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The College of Engineering, Dean’s Office, its committed in supporting research and development activities to its engineering graduate community. The Research & Graduate Studies Division can provide partial assistance in covering costs that are associated with: academic conferences, national conventions, specialized research opportunities, amongst others.

Funds for travel support are competitive, and funding may be applied to specific eligible costs associated with the activity.

All interested applicants need to submit a Question Pro survey, and include the following supporting documents:

• One page statement in which outlines: “How the participation to the conference will contribute to your progress toward degree completion, as well as your future career goals.”
• Invitation to Conference/Acceptance Paper
• Preliminary Budget
• Preliminary Budget or Cost for Hotel Expenses
• Preliminary Budget or Cost for Airfare/Transportation Expenses

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Develop your Entrepreneurship Skills – Training Modules

Blackstone LaunchPad students can now develop their entrepreneurial skills through a series of short, 15 minutes, training modules created by TalentLMS.

TalentLMS is an online training platform that offers a series of short, fun, and interactive modules focused on Entrepreneurial Skill Development. From tips on developing an entrepreneurial mindset to advice on building relationships and networking, the modules available through TalentLMS will help you immerse yourself in the world of entrepreneurship - even if you don’t have a business idea or startup! Students who complete all ten modules will receive a certification in recognition of your newly developed skills.

Deadline: Open all semester

AFRL - Bioeffects Research Fellowship Opportunity

The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), Radio Frequency Bioeffects Branch (RHDR), seeks a qualified researcher in Biology or Bioengineering.

The Bioeffects Division (RHD) of AFRL has played a key role in understanding the biological effects of directed energy (DE) for more than 50 years. The mission of RHD is to understand the fundamental mechanisms underlying the interaction of DE with biological systems to mitigate risks associated with warfighter exposure to DE sources. Specific objectives of the division include preventing mission degradation due to DE exposure and enabling our forces to function safely, effectively, and efficiently on the DE battlefield.

Eligibility:

• Master's or Doctoral Degree received within the last 60 months or currently pursuing
• U.S. Citizen Only

Deadline: Applications reviewed on a rolling basis

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AFRL - Role of Circadian Transcriptional Machinery Under Air Force Relevant Stressors Research Fellowship

The Bioeffects Division, part of The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), at Joint Base San Antonio seeks a qualified researcher in Biology or Bioengineering.

The Bioeffects Division has played a key role in understanding the biological effects of directed energy (DE) for more than 50 years. The mission of The Bioeffects Division is to understand the fundamental mechanisms underlying the interaction of DE with biological systems to mitigate risks associated with warfighter exposure to DE sources. Specific objectives of the division include preventing mission degradation due to DE exposure and enabling our forces to function safely, effectively, and efficiently on the DE battlefield.

Eligibility:

• Master's or Doctoral Degree received within the last 60 months or currently pursuing
• U.S. Citizen Only

Deadline: Applications reviewed on a rolling basis

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Bridge to the Doctorate

The BD project is open to first-year, STEM doctoral students. This includes senior undergraduate students who will are completing their B.S. degree and who have been accepted into a UTEP STEM Ph.D. program, qualified M.S. students in their last semester of studies with a confirmed STEM Ph.D. acceptance, and qualified STEM Ph.D. students in their first semester of study. Each two-year fellowship includes a $64,000 stipend plus full tuition and fees, including student health insurance.

Program Qualifications are:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
• Must have participated in a Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LSAMP) program as an undergraduate. Program participation/certification will be confirmed with the BS degree-granting institution or must have participated in a federally-funded (NSF, NIH, DoD, DoE, etc.) undergraduate research experience prior to B.S. attainment.
• Must have received a Bachelor's degree from an LSAMP campus in a science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) discipline.
• Must be admitted into a STEM Ph.D. program at UTEP by early December (for Spring applicants) or early June (for Fall applicants) and have no more than 18 doctoral credit hours. The NSF definition of STEM fields includes mathematics, natural sciences, engineering, computer and information sciences, and the social and behavioral sciences – psychology, economics, sociology, and political science.

Deadline: The UTEP Bridge to the Doctorate (BD) Fellowship Program is not soliciting applications at this time.

More details at: /engineering/lsamp/Bridge%20to%20Doctorate/bridge-to-the-doctorate-application.html

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Commercial Buildings and Building Energy Code Fellow: U.S. Department of Energy

The Building Technologies Office (BTO) is seeking innovative fellows to participate in U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) clean energy initiatives. As a Fellow, you will engage and interact closely with BTO staff and National Laboratory scientists on research, development, and deployment of building energy codes and building performance standards to produce significant energy savings across the built environment. Fellows will experience full immersion in the Building Energy Codes Program (BECP) and Commercial Buildings Integration (CBI) technical projects and activities, interacting with experts in academia, industry, and at the National Labs. Fellows will also engage a diverse mix of state, local, and non-governmental stakeholders. You may also engage with other programs at the Department of Energy and across the Federal government. This Fellowship will last one year, with the opportunity to renew for additional years at the discretion of the sponsoring office.

Stipend and Benefits

BTO offers a competitive stipend for participation in this program determined on an individual basis. This Fellowship also offers a range of additional benefits including: medical, dental, and vision insurance, a local transportation stipend, and Federal holidays. Relocation expenses incurred in relocating from current address to Washington, D.C. or Golden, CO will be reimbursed, in the amount of up to $5,000 (if more than 50 miles from the address shown on the application). Fellows will receive a travel and research allowance of $10,000 per appointment year to cover expenses for scientific and professional development activities. Fellows may be offered an extension for additional years with an increase in stipend and cost of living adjustment. Past Fellows have gone on to take a wide range of permanent positions in industry, academia, and government.

Deadline: Applications are currently open, but no specific deadline has been provided.

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ConTex (UT System in Collaboration with Mexico’s CONAHCYT) Doctoral Fellowship

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ConTex is a joint initiative of The Ãå±±ÂÖ¼é of Texas System and Mexico’s Conacyt. Established in 2016, ConTex supports bi-national efforts to enhance academic and research collaborations between Texas and Mexico.

Fellowship covers resident tuition and fees, as well as monthly financial support for up to five years. Applicants for the ConTex fellowship must have Mexican citizenship and must be incoming students or current students in their first or second year of a Ph.D. program. In order to be awarded, students must:

• Register with ConTex
• Apply and be admitted to a Ph.D. program at one of the UT Institutions
• Apply for and obtain a Conacyt scholarship through the Study Abroad Fellowship program

Deadline: Application period for 2024 has closed. Applications for the 2025 cohort are expected to begin around March 2025.

