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 Start Date: Between June 7, 2027, and October 4, 2027
  • Application Dates: August 12 – November 4, 2026, at 5:00PM ET
  • Offer Period: April 1 – 16, 2027
  • Acceptance Period: April 1 – 16, 2027
  • 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 12 – November 4, 2026, at 5:00PM ET

Offer Period
April 1 – 16, 2027

Acceptance Period
April 1 – 16, 2027

Flexible Start Dates
Between June 7, 2027, and October 4, 2027

The link is live during the application period.

Apply

Upcoming Application Assistance Workshops

Workshop 1:
Overview of the SCGSR Program and Application requirements– September 3, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM ET

Register here

Workshop 2:
Q&A, Application and Proposal Guidance – October 1, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM ET

Register here

Office Hours:

Every Friday starting September 4, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM ET via this Zoom link.