Internships

Program Description

Sponsored by the Universities Research Association (URA), this program engages women science and engineering undergraduate students to conduct research at Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (Fermilab) in fulfillment of its mission. The S&T portfolio of Fermilab covers the research areas of Particle Physics, Accelerators and Detectors, Applied Physics and Superconducting Technology, Computational Science/Artificial Intelligence, and Emerging Technologies, in support of the following projects: LBNF/DUNE US, PIP-II, HL-LHC AUP & CMS, Mu2e, Superconducting Quantum Materials and Systems (SQMS).

Interns spend 10 weeks at Fermilab working under the direct leadership, guidance, and supervision of Fermilab scientists, engineers, computing professionals, technicians, and staff across all laboratory directorates performing hands-on research. In addition, the cohort meets with mentors and advisors to grow their professional networks, take part in engaging and inclusive intellectual discussions, directly benefit from laboratory resources and participate in professional development and social engagement activities.

Eligibility

• Women science and engineering majors
• Academic disciplines: All Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Material Science, Mathematics, and Computer Science
• Enrolled full-time in a degree-granting program at a U.S. institution of higher education located in the U.S. or its territories
• Juniors and seniors not graduating prior to December of internship year
• Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (LPR)

Application Procedure 

Before applying have all requirements ready. Once submitted, access to the application will no longer be available to upload any missing requirements.

The application materials required:

• Online application – Application Walkthrough Video Guide
• Resume
• Unofficial transcript
• Statement of Purpose (300 words max): Describe your experience, skills, personal and professional goals and intellectual curiosity that you will bring to Fermilab and make you an outstanding intern. (Upload statement under the Resume section save as pdf.)
• One letter of recommendation from a professor, faculty, or academic or research advisor. The recommendation letter should address the applicant’s academic record and potential for success in a STEM internship, as indicated by demonstrated by academic and intellectual merit, research/technical if applicable, communication, leadership, and teamwork skills. The recommendation letter must be received by the application close date.
  • (After submitting an application, the applicant will receive an email request to provide contact information for individuals writing letters of recommendation. An email link will be sent to identified references to upload their letter of recommendation. Note, reference links are sent only to the individual writing the letter of recommendation and only emailed during normal business hours, Monday through Friday.)

Internship Details

• Application Period: December 23, 2024 – February 21, 2025
• Program Dates: May 26 – August 1, 2025
• Offer Date: March 17, 2025
• Acceptance Date: March 21, 2025
• Salary: Stipend is based on 40 hours/week at $23/hour for 10 weeks
• Transportation: Inbound and Outbound travel arrangements are provided

Inquiries may be sent to Internships@fnal.gov with the subject line “Inquiry: URA-Fermilab: Undergraduate Women in STEM.”

Deliverables

• Attendance at the Undergraduate Lecture Series
• Presentation abstract (150 words)
• Oral presentation
• Poster presentation
• Written research project report