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DOE Computational Science Graduate Fellowship

The Department of Energy Computational Science Graduate Fellowship (DOE CSGF) provides outstanding benefits and opportunities to students pursuing doctoral degrees in fields that use high-performance computing to solve complex science and engineering problems.

The DOE CSGF is open to U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents who plan full-time, uninterrupted study toward a Ph.D. at an accredited U.S. university.

Benefits:

• A yearly stipend of $45,000
• Payment of full tuition and required fees during the appointment period (at any accredited U.S. university)
• An annual $1,000 professional development allowance
• Up to four years of total support, depending on renewal
• A twelve-week practicum experience at one of 21 DOE national laboratories or sites, including access to DOE supercomputers
• A rigorous program of study that ensures fellows have solid backgrounds in a scientific or engineering discipline plus computer science and applied mathematics
• An annual program review for fellows, alumni, university and DOE laboratory staff, held each summer in the Washington, D.C. area

Deadline: Applications for the 2025-2026 have closed.

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DOE - Oak Ridge Office of Environmental Management Science Education and Internship Program - Environmental and Physical Sciences Fellow

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Environmental Management (OREM) is seeking Fellows to engage in projects and activities related to DOE-OREM Legacy Clean-up Missions at East Tennessee Technology Park, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, and Y-12 National Security Complex sites. EM's first priority is to ensure the safety and health of the public and EM's workforce while continuing to protect the environment. OREM carries out the mission using sound business practices, innovative management approaches, and science and technology to reduce risks and costs within the EM regulatory framework.

Eligibility:

• Associate, Bachelor's, Master's or Doctoral Degree received within the last 24 months
• U.S. Citizen Only

Deadline: Applications reviewed on a rolling basis

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Established Researcher Doctoral Fellowship

Open to all students pursuing a Ph. D. from the College of Engineering

Experienced researchers can benefit from fellowships anytime in their professional careers. There are many advantages to continuing your research experiences including learning more about your specialty, receiving funding, and increasing your professional network.

Eligibility:

• Must be pursuing a Ph.D. within the College of Engineering
• Must have at least five years of National, Corporate or Academic Laboratory experience prior to starting the UTEP doctoral program
• Must be enrolled full-time (9 hours) per semester
• Open to all citizenships
• Open to all students pursuing a Ph. D. from the College of Engineering

Requirements:

• Complete the online application
• Statement of Purpose
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Deadline: Applications are due on April 15, 2025.

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Ford Foundation Dissertation Fellowship

Through its Fellowship Programs, the Ford Foundation seeks to increase the diversity of the nation’s college and university faculties. Administered by the Academies since 1979, these programs provide fellowship support at the predoctoral, dissertation and postdoctoral levels. Eligibility is limited to U.S. citizens, permanent residents and individuals granted deferred action status under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals Program who can demonstrate superior academic achievement, are committed to a career in teaching and research at the college or university level, show promise of future achievement as scholars and teachers, and are well prepared to use diversity as a resource for enriching the education of all students. The Ford Foundation Fellowship Programs offer approximately 70 predoctoral awards, 36 awards for dissertation research and 20 postdoctoral awards each year.

Deadline: Recurring application cycle

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Mickey Leland Energy Fellowship Program (MLEF)

The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Mickey Leland Energy Fellowship (MLEF) Program is a 10-week summer research fellowship for undergraduate and graduate students in STEM majors. Participants complete a cutting-edge research project at one of the Department’s National Laboratories or DOE Headquarters in support of the Department’s mission to minimize the environmental impacts of energy resource recovery and use while working towards net-zero emissions.

Eligibility:

• Be at least 18 years of age at time of application.
• Be a U.S. Citizen.
• Have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.8.
• Be currently enrolled full-time as a degree-seeking student in a STEM program at an accredited college/university at the Associate, Bachelor’s, or Master’s level.
• Must be deemed at least a college sophomore by your college/university at the time of application. Must have completed at least one year as a matriculated undergraduate student at the time of applying.
• Be available to participate in the full 10-week program.

Deadline: Applications for the 2025 program are now open and application deadline is January 21, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. EST!

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National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate Fellowship Program (NDSEG)

NDSEG Program Awards Fellowships last for a period of up to three years and provides stipends, prorated monthly based on a 12- month academic year. Stipend amounts are determined for each Fellowship class by the DoD. The monthly stipend is $3,600 ($43,200 annually). Please note that the availability of funds for the second, and third year of each three-year award is contingent upon certification to the DoD awarding agency by the fellow's institution that the fellow has made satisfactory academic progress toward an advanced degree.

The NDSEG fellowship will pay for the minimum health insurance coverage offered through the institution or if the institution requires health insurance coverage but does not offer it the fellow may purchase private insurance, up to a total value of $1,600.

The NDSEG Fellowship is sponsored by the Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR), the Army Research Office (ARO), and the Office of Naval Research (ONR) under the direction of the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research & Engineering.

Deadline: The deadline for 2025-2026 has closed.

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National GEM Consortium Fellowships Program

GEM is a network of leading corporations, government laboratories, top universities, and top research institutions that enables qualified students from underrepresented communities to pursue graduate education in applied science and engineering.

GEM recruits high quality underrepresented students looking to pursue Master's and Doctoral degrees in applied science and engineering.

GEM's principal activity is the provision of graduate fellowships at the MS and Ph.D. levels coupled with paid summer internship.

GEM MS Engineering Fellows receive*:

• $4,000 living stipend per full-time semester up to 4 semesters ($8K per academic year – 3 quarters)
• up to two paid summer internships with a GEM Employer Member
• full tuition and fees provided by a GEM Ãå±±ÂÖ¼é Member (UTEP is a member)

Ph.D. Engineering/Science Fellows receive*:

• $16,000 stipend in the first academic year of the GEM Fellowship
• GEM Member Ãå±±ÂÖ¼é provides a living stipend up to the 5th year of PhD program, equivalent to other funded doctorate students in the department
• a minimum of one paid summer internship with a GEM Employer Member
• full tuition and fees at a GEM Ãå±±ÂÖ¼é Member (UTEP is a member)

Deadline: Applications open early July, and are due on the second Friday of November at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

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NNSA Graduate Fellowship Program (NGFP)

The NGFP is a premier channel to develop top talent for our nation’s critical security missions. As a fellow, you would support the full breadth of NNSA mission capabilities and make powerful programmatic contributions across the technical and policy realms. We are committed to your growth as a future leader by providing an annual fellowship agenda packed with learning, networking, and training opportunities.

