Office of National Laboratories Opportunities
Internships
Idaho National Laboratory
Idaho National Laboratory invites students to express interest in internship opportunities for Fall 2026 – Summer 2027. These paid internships span various STEM fields, allowing students to work on real-world projects alongside experienced professionals. Interested candidates must submit an official application when positions become available. Candidates must be full-time students with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Internship Opportunities
INL offers paid internship opportunities available in a wide range of STEM and other fields for both undergraduate and graduate students. These internships will help students collaborate with experienced scientists and engineers to develop innovative solutions for meaningful, real-world projects. INL needs individuals from all academic backgrounds to support our mission.
Applications due May 31, 2027
U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) / Office of Science
Science Undergraduate Laboratory Internships
U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) / FECM
Mickey Leland Energy Fellowship (MLEF)
Department of War
The SMART Scholarship-for-Service Program provides merit-based scholarships to bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral students pursuing STEM degrees.
SMART scholarship recipients receive:
- Full tuition
- Annual stipends
- Summer internships
- Civilian employment with the Department of War, after graduation
Applications are open annually from August 1 to the first Friday in December. For more information: https://www.smartscholarship.org/smart
Department of Homeland Security
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) is accepting applications from undergraduate and graduate students to intern with DHS. Participants will work on solving critical technology problems alongside DHS professionals.
The Homeland Security Professional Opportunities for the Student Workforce to Experience Research (HS-POWER), administered by DHS S&T, began accepting applications on September 1, 2026.
This is a unique opportunity for undergraduate and graduate students majoring in a broad spectrum of homeland security related science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) disciplines as well as DHS mission-relevant research areas, including the social sciences.
Each intern will be paired with a mentor at DHS headquarters, a DHS component, or a DHS laboratory, providing them the opportunity to network with DHS professionals and researchers.
Over the course of their internship, students will work toward cutting edge research that directly supports the Department’s national security mission and goals. Internships typically last 10 weeks during the summer, starting in June, with flexible start dates. All interns receive a stipend and a housing allowance. Graduate students receive $1,000.00 per week, and undergraduate students receive $800.00. The participant housing allowance is $500.00 per week for both academic levels.
Graduate and undergraduate students from across the United States and its territories are encouraged to apply. The application deadline is December 2, 2026.
To apply, visit: Homeland Security Professional Opportunities for Student Workforce to Experience Research Program (HS-POWER).
Office of Naval Research
Office of Naval Research Young Investigator Program (FY2027 YIP)
Submission Dates
The online application period is now open through November 30th for the Summer 2027 internship program. To apply please visit: https://www.navalsteminterns.us/internships
Program Description
This 10-week internship program is designed to provide opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students to participate in research under the guidance of an appropriate research mentor at a participating Navy laboratory.
Applications due November 30, 2026
Air Force Research Laboratory
Summer 2027 Full-time Internships for a wide range of applied and basic research projects across Air Force laboratory locations.
Applications open until Jan 11, 2027
Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL)
Student Internships (Undergraduate & Graduate)
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
NIST Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF)
Provides undergraduate students in STEM disciplines hands-on research experience under mentor guidance at NIST laboratories.
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NASA
Fellowships
DOE Office of Environmental Management Success Through Academic Research Scholarship
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Environmental Management (EM) Success Through Academic Research Scholarship (STARS) provides undergraduate students enrolled at qualified institutions with up to two years of support toward an undergraduate degree, plus an additional two years for those who choose to pursue a master’s degree.
Learn more: https://orise.orau.gov/em-stars/
DOE Genesis Mission Graduate Fellowship Pilot
Letters of intent must be submitted by an authorized organizational representative by 5 PM Eastern on November 9, 2026.
Letters of intent will be responded to by November 23, 2026.
Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern on January 12, 2027.
An informational webinar will be held at 4 PM Eastern on November 4, 2026.
Sandia National Laboratories
Sandia National Laboratories offers various opportunities for students and postdocs, including internships, co-ops, fellowships and other postdoctoral positions.
DOD SMART Scholarship-for-Service Program
Provides STEM students pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees with full tuition, annual stipends, summer internships, and guaranteed civilian employment at DOD laboratories upon graduation.
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Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL)
Linus Pauling Distinguished Postdoctoral Fellowship
Designed for early-career scientists who demonstrate exceptional talent to pursue independent research projects supported by PNNL mentors.
U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) / Water Power Tech
DOE Marine Energy Fellowship (Graduate Track)
Provides graduate students the opportunity to conduct research and access resources at national laboratories, federal agencies, or industry partners in marine energy.
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL)
Postdoctoral Research Associates
Connects recent Ph.D. graduates with mentors at LLNL to conduct basic and applied scientific research supporting national security and science missions.
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