How to contact universities/research scholars for an apprenticeship in astrophysics?

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Rupak Karnik, a third-year electronics engineering student from Mumbai, seeks an apprenticeship in astrophysics during his 6-week mid-semester break in June and July. Due to conflicting schedules with local institutes' summer programs, he is looking for guidance on contacting professors or research scholars for opportunities. He is willing to pay any required fees for the apprenticeship. The discussion emphasizes the importance of proactive outreach and networking in securing research positions in astrophysics.

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Hi,

My name is Rupak Karnik. I am currently a third year student in electronics engineering in Mumbai, India. I have a very keen interest in astrophysics and space sciences and I plan to pursue a career in the same. I have a mid-semester break during the months of June and July for 6 weeks and I would love to get an opportunity to do an internship at an institute or work as an apprentice under a research scholar during that period in this field. However, I face a unique, frustrating problem. All the institutes here have their summer schools and internship programs during the period when I have my semester examinations. Hence, I am looking elsewhere for gaining some experience. If anyone could guide me on how I can contact professors or if there are any other options, it would be great. I am prepared to pay whatever fees are required for the same. I would really appreciate any help I can get because this is what I really want to do. Thank you
 
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