NNSA Fellows receive competitive salaries, benefits, and incentives, including:

• Annual Salary ($66,200 for students pursuing master’s or PhD degrees, $77,800 for post-docs).
• $4,000 hiring incentive (taxed).
• 3 weeks of vacation annually, accrued weekly.
• Additional travel and training funding ($10,000).
• Tuition reimbursement – up to $13,000 annually (restrictions apply).
• Earn Professional Development Units (PDU).
• Comprehensive benefits package.

Program Eligibility

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Candidates must have the ability to obtain a security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship.
• Be currently enrolled in a graduate degree or doctorate program at the time of application or have graduated within 18 months prior to the application deadline.
• Have minimum 3.0 GPA in degree/doctorate program (final or current cumulative).
• Available to work full time for the duration of the one-year fellowship (beginning in June).

Deadline: Applications for fellowship closes on January 3, 2025.

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NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP)

The National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program (NSF GRFP) provides successful applicants with three years of funding for a research-based Master’s or PhD in an eligible STEM field, which includes social sciences.

Planning to apply for the NSF GRFP? We’d recommend that you join the Virtual Summer Boot Camp Advising Program around August!

NSF GRFP Virtual Summer Boot Camp participants will receive step-by-step guidance to develop the most competitive application possible. They will also gain valuable professional skills development in grant writing.

The NSF GRFP Summer Boot Camp is entirely virtual, and sessions will take place weekly from late July until late August. All sessions will be recorded for those unable to attend synchronously.

NSF GRFP Boot Camp Audience:

• Undergraduates about to start their last year at UTEP who will have their first chance to apply this October.
• First- and second-year graduate students who have not applied previously during graduate school and plan to apply this October.

To be eligible for the NSF GRFP, one must:

• Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
• Plan to pursue a research-based Master’s or PhD in a STEM field funded by the NSF, which includes social sciences. MD and MD-PhD ineligible, no exceptions.
• Be active in research.
• Questions about eligibility? Complete this quick provided by the NSF.

For further information and assistance, please contact UTEP Office of Student Fellowships and Awards at studentfellowships@utep.edu

Deadline: The 2025 GRFP Application will open around July 2025.

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US Department of Energy DOE Scholars Program

The DOE Scholars Program provides opportunities designed to introduce DOE missions, functions, and operations to talented undergraduate and graduate students, as well as recent graduates. These opportunities will help prepare Scholars towards the full range of entry and mid-level research, technical and professional positions within DOE and other organizations that support the DOE mission.

All financial support and benefits are administered by ORISE.

• Stipend: You will receive a stipend for your living expenses during this educational experience. Payments rates are determined by DOE, and are based on your educational level, skills, and experience. The minimum stipend for undergraduates is $700/week and $750/week graduate students and recent graduates.
• Inbound/Outbound Travel Reimbursement: Transportation expenses for up to $1,000 for participants who relocate more than fifty miles, one-way, from the assigned hosting site.
• Other allowances: Depending on your project assignment, duration of appointment and funding availability, you may be eligible to receive allowances for travel and training, health insurance and relocation.

Deadline: Dates may vary depending on the program.

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The X-Force Fellowship

The X-Force Fellowship is a summer program that provides student technologists and entrepreneurs a chance to serve their country by solving real-world national security problems in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD). The X-Force Fellowship is open to U.S. citizens in undergraduate and graduate programs, as well as recent graduates. Fellows will work on mission-focused projects, engage directly with military and national security leaders, and gain perspective on how their skills and experience can impact national security.

Deadline: Applications are currently closed.

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Army HBCU/MI SPARK Summer Internship

The Army HBCU/MI SPARK – Student Program for Army Research and Knowledge is one of the noble science outreach programs under the auspices of the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Logistics and Technology that offers U.S. undergraduates in STEM fields a research opportunity at an Army laboratory within the Army’s science and technology enterprise. Accepted students will spend their summer of 2024 mentored by the government scientists and engineers who will guide them in Army mission related research projects including data analysis and systems modeling.

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Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) Internship Program

Since 1992, HACU has offered one of the best internship programs in the country. Join the 14,000 alumni in gaining invaluable professional experience interning within a federal agency, while getting paid!

Benefits:

• Paid internship
• Year-round sessions: fall and spring (15 weeks) and summer (10 weeks)
• Virtual, hybrid, and in-person formats
• Full-time and part-time positions

Deadlines:

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Minority Educational Institution Student Partnership Program (MEISPP) by the Department of Energy (DOE)

The Minority Educational Institution Student Partnership Program (MEISPP) can provide you with a great summer learning experience within the Department of Energy (DOE). MEISPP offers 12-week assignments from May through August. The first two weeks are a virtual “MEISPP Prep” course to get you ready for your summer assignment. The MEISPP Prep is part time and culminates in an in-person orientation at DOE headquarters in Washington, D.C. Some assignments may continue during the academic year.

Eligibility:

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Be a U.S. citizen (permanent residents and green card holders are ineligible).
• Be a current full-time undergraduate or graduate student enrolled at, or a recent graduate from an eligible Minority Serving Institution (MSI).
• Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale.

Stipends:

• Undergraduate student - $750 per week
• Graduated with bachelor’s degree - $850/week
• Graduate student - $950 per week
• Graduated with master’s degree - $1,050/week
• Graduated with doctoral degree - $1,150/week

Deadline: Applications for Summer 2025 are expected to open soon.

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Naval Research Enterprise Internship Program (NREIP)

The Naval Research Enterprise Internship Program (NREIP) provides an opportunity for college students to participate in research at a Department of Navy (DoN) laboratory.

Award duration is a continuous 10 weeks.

NREIP offers a competitive stipend for its interns.

• New undergraduate student participants: $7,500
• Returning undergraduate students (students MUST have completed a full 10-week program in a prior year to receive this level): $9,000
• Graduate students (students must currently be in graduate school and taking graduate school courses to receive this level): $11,500

Eligibility

• Enrolled at a four-year U.S. college or university accredited by the U.S. Department of Education; students attending two-year colleges who meet the credit hour requirements may be eligible at the laboratory’s discretion
• Ãå±±ÂÖ¼é sophomores, juniors, seniors or graduate students; freshmen who have reached the credit level of a sophomore before starting the internship are also eligible
• Studying in a program of study that is relevant to the research interests of the participating laboratories
• U.S. citizenship; some participating laboratories will consider permanent residents

Deadline: Currently closed and expected to reopen in August 2025.

