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Clean air, land and water | Chemical safety | Human health and environment

The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) studies these factors to ensure decision makers and the public know what to do next. They focus on the science to provide timely, relevant, and impartial information for our changing world.

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

Additional Information

Why apply?

The ORISE Research Participation Programs at EPA are educational and training programs designed to provide college students, recent graduates, and university faculty, opportunities to participate in project-specific EPA research and developmental activities.

You will:

  • Learn from and collaborate with EPA scientists and professionals in your field to address the nation’s current challenges and establish long-term relationships and connections
  • Develop critical skills and contribute to mission-related research activities
  • Receive financial support including a stipend and travel allowances for internships and fellowships
  • Gain a competitive advantage for your future as you apply your education and talent in a variety of settings

Am I eligible?

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

  • Students must be enrolled in an accredited U.S. pre-college, college or university pursuing a degree in a science, technology, engineering or math (STEM), and must maintain satisfactory progress in academic coursework.
  • Postgraduates must have received their degree in an appropriate STEM discipline within five years of the appointment start date or must complete all requirements for such a degree prior to the desired start date.
  • Faculty must be full-time faculty from an accredited U.S. pre-college, college or university.

Selections are made by the EPA 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?

  • Hands-on Learning: Professional Development with Impactful Mentorship and access to Cutting Edge Technology
  • Stipend: Participants receive a monthly stipend to help defray living and other expenses during the appointment. Stipend rates are determined by EPA and are based on the participant’s educational level.
  • Travel: Depending on your project assignment, you may be eligible to receive reimbursement for travel and educational experiences which promote the educational goals of your appointment.