ORISE - DOE National Energy Technology Laboratory Research Participation Programs

Deadline: Jun 01, 2026

undergraduate | masters | phd | postdoctoral

partially funded

To Apply

Please visit the application link below to apply.

Opportunity Overview

The Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) is now accepting applications for the DOE National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) Research Participation Programs 2026. This program offers exciting opportunities for internships, postdoctoral fellowships, and faculty research experiences in energy and environmental research at the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Energy Technology Laboratory.

🏢 About the Program

The DOE NETL Research Participation Programs provide participants with hands-on research experiences in cutting-edge energy and environmental projects. These programs are designed to foster innovation and professional growth.

🎁 Benefits

Participants in the program can expect the following benefits:

Stipend: Weekly stipend based on academic classification and experience.
Insurance: Insurance is a requirement for the Professional Internship Program.
Inbound/Outbound Travel: Travel awards are made on a case-by-case basis for participants residing more than 50 miles from the laboratory.
On-station Travel: Travel during the appointment to attend conferences, workshops, and other educational meetings. Awards are made on a case-by-case basis (most short-term appointments, such as summer programs, do not qualify).

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the program, applicants must:

Be an undergraduate or graduate student in good standing at a regionally accredited college/university, or a post-baccalaureate within two years of graduation, or a post-master’s within three years of graduation.
Have an overall minimum GPA of 2.5/4.0.
Be at least 18 years of age at the time of appointment.

Citizenship Requirements:

The program is open to U.S. citizens and foreign citizens eligible to participate as J-1 Exchange Visitors or under other approved visa categories.
Some NETL locations may only appoint U.S. citizens due to the sensitive nature of the research or restricted facility access. Any such restrictions will be clearly stated in the project description of the opportunity posting.

📅 Application Date and Process

Application Deadline: 01 June, 2026
To apply, visit the official application website.

🔗 Additional Information

For more details about the program, visit the ORISE - DOE NETL Research Participation Programs page.

📞 Contact Information

For any inquiries, please contact:
Email: NETLinfo@orau.org

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Benefits

Stipend: All internship programs provide a weekly stipend based upon academic classification and experience.
Insurance: Insurance is a requirement for the Professional Internship Program.
Inbound/Outbound Travel: Awards are made on a case-by-case basis for those whose residence is more than 50 miles from the laboratory.
On-station Travel: Awards for on-station travel are made on a case-by-case basis, typically not available for short-term appointments.

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