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NNSA Minority Serving Institution Partnership Program (MSIPP)

The mission of the Minority Serving Institution Partnership Program (MSIPP) is to create and support a sustainable career pathway that prepares a diverse workforce of talented students to make immediate and significant contributions to the Nuclear Security Enterprise (NSE).

MSIPP develops strategic partnerships between Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) and the NSE, investing in student enrichment programs, curriculum development, research efforts, and internship opportunities. Students can intern at different national laboratories and institutions.

Deadline: Applications for Summer 2025 are now closed.

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Recruiters on Campus

Work experience in the form of interns and co-ops are great additions to any resume. Make sure to connect with company recruiters to learn more about organizations you see yourself working with.

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Deadline: These Opportunities Keep Coming Through the Ãå±±ÂÖ¼é Career Center

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Tutorgigs

Join the fast-growing online tutoring company and teach, tutor, and mentor students nationwide.

With a majority of the student body coming from economically disadvantaged communities, traditionally underserved populations, and communities of color. It is no wonder that they faced the greatest barriers to academic success during COVID-19.

We offer an incredible opportunity for college students to earn while they learn and make an impact in another student's life!

• $20/hr
• Work remotely online
• Flexible hours that align with your schedule
• All college majors welcome
• Subjects: Math, Reading, Science
• Bilingual a plus
• Credit hours towards teaching certification

Deadline: Recurring application cycle

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BRIDGE Program

The BRIDGE program is a multi-institutional research training program (Pitt Bioengineering, Carnegie Mellon Mechanical Engineering, DoD National Laboratories) designed to increase the participation in higher education of individuals historically underrepresented in science and engineering. Barriers often limiting the access of underrepresented students to graduate programs are the lack of hands-on research experience and the lack of information about the professional value of advanced degrees. BRIDGE will dismantle these barriers by providing in-depth research training in topics of relevance to the Department of Defense (DoD): robotics, artificial intelligence, and neural engineering. As a result, the student will not only gain extensive research experience and appreciate the impact of science on real-world applications, but the participant will fulfill enough research hours and courses to earn a Master’s (with a Research Thesis).

BRIDGE training will facilitate the transition between undergraduate and graduate education, which will serve as a critical first step towards pursuing a Ph.D. Students participating in the BRIDGE program will gain the experience, knowledge, and self-confidence to excel at any research university despite previous academic opportunities. Our BRIDGE program will also provide professional development training, including technical writing, oral communication, and ethic, as well as internship experiences with future employers.

Financial Support
Full financial support is provided for qualified applicants including full tuition, monthly stipend, health benefits, travel and supplies.

Admissions Requirements

• A Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM discipline
• Must be U.S. Citizen or permanent resident
• Minimum three letters of recommendation
• Undergraduate transcript

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BUILDing SCHOLARS Undergraduate Scholarship

A prestigious research-intensive training program, funded by the National Institutes of Health and reserved for students with a strong motivation to become researchers in biomedical, social, behavioral or health sciences or biomedical engineering. Areas of emphasis include: addiction, cancer, environmental health, health disparities, infectious diseases, neurodegenerative and chronic diseases and translational biomedicine.

In addition to their course work and research/mentoring activities at UTEP, undergraduate students will conduct summer research at one of 10 partner institutions, many of which will reserve positions for BUILDing SCHOLARS graduates to pursue their Ph.D. degrees upon completion of the program.

The BUILDing SCHOLARS Scholarship is an annual award that covers 60% tuition for 30 credit hours per academic year and a living stipend of approximately $1,000/month for freshmen/sophomores/juniors/seniors. The BUILDing SCHOLARS Scholarship is renewable for up to three years.

Eligibility:

• U.S. Citizen/Permanent Resident
• No more than 60 undergraduate credit hours
• Student must be in an approved BUILD major

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The Center for Research in Engineering and Technology Education (CREaTE)

Currently looking for a cohort of 5 students to mentor through applying for internships via the Army Educational Outreach Program.

While students don't need to go through CREaTE to apply for these opportunities, we've collaborated with some of our Department of Defense (DoD) partners to create the Internship Application Assistance Program, where our partners can answer application questions directly, help students write letters of intent needed for any application, review their resumes, and guide them the whole way through to submitting.

Apply here: Application is currently closed, but new dates will be announced soon.

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Campus Office of Undergraduate Research Initiatives (COURI)

The Campus Office of Undergraduate Research Initiatives (COURI) provides undergraduate students with impactful learning experiences through research, scholarly and creative activities, under the mentorship of faculty, and in collaboration with UTEP academic leaders, advisors and other supporting units.

More details at: /couri/dept/about-ug-research/getting-started.html

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DAAD - Research Internships in Science and Engineering (RISE)

RISE is a summer internship program for undergraduate students from the United States, Canada and the UK in the fields of biology, chemistry, physics, earth sciences and engineering. RISE offers unique opportunities for Bachelor students to work with research groups at universities and top research institutions across Germany for a period of 2 to 3 months during the summer. RISE interns are matched with doctoral students whom they assist and who serve as their mentors. The working language will be English. All scholarship holders receive stipends from The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) to help cover living expenses, while partner universities & research institutes provide housing assistance.

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DoD HBCU/MI Summer Research Internship Program

Is a program that offers a unique research opportunity for current students and recent graduates from STEM and DoD-relevant disciplines at HBCUs and MIs. By providing a vital link between academic learning and practical application, the program aims to cultivate a diverse pool of minority scientists and engineers who may pursue careers within the DoD. During the internship, participants gain hands-on experience at DoD facilities at the forefront of innovation and can apply this knowledge to further their educational and professional aspirations.

Benefits:

• Participants will receive a stipend of $1400/week, paid bi-weekly.
• The program will provide a dislocation payment of $800.00 to help with relocation expenses, including baggage fees, taxi/uber services, meals, tolls, transportation to and from the airport, etc.
• The program will coordinate travel to and from the lab (at the beginning) and the lab (at the end) of the research period. The coordinated travel may be by airplane or train. The program administrator will book travel; selected interns should NOT book travel.
• Housing is provided and will be coordinated by the program.
• All selected interns are required to attend the Intern Seminar, which will be held in Arlington, VA, on July 10 -11, 2025. The program will book travel and hotel rooms for all selected interns.

