Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowships

About the role

The Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) program at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) offers an 11-week summer internship for undergraduate students enrolled at U.S. 2-year and 4-year institutions. The program aims to inspire students to pursue careers in STEM through hands-on research experience.

Responsibilities

• Work on projects in various NIST facilities including Communications Technology Laboratory, Engineering Laboratory, Information Technology Laboratory, Material Measurement Laboratory, and NIST Center for Neutron Research.
• Engage in research under the mentorship of a NIST scientist or engineer.
• Participate in special projects through offices such as NIST's Special Programs Office, Technology Partnerships Office, and Standards Coordination Office.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship or U.S. permanent residency.
• A minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
• Major in STEM disciplines or related fields.

Qualifications

• Enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student at an accredited 2-year or 4-year college or university in the U.S. or U.S. territories.
• Eligible for spring commencement before the start of the program.
• Provide official transcripts to verify enrollment.

Skills

• Strong academic performance.
• Interest in STEM fields.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement for approved courses taken during the summer.
• Financial assistance for housing, travel, and commuting (up to $4500, $500, and varies respectively).
• Stipend of $6600 for an 11-week appointment.

Pay

The typical stipend is $6600 for an 11-week appointment, equivalent to $600 per week. Payments will be disbursed electronically by NIST to participants.

Schedule

Students work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday.