks on high performance computing and take a guided tour of the Exhibits Hall.
Student Sessions (HS/UG/GS/FS)
In addition to access to the SC Technical Program, a robust program of student-specific sessions is organized for all student attendees. Topics will include those aimed at advancing skills required to thrive in an HPC related career, including refinement of your résumé. You’ll also improve your ability to communicate your research to a wide range of audiences and gain an understanding of your personal resilience and work-life balance. Several beginner-level technical sessions will also be arranged.
Teach the Teacher (HS Teachers)
Learn to incorporate cybersecurity and data science into high school curriculum. This special seminar is designed for high school teachers.
Programs
The SC Program features three components geared specifically toward students and young professionals.
ACM Student Research Competition (UG/GS)
The ACM Student Research Competition showcases original research from undergraduate and graduate students, with winners selected based on poster content and presentation quality.
Doctoral Showcase (GS)
The Doctoral Showcase provides an opportunity for PhD students to present their dissertation research in the form of short talks and poster presentations.
Early Career (FS)
Past your student days? The Early Career program is a series of workshop-style sessions intended to help guide early-career researchers within the first five years of a permanent position in navigating a successful career path.