Deadline: January 12, 2025, 11:59 PM (Pacific)

More details at: or email internsupport@dodhbcumiinternship.com

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DOE - EM-Success Through Academic Research Scholarship (STARS)

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Environmental Management (EM) Success Through Academic Research Scholarship (STARS) program provides opportunities for undergraduate students from Minority Serving Institutions pursuing degrees in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) that supports the EM research and operations in the following areas: Soil & Groundwater; Deactivation & Decommissioning; Tank Waste; Robotics; Machine Learning; Artificial Intelligence; Cybersecurity; Advanced Manufacturing, cybersecurity, and manufacturing disciplines.

Benefits

• Financial support for the pursuit of an undergraduate degree for up to two years and two additional years for students choosing to pursue a Master’s degree
• Paid summer internships under the guidance of an accomplished mentor at EM headquarter offices, field offices and DOE national laboratories
• Opportunities to engage with the EM community (e.g. EM field sites, contractors, stakeholders) and other STARS Scholars
• Academic and career guidance
• Continued engagement with EM after graduation through employment opportunities or postgraduate appointments

Financial Support

• Tuition: $36,000/academic year (Amount is based on expected average cost. The tuition allowance may be higher based on student’s actual tuition costs).
• Stipend: $32,000/academic year
• Education Allowance: $5,000/scholarship year
• Summer Internship: 10-week internship
  • Stipend: $750/week
  • Housing Allowance: up to $700/week based on assigned location
  • Local Transportation: $50/week
  • Inbound/Outbound: $1,000 to be paid as a lump-sum with the first stipend payment.

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Be a U.S. citizen at the time of application.
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale.
• Have completed two full years towards an undergraduate degree and planning to graduate no earlier than the end of the Spring 2025 semester/trimester. Students who have completed more than two years towards their undergraduate degree may be considered if they have completed an internship with the Office of Environmental Management since May 2022.
• Pursuing a STEM degree in a discipline that supports the Office of Environmental Management research and operations. EM has a wide array of critical needs that range from technical expertise and skilled trades to STEM research. Important areas of research include of soil & groundwater, deactivation & decommissioning, tank waste, robotics, machine learning, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and advanced manufacturing.

Deadline: Applications for Summer 2025 are open and will close on December 13, 2024 at 11:59 PM ET.

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DOE Office of Science Graduate Student Research (SCGSR) Program

The Office of Science Graduate Student Research (SCGSR) program creates a pathway for you to advance your PhD thesis research while working at a Department of Energy (DOE) National Laboratory, collaborating with world-class scientists, and using state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge scientific instrumentation. While maximizing the impact of your own research, you will also expand your professional network and develop new opportunities for your future.

Applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements:

• Minimum Age and U.S. Citizenship or Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR)
• Academic Status
• Enrollment in a Qualified Graduate Program
• Graduate Research aligned with DOE Office of Science Research Programs
• Establishment of a Collaborating DOE Laboratory Scientist

Deadline: Applications will be available in May 2025.

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EERE Advanced Materials & Manufacturing Technologies Office Summer Internships

The Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy (EERE) Advanced Materials & Manufacturing Technologies Office (AMMTO) mission is to catalyze research, development and adoption of energy-related advanced manufacturing technologies and practices to drive U.S. economic competitiveness and energy productivity. EERE AMMTO offers three advanced manufacturing internship programs in robotics, energy storage, and high performance computing designed to provide opportunities for students and recent graduates to intern at DOE national laboratories.

AMMTO internships offer a wide variety of projects

As an ORISE intern with EERE AMMTO, you will participate at a Department of Energy (DOE) national laboratory. ORISE internships are paid educational experiences, including hands-on research, extensive professional development opportunities, and networking with top scientists in the field.

Deadline: EERE AMMTO Summer Internships are postponed until further notice.

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Idaho National Laboratory Internships

Idaho National Laboratory offers a diverse number of paid internship positions to undergraduate and graduate level students. These internship opportunities enable students to collaborate with experienced engineers in order to develop innovative solutions to challenging, real-world projects.

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Interdisciplinary Research and Education Emerging Interface Technologies (SPIRE-EIT) REU

The 2025 program is a ten-week undergraduate internship where students work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams, receive core training, and gain hands-on research experience with emerging interface technologies.

Program Details:

• Travel allowance
• $7,000 stipend for the summer
• Summer interns are hosted by VRAC and provided with workspace in our interdisciplinary lab ()
• Free on-campus apartment housing
• Training and hands-on experience will include classroom lectures, activities, a journal club and get-to-know-faculty seminars
• Interns will receive an ISU Dining meal plan
• Applications accepted through March 14, 2025
• For questions, contact the SPIRE-EIT REU Program at spire-eit@iastate.edu

Eligibility Criteria:

• Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident of the U.S.
• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate program and maintain good standing.

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MERITUS Program

The MERITUS Program supports highly motivated faculty-student teams for 32 weeks of multidisciplinary, hands-on research. Each team prepares a project proposal packet that includes a project description and mentoring plan. MERITUS students will also receive professional development through workshops spaced throughout the academic year. The aim of the program is to encourage students to gain valuable professional skills through immersion in research projects enabling them to acquire a deeper understanding of their chosen discipline.

Application Period: April 1 - June 15 Annually

More details at: /couri/dept/for-ug-researchers/couri-programs/meritus-program.html

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Minority Educational Institution Student Partnership Program- DOE-MEISPP

The MEISPP is designed to provide talented undergraduate and graduate students and recent graduates with internships that introduce them to a variety of entry and mid-level research, technical and professional positions within the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and its national laboratories. Interns will help support the DOE mission of discovering solutions to power and secure America’s future.

Benefits
Interns are provided a stipend and various allowances to support them during the internship. The allowances vary with the cost of living at the location and with the mode of participation (in-person or virtual).

Basic Stipend:

• Undergraduate students: $750/week
• Graduate students: $950/week

In-person Internship Allowances:

• Travel: You will be reimbursed up to $1,000 for inbound/outbound transportation expenses from your current address to the assigned location if the distance is over 50 miles.
• Housing: If you relocate more than 50 miles one-way from your current location, you will be eligible for a weekly housing supplement to offset expenses associated with housing during the internship.
• Commute: A $50/week supplement will be provided to offset the cost of commuting to and from your internship site.

Virtual Internship Allowances:

• Virtual interns will receive a $150/week supplement to offset the cost of remote participation. The supplement will be added to the stipend.

