DOE EM Success Through Academic Research Scholarship (STARS)

Deadline: November 1, 2026 at 11:59 PM EST

About the Program

The EM STARS program provides undergraduate students at qualifying institutions with opportunities to engage in research and operations in critical STEM areas, including:

• Advanced Manufacturing
• Artificial Intelligence
• Cybersecurity
• Deactivation & Decommissioning
• Machine Learning
• Robotics
• Soil & Groundwater
• Tank Waste

Benefits

• Financial Support: Tuition allowance of up to $36,000 per academic year (adjusted based on actual tuition costs) and a stipend of $32,000 per academic year.
• Paid Summer Internships: 10-week internships with accomplished mentors at EM headquarters, field offices, or DOE national laboratories.
• Networking Opportunities: Engage with the EM community, including field sites, contractors, stakeholders, and other STARS Scholars.
• Career Development: Continued academic and career guidance, along with potential employment opportunities with EM after graduation.

Program Details

The EM STARS program supports your academic journey, from undergraduate studies to a potential master’s degree. Summer internships will immerse you in EM’s mission, functions, and operations, giving you hands-on experience in your chosen research areas. Upon graduation, you’ll be well-prepared to contribute to EM’s mission and pursue career opportunities within DOE.

Eligibility Requirements

• Be a U.S. citizen at the time of application.
• Be 18 years of age by June 1, 2027.
• Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
• Be enrolled as an undergraduate student at a qualifying institution during the 2026–2027 academic year.
• Have completed at least two years toward an undergraduate degree by the start of the internship and be graduating between May – December 2029.
• Be pursuing a STEM degree that supports EM research and operations.

For detailed eligibility requirements, visit the opportunity announcement.