Undergrad Science Lab Internship — Hands-on Research + Stipend

Building U; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job description

Program Length: 10–16 weeks (varies by term) either in the Spring or in the Summer

Sponsor

• DOE Office of Workforce Development for Teachers and Scientists (WDTS)
• DOE Laboratories/Facilities

Location

This STEM energy research opportunity is offered in 10 of 17 DOE National Laboratories across the U.S. (headquartered in Washington, D.C.).

Admissions Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older at the time the STEM energy research internship begins.
• Must be a United States Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident at the time of applying.
• Must be enrolled as an undergraduate at an accredited U.S. institution.

Benefits

• Participants receive a stipend and may be eligible for travel and housing support.
• Opportunity to work side‑by‑side with DOE scientists and engineers on real, cutting‑edge projects.
• Exposure to the culture of DOE national labs, networking with professionals, and pathways into graduate school or federal research careers.