Your travel to and from orientation in Washington, D.C. will be covered.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Be a U.S. citizen.
• Have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Be available to participate in the full 12-week program.

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National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL)

Different positions for summer internships are available at NREL, depending on major and areas of interest. Many of these positions are part of the Student Training in Applied Research (STAR) Program.

NREL’s STAR undergraduate internship program aims to bridge gaps in education, research, and public service to create career pathways for undergraduate students and build long-term partnerships with minority-serving institutions (MSI) to deliver collaborative research and educational opportunities. STAR opportunities are available to all students, no citizenship restrictions.

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NSF Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU)

REU program supports active research participation by undergraduate students in the study areas funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF). REU Sites meaningfully engage groups of about 10 to 12 students in ongoing research programs or in research projects designed for the REU program.

Students receive stipends and, in many cases, assistance with housing and travel. Students supported through NSF must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States or its territories.

Please visit the following website to complete the REU Common Application:

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Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) Undergraduate and Graduate Internships

PNNL has different summer internship opportunities available, some are specifically targeted towards Minority-Serving Institution Partnership Program (MSIPP) and Energy and Environment Diversity Internship Program (EEDIP), which UTEP students qualify for.

Several opportunities are available (including remotely), depending on the major and areas of interest. Although limited, PNNL also offers some internships to all students, with no citizenship restrictions.

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SURPASS Program

The SURPASS Program supports highly motivated faculty-student teams for 10 weeks of multidisciplinary, hands-on research. Each team prepares a project proposal packet that includes a project description and mentoring plan. SURPASS students will also receive professional development through workshops and social/cultural activities. The aim of the program is to encourage students to gain valuable professional skills through immersion in research projects and cultural exchange, enabling them to acquire a deeper understanding of our global connectedness.

Application Period: February 1 - March 15 Annually

More details at: /couri/dept/for-ug-researchers/couri-programs/surpass-program.html

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TEXAS ECE Next

This yearlong series of workshops and mentoring activities for sophomores, juniors and seniors is aimed at providing mentoring and support for undergraduates interested in graduate education. Attendees include Texas ECE and non-UT undergraduate students from across the state of Texas. The professional development workshops will provide the support and self-efficacy tools that students may find useful to move forward from undergraduate to graduate school, while involved in summer undergraduate research in the process.

ELIGIBILITY AND REQUIREMENTS TO APPLY

• No minimum GPA requirement, rather a wholistic review of the applicants
• For the Summer Research Experience you must be available for entire 5-week period
• Statement of Purpose (One typed paged describing the student's interest in the research experience for undergraduate program)
• Resume, including the name and contact details of one faculty reference
• Unofficial transcripts

Application Period: Application deadline for the new academic year cohort is February 15. Applications for the next cohort will begin in September.

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Consejo Nacional de Humanidades, Ciencias y Tecnologias (CONAHCYT) for Masters and Doctoral students

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(Conahcyt) offers graduate funding opportunities to Mexican National master’s and doctoral students admitted or enrolled in a graduate program outside of Mexico. Students must be physically present at the designated institution and enrolled full-time in areas such as science, humanities, and arts & culture. Awardees can be eligible for tuition, health insurance, and monthly stipends from the Mexican government.

Eligibility Information:

• Mexican National or Dual Citizenship
• Admitted to a doctoral/master’s program

Deadline: Applications are currently closed.

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The Department of Defense (DoD) SMART Scholarship Program

The program focuses on students pursuing disciplines that are critical to national security functions of the Department of Defense (DoD).

SMART Scholarship Benefits include:

• Full tuition and education related educational expenses (meal plans, housing, and parking not included)
• Stipend paid at a rate of $30,000 - $46,000 a year depending on degree level (may be prorated depending on award length)
• Summer research internships ranging from 8 to 12 weeks
• Health Insurance allowance of up to $2,500 per academic year
• Miscellaneous allowance of up to $1,000 per academic year
• An experienced mentor at one of the Sponsoring Facilities
• Employment placement at a DoD facility upon degree completion.

Eligibility requirements:

• A citizen of the United States at the time of application.
• 18 years of age or older
• Requesting at least 1 year of degree funding prior to graduation (which starts at the program start date).
• Able to complete at least one summer internship (multi-year scholars only).
• Willing to accept post-graduation employment with the DoD.
• A student in good standing with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Pursuing a technical undergraduate or graduate degree in a STEM discipline.
• Able to produce a fall 2023 college transcript from a regionally accredited US college or university OR be pursuing a graduate degree at a regionally accredited US college or university.

Deadline: The application is open August through December of every year, with awards being granted the following spring.

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DESK AND DERRICK EDUCATIONAL TRUST

The Desk and Derrick Educational Trust (ET) was created in 1982 by the Association of Desk and Derrick Clubs (ADDC) for the purpose of awarding annual scholarships to students attending accredited colleges and universities offering degrees in geology, chemical and petroleum engineering.

Applicants must:

• Complete at least two years or are currently enrolled in the second year of undergraduate study at an accredited college or university.
• Maintain a grade point average of 3.2 or above on a 4.0 scale
• Must maintain a full course load each semester
• Demonstrate need for financial assistance in pursuing a college degree
• Be a citizen of the United States or Canada
• Plan a career in the petroleum, energy or allied industry, or research and development of alternative fuels such as coal, electric, solar, wind hydroelectric, nuclear, and ethanol
• Complete the fillable .

Deadline: Applications are currently closed.

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ExxonMobil LOFT Fellowship

ExxonMobil Corporation, the largest publicly traded international energy company, has partnered with the Hispanic Heritage Foundation (HHF) to create fellowship opportunities in the STEM f ields (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) for Hispanic college students. Through HHF’s Latinos On Fast Track (LOFT) program, ExxonMobil seeks to nurture motivated college students across the country, with a passion for Engineering and Science.

Fellowship Components:

• The Fellowship consists of five 1-hour meetings with a mentor (virtual or in person)
• Participation in the ExxonMobil mentee program (on-line)
• Exclusive curriculum to introduce Fellows to ExxonMobil and career opportunities
• $1,000 educational grant
• In addition, there exists the possibility to interview for ExxonMobil positions (internships/full-time) upon successful completion of the Fellowship.

