Do summer research at the National Institute of Standards and Technology while getting paid. This is an 11-week hands-on lab experience with world-class mentors in one of NIST’s six labs or other offices. Opportunities are available at Gaithersburg, MD and Boulder, CO.

Application deadline: January 26, 2027
Funding: $7,810 (plus limited financial assistance for housing and travel to those who relocate for the 11 weeks)
Eligibility: Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident able to provide proof on the application. Must be a full-time undergraduate student in an accredited two-year or four-year college in the U.S. First-year undergraduates and graduating seniors (seniors participating in the Winter or Spring Commencement) are eligible and encouraged to apply to the program.