Internships

Program Description

CCI provides community college students with 10-week summer technical training experiences. Students work with scientists and engineers on instrumentation, technology, and computing projects related to Fermilab’s research programs.

CCI is sponsored by the Department of Energy’s Office of Science.

Further program information 

Eligibility

• Current, full-time or part-time community college enrollment
• Must have earned a high school diploma or GED equivalent at the time of applying
• Completion of at least 6 credit hours in science, mathematics, engineering, or technology course
• Overall completion of at least 12 credits hours
• 3.0 grade point average or above on a 4.0 scale
• At least 18 years of age
• U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status
• Proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States
• Students may participate in the CCI program twice and can apply to the CCI program a maximum of three times.

Application Procedure

• Online application
• Unofficial transcripts
• Two letters of recommendation (Due date is application close date).

 

CCI/SULI Program Office Hours for Spring 2027 Term

Got SULI/CCI questions? We’ve got answers!
Navigating the application process doesn’t have to be a solo journey. Join the program office for our upcoming SULI/CCI Office Hours! We’ll be answering live questions about administrative steps, submission details, and everything in between. Both applicants and letter-of-recommendation writers are highly encouraged to attend. Register here to secure your spot and finish your application with confidence!

📅Date: September 9, 16, and 23, 2026

⌚Time: 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EDT

👉Registration: Required. Register here.

 

Internship Details

2027 Spring Term

• Program Dates: January 11, 2027 – April 30, 2027
• Application Dates: July 8, 2026 – September 30, 2026, at 5:00pm ET
• Offer Period: October 15, 2026 – December 17, 2026
• Acceptance Period: October 15, 2026 – December 17, 2026
• Salary: $650.00 per week
• Housing: Not provided. Local housing information available.
• Transportation: Paid round-trip airfare, or mileage reimbursement if permanent address is more than 50 miles from host laboratory.
• Location: Onsite work schedule

2026 Fall Term

• Program Dates: August 17, 2026 – December 4, 2026
• Application Dates: March 12, 2026 – May 20, 2026, at 5:00pm ET
• Offer Period: June 3, 2026 – August 4, 2026
• Acceptance Period: June 3, 2026 – August 4, 2026
• Salary: $650.00 per week
• Housing: Not provided. Local housing information available.
• Transportation: Paid round-trip airfare, or mileage reimbursement if permanent address is more than 50 miles from host laboratory.
• Location: Onsite work schedule

Deliverables

• Oral or poster presentation
• Project report paper
• Pre-Survey
• Post Survey