Fellowship Requirements:

• Open to rising sophomores, juniors, seniors, and graduate students attending a 4-year college or university
• Fellowship applicants with the following majors will be given priority: Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Geoscience, Material Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
• Applicants with these majors will be considered also: Chemistry, Computer Science Environmental Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mathematics, Petroleum Engineering, and Physics.
• Must plan to pursue a career in the fields/majors listed above
• Have a GPA of 3.5 and above
• Be a U.S. citizen, a legal U.S. permanent resident or have the permanent right to work in the U.S. Applicants selected are required to submit documentation for U.S. citizenship, permanent resident or right to work.
• Identify as Hispanic.

Deadline: Applications for 2024 are now closed.

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Featured Fellowships

Get help to identify relevant funding opportunities and provides support for students applying for prestigious national and international fellowships, scholarships and awards.

Featured fellowships include (but not limited to):

• National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program (NSF GRFP)
• Goldwater Scholarship
• Fulbright Program
• Hawkins Scholars
• Undergraduate Fellows Program

Deadline: These Opportunities Come through the Office of Student Fellowships and Awards

More details at: /student-affairs/student-fellowships-awards/

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GMiS Scholarship

The intent of the GMiS Scholars Program is to increase the persistence to graduation among underrepresented and underserved STEM college students. The financial support helps these students focus on their coursework so they can graduate on time, enter a STEM profession, continue to serve as a role model for future generations, and secure the country's place as the finest technological leader in the world.

Scholarship recipients will receive:

• A merit-based scholarship ranging in amounts from $500 to $5,000 or a non-merit based scholarship ranging from $500 – $1,000.
• Listing in the GMiS Scholars press release
• Transportation support to the annual GMiS Conference, where Scholars are presented with their scholarship by the sponsor.

Eligibility:

• Must demonstrate merit through academic achievements, leadership and campus/community activities.
• Must be pursuing a science, technology, engineering or math degree with an overall minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale for merit-based scholarships. Applicants may have a minimum 2.5 GPA for non-merit-based donor scholarships.
• Applicants must be of Hispanic descent and/or must demonstrate significant leadership or service within the underserved community
• Applicants may be enrolled full-time or part-time at the time of application and the time of the scholarship award

Deadline: Applications are currently closed.

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HSF Scholar Application

HSF awards more than $30 million in Scholarships annually and, depending upon available funds, HSF Scholars may also be eligible to receive a scholarship, which range from $500-$5,000 and awarded directly to students

Who is eligible to be an HSF Scholar?

• Graduating high school seniors
• Undergraduate students (all years)
• Community college students transferring to four-year universities
• Graduate students (law school, medical school, MBA, and all other full-time masters or PhD programs)

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

• Must be of Hispanic heritage
• U.S. citizen, permanent legal resident, or DACA
• Minimum of 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for high school students; minimum of 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for college and graduate students
• Plan to enroll full-time in an accredited, public or not-for-profit, four-year university, or graduate school, in the US
• Submit the FAFSA or state-based financial aid forms (if applicable)

Deadline: Applications for 2023 have closed. Application deadlines for 2025 will begin in January 1, 2025.

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IME Becas Scholarship

The Consulate General of Mexico in El Paso has as its mission to improve access opportunities for Mexicans and individuals of Mexican origin in all educational levels in the United States of America. The IME Becas scholarship is for students enrolled in undergraduate or postgraduate studies offered by the Ãå±±ÂÖ¼é of Texas at El Paso.

Eligibilily Requirements:

• Mexican National
• 3.0+ cumulative GPA
• Overall High School GPA of at least 90 (if incoming freshman only)
• Must reside in the United States
• Must maintain full-time enrollment for Fall and Spring
• Must provide a copy of a Mexican passport or a notarized copy of a Mexican birth certificate
• PASE or FAFSA Eligible

Deadline: Not accepting applications at this time.

Application can be found in the: PDF

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Lockheed Martin STEM Scholarship

Each year, the STEM Scholarship Program awards $10,000 to 200 recipients studying engineering or computer science at a 4-year college or university. Recipients may renew the scholarship up to three times for a total potential value of $40,000 per student.

Eligibility requirements:

• U.S. citizen.
• Demonstrate financial need.
• Freshman, sophomore, or a junior undergraduate student with a 2.5 or above GPA
• Current or planned 4-year degree enrollment in the following majors: Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering.
• Current or planned full-time attendance at an accredited U.S. four-year college or university.
• Interest in a paid internship with Lockheed Martin following freshman, sophomore or junior year of college, other circumstances notwithstanding (note: the internship is not required to receive a scholarship, and scholarship recipients are not guaranteed an internship).

Deadline: Applications are currently closed.

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MAES- Latinos in Science and Engineering Scholarship Program

Applicants must be MAES Student Members in good standing and registered with by the deadline date stated above.

Applicant must be 18 years of age or older by the deadline stated above.

Scholarships are open to all MAES student members meeting the membership and scholarship criteria.

Requirements:

• Registered MAES Member
• Pursuing STEM Degree
• 2.0/4.0 minimum GPA
• Resume

Apply at:

Deadline: Applications are currently closed.

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National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency NGA GEO-Scholarship Program

Eligibility Requirements:
Students pursuing their first bachelor’s degree with no more than 45 completed credit hours by August 1, 2024. AP credits will not be counted toward credit hours. Must be a US citizen.

• Must be 18 years old by July 1, 2024
• Currently enrolled or seeking enrollment in a baccalaureate degree program at a regionally accredited US college or university. Must possess a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale
• A Student in good standing with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Must be able to meet the requirements of working at NGA. Pass a mandatory polygraph
  • Obtain Top Secret/SCI Clearance
  • Pass a mandatory polygraph
  • Pass a mandatory drug screening and agree to work at NGA full time during the summer for a total of 10 weeks
• Agree to work at NGA, as an intern, full time, during the summer for a minimum of 10 weeks, starting in summer 2025 and for each subsequent summer until your graduation.
• Willing to accept post -graduation employment with NGA for 1.5 years times the length of paid academic pursuit. (Example- Obtaining Bachelor’s Degree in 4 years would require a 6-year employment commitment with NGA).

Benefits

• Gain valuable work experience
• Mission driven projects
• Gain TS/SCI Clearance
• Tuition Payment up to a disclosed amount
• Paid Internship
• Book Reimbursement
• Travel Reimbursement, if qualified
• Full-Time Employment, after conferred

Deadline: Applications are now closed.

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National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency Undergraduate Stokes Scholarship

Eligibility Requirements:
Students pursuing their first bachelor’s degree with no more than 45 completed credit hours by August 1, 2024. AP credits will not be counted toward credit hours. Must be a US citizen.

