Science Graduate Student Research (SCGSR)

Program Description

The Office of Science Graduate Student Research program provides supplemental funds for graduate awardees to conduct part of their thesis research at a host DOE laboratory or facility in collaboration with a DOE laboratory scientist within a defined award period. Collaborating DOE laboratory scientists may be from any of the participating DOE national laboratories or facilities.

The award period for the proposed research project at DOE laboratories/facilities may range from 3 to 12 consecutive months.

Further program information

Eligibility

  • Minimum age and U.S. citizenship or permanent residency
  • Academic status
  • Enrollment in a qualified graduate program
  • Graduate research aligned with DOE Office of Science Research Programs
  • Collaboration with a DOE laboratory scientist

Application Procedure

  • Online application
  • SCGSR research proposal
  • Official graduate transcripts
  • Proof of Ph.D. candidacy
  • Two letters of support

Internship Details

  • Program Dates: Between June 8 and October 5, 2026
  • Application Dates: August 13, 2025 – November 5, 2025
  • Offer Period: April 1 – 17, 2026
  • Acceptance Period: April 1 – 17, 2026
  • Salary: Monthly stipend in the amount of up to $3,600
  • Transportation: Paid round-trip airfare, or mileage reimbursement if permanent address is more than 50 miles from host laboratory.
  • Location: Onsite work schedule

Deliverables

  • Written research report

Key Dates

Application Dates
August 13, 2025 – November 5, 2025

Offer Period
April 1 – 17, 2026

Acceptance Period
April 1 – 17, 2026

Flexible Start Dates
Between June 8 and October 5, 2026

Application is Open

Fill out the online application, and be prepared to present any other application requirements.
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