STEM Internships and Fellowships
Preparing the next generation of researchers, scientists, and engineers
ORISE connects the most talented college students, recent graduates, postdocs, and faculty to STEM internship and fellowship programs closely aligned with the interests of a variety of research facilities, including those managed for the U.S. Department of Energy and other federal agencies. These STEM internship and fellowship programs are key to the recruitment and preparation of the next generation of our nation’s scientific workforce.
Applicants can find opportunities via Zintellect, a searchable database of research and non-research internships and fellowships at national laboratories and U.S. government agencies. Opportunities listed on Zintellect aim to strengthen the scientific and technical workforce in areas of science, transfer knowledge and technology to the academic community, and support to the national commitment to science education.
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Why ORISE?
Every year, ORISE connects students, post-graduates, and faculty with paid internship and fellowship opportunities. Learn more about how you can experience ORISE and jumpstart your career through a STEM research, policy, or technical internship or fellowship.
Connect with ORISE… on the GO!
The ORISE GO mobile app helps you stay engaged, connected, and informed during your ORISE experience and beyond! Use ORISE GO to search and apply for opportunities, learn about exclusive ORISE events, manage applications, accept offers, and more!
Join the exclusive ORISE community of current and alumni participant peers, mentors, and STEM professionals.
Ask the Experience ORISE Team
Want to learn more about an ORISE internship or fellowship? Have questions about how the ORISE experience can successfully impact your career path and/or add value to the research opportunities of students or alumni you engage with at your organization? If so, contact our team today—we look forward to hearing from you!