• Must be 18 years old
• Currently enrolled or seeking enrollment in a baccalaureate degree program at a regionally accredited US college or university. Must possess a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale
• A Student in good standing with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Must be able to meet the requirements of working at NGA.Pass a mandatory polygraph
  • Obtain Top Secret/SCI Clearance
  • Pass a mandatory polygraph
  • Pass a mandatory drug screening and agree to work at NGA full time during the summer for a total of 10 weeks
• Agree to work at NGA, as an intern, full time, during the summer for a minimum of 10 weeks, starting in summer 2025 and for each subsequent summer until your graduation.
• Willing to accept post -graduation employment with NGA for 1.5 years times the length of paid academic pursuit. (Example- Obtaining Bachelor’s Degree in 4 years would require a 6-year employment commitment with NGA).

Benefits

• Gain valuable work experience
• Mission driven projects
• Gain TS/SCI Clearance
• Tuition Payment up to a disclosed amount
• Paid Internship
• Book Reimbursement
• Travel Reimbursement, if qualified
• Full-Time Employment, after conferred

Deadline: Recurring application cycle

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NNSA Program Award for Technical and Higher-Education (PATH) Scholarships

The Program Award for Technical and Higher-Education (PATH), sponsored by National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), offers scholarships to students from Minority Serving Institutions pursuing a technical certificate, or an associate, bachelor, or graduate degree in a science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM)-discipline that supports the critical needs of the Nuclear Security Enterprise (NSE). The NSE has a wide array of critical needs that range from technical expertise and skilled trades to STEM research. Important areas of research include nuclear security, advanced manufacturing, cybersecurity, engineering, and energy systems. PATH is committed to serving diverse populations, providing education and programs that serve students with unique backgrounds, circumstances, needs, notions, and beliefs.

Eligibility:

• Enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited Minority Serving Institution during the 2024-25 academic year
• U.S. Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident

Deadline: May 15, 2024

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Scholar Mine

The Office of Scholarships has opportunities for both undergraduate and graduate students.

Overview: Apply to all UTEP scholarships that you may be eligible for in one place called Scholarmine.

Log in to Scholarmine:

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Science Undergraduate Laboratory Internships (SULI) program

The SULI program encourages undergraduate students and recent graduates to pursue science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) careers by providing research experiences at the Department of Energy (DOE) laboratories. Selected students participate as interns appointed at one of 17 participating DOE laboratories/facilities. They perform research, under the guidance of laboratory staff scientists or engineers, on projects supporting the DOE mission.

The SULI program is sponsored and managed by the DOE Office of Science’s, Office of Workforce Development for Teachers and Scientists (WDTS) in collaboration with the DOE laboratories/facilities.

Benefits

• Research interns spend 10 weeks (summer term) or 16 weeks (semester term) at a DOE laboratory engaged in a research project under the guidance of a laboratory scientist or engineer.
• Host laboratories provide enrichment activities, including career professional development workshops (e.g. technical and scientific writing skills development, poster, or oral presentation activities, etc.), laboratory tours, scientific lectures and seminars.
• Host laboratories provide all required site specific training.
• Participants receive a stipend of $650 per week during the appointment.
• Selected students are reimbursed for one round trip domestic travel to the host laboratory (if permanent address is more than 50 miles from the host laboratory). Transportation expenses will be reimbursed on the basis of the most direct route.
• Housing information will be provided to interns prior to arrival at the host laboratory.

Deadline: Applications for Summer 2025 are now open and due on January 8, 2025 5:00 PM ET

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SHPE Scholarships

ScholarSHPE provides opportunities for:

• Graduating high school seniors beginning a STEM undergraduate career at a community college or 4-year university.
• Undergraduate students pursuing a degree in STEM at any stage of their undergraduate career. Students must be enrolled full-time at a community college or 4-year university.
• Students or professionals pursuing technical certificates or graduate-level professional education that increase their professional competencies with select institutions.
• Graduate students pursuing a master's or doctoral STEM degree program at an accredited university.

The minimum requirements for all scholarships are as follows:

• Active SHPE Member (To become an active member, please visit and select “Join” in the top right hand corner of the webpage.)
• Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.5
• Pursue a STEM degree

Deadline: Applications are currently closed.

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Spectrum Scholars Program

Spectrum Scholars is an educational program for eligible rising college juniors with financial need. The annual program awards college students $20,000 each, half during their junior year and half during their senior year. In addition, students are paired with a Charter mentor and have the opportunity for a paid internship with the company.

Winning students are eligible for:

• $20,000 scholarship ($10k paid during Junior Year, $10k paid during Senior Year)
• Being paired with a Charter Communications Mentor (Director Level and up)
• An opportunity for a paid internship with the Company

Deadline: Applications are currently closed.

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STARS Scholarship Fund

Stars Scholarship Fund awards scholarships to academically talented and highly motivated students who intend to pursue full-time undergraduate, graduate or doctoral degrees.

All applicants are required to meet the following criteria before applying for this scholarship:

• Be a U.S. citizen or a legal permanent resident with a permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551.
• Be a permanent resident (5 or more consecutive years) of and have a permanent South or West Texas address in one of our 30 counties.
• Have earned/completed at least 12 undergraduate credit hours at a U.S. accredited college or university before applying for the scholarship (Dual and Advanced Placement credits accepted.).
• Have a minimum college cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.7 on a 4.0 scale.
• Have completed a high school diploma or its equivalent prior to the Fall of the new academic year.
• Are enrolled in a U.S. accredited 2 yr. community college (enrolled part-time or full-time) in a degree-seeking program, or a 4yr. university undergraduate program (enrolled full-time) seeking a Bachelor’s Degree, or a university graduate program (enrolled full-time) seeking a Master’s, Law or Doctorate degree

Deadline: Applications for 2025-2025 will open in January 1, 2025 and close on March 31, 2025 at 5:00pm CST

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Community Engagement as a Ninjaneer

Ninjaneers are the College of Engineering’s volunteer corps that aims to engage students in the College of Engineering, UTEP and El Paso communities through service and service-learning events and activities.

Deadline: The Opportunities Never End as a Ninjaneer

More details at: /edge/edge-experiences/community-engagement-experience.html

Videos

For more informational videos visit the following page:

/engineering/miningyourpathtosuccess/index.html

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Available UTEP Graduate School Workshops & Events

For more information visit the following page:

/graduate/PD/workshops-and-events.html