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The Department of Defense’s (DoD) High Performance Computing Modernization Program (HPCMP) sponsors two summer research opportunities: the High Performance Computing Internship Program (HIP) and the Faculty Immersion Experience (FIX). These 10-week experiences are offered in collaboration with more than a dozen DoD hosting organizations nationwide. Both programs seek to strengthen DoD and academic collaboration, enhance research capabilities, and encourage broader university-level participation in high-end computing.

Are you ready to jump-start your career with a HIP opportunity or a FIX fellowship in the ORISE Research Participation Program? Get started below!

Additional Information

Why apply?

You will:

  • Learn from and collaborate with scientists and engineers at DoD facilities across the nation
  • Contribute to significant Research, Development, Test, Evaluation & Acquisitions Engineering activities
  • Develop critical skills and establish long-term connections
  • Receive financial support including a stipend and travel allowances
  • Gain a competitive advantage and improve long-term career opportunities

Am I eligible?

Because of the educational nature of these programs, participants must fall into one of the following categories:

  • Students (Undergraduate/Graduate) 
    • US citizen and 18 years or older at the time of application
    • Enrolled full-time in an accredited US college/university and pursuing a degree in a science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM) discipline
    • Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (on a 4.0 scale)
  • Faculty 
    • US citizen
    • Employed full-time at an accredited, degree-granting post-secondary institution (including community college)
    • Adjunct or visiting faculty are ineligible

Selections are made by the HPCMP mentor after completion of an eligible application in Zintellect. More information is available on the Information for Applicants page.

Applications will be considered without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, or covered veteran’s status.

What will I receive?

  • Stipend: Participants receive a monthly stipend to help defray living expenses during the appointment. Stipend rates are determined by HPCMP based on the participant’s education level.
  • Dislocation Allowance: A dislocation allowance may be provided for participants who relocate more than fifty miles, one-way, to the designated host site. This includes roundtrip domestic travel to/from the host location. Participant is responsible for securing their own temporary residence and local transportation prior to arriving at the designated host site.
  • Housing Allowance: All participants will receive a housing allowance according to the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) Per Diem Rate for the host site. Participants are responsible for securing their own temporary residence. Host organizations may provide assistance locating appropriate housing in the local area.
  • Professional Travel: Participants may be eligible for reimbursement of pre-approved professional travel expenses related to the educational goals of the designated opportunity.
  • Health Insurance: Participants may be eligible to enroll in ORISE health insurance to cover medical, dental and vision insurance.