Deadline Reminder for Summer Internship Opportunities at DOE National Laboratories

There’s still time to apply for the summer 2024 Community College Internships (CCI) and Science Undergraduate Laboratory Internships (SULI) programs!

 

These programs, sponsored and managed by the Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science’s Office of Workforce Development for Teachers and Scientists (WDTS) in collaboration with DOE national laboratories, provide internship opportunities at national labs for college students and recent graduates.

 

The deadline to apply for the summer 2024 term is January 9, 2024, at 5 p.m. ET.

 

About the CCI Program
The Community College Internships (CCI) program encourages community college students to enter technical careers relevant to the DOE mission by providing technical training experiences at DOE national laboratories. Selected students contribute to technologies or instrumentation projects under the guidance of laboratory scientists or engineers. 
Apply Now | Eligibility Information | Contact: sc.cci@science.doe.gov

 

About the SULI Program
The Science Undergraduate Laboratory Internships (SULI) program encourages undergraduate students and recent graduates to pursue science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) careers by providing research experiences at DOE national laboratories. Selected interns perform research under the guidance of laboratory staff scientists or engineers.
Apply Now | Eligibility Information | Contact: sc.suli@science.doe.gov

 

To learn more about the CCI or SULI programs, visit https://science.osti.gov/wdts.

 

Spring 2024 Student Recognition Awards - View Instructions and Apply!

Norman Campus recipients will be recognized at the Campus Awards Program on Friday, April 12, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. in the Reynolds Performing Arts Center (contact: Becky Barker – rreed@ou.edu). The OU Health Sciences Campus Awards Program will be held on Thursday, April 11, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. (contact: Darci Choi – Darci-Choi@ouhsc.edu).

All applications are due by midnight on February 1, 2024 (unless designated differently below). 

OU HEALTH SCIENCES, OU-TULSA, AND OU HEALTH SCIENCES REMOTE SITES:
Health Sciences students may apply for individual campus awards (recognition only – not scholarships) via the separate links for the following awards: 

The Regent's Award for Outstanding Juniors (graduating in 2025) - Due Feb. 1^st 
Outstanding Juniors will include 2 recipients from OU Health Sciences (including remote sites) and 1 student from the OU -Tulsa campus. 
Campus Life Award  This award application and selection process is conducted by OU Health Sciences and OU-Tulsa. - Due Feb. 9^th 
Letzeiser Honor List (graduating in 2024) Combined with the Norman Campus selection process. - Due Feb. 1^st

NORMAN CAMPUS: 
Norman campus students may apply for individual campus awards (which are recognition only - not scholarships) via https://ou.academicworks.com/users/sign_in.

The President's Award for Outstanding Freshmen (first-year student)

The President's Award for Outstanding Sophomores (second-year student)

The President's Award for Outstanding Transfer Students

The President's Award for Outstanding Volunteer

          Junior-level Awards:

o    Campus Life Award (graduating in 2024 or 2025)

o    The Melvin C. Hall Leadership Scholarship and The Belinda P. Biscoe Diversity Scholarship (graduating in 2024 or 2025)

o    The Regents' Award for Outstanding Juniors (third-year student; graduating in 2025)

o    PE-ET - Top 10 Senior Honor Society (selected during spring of third/Junior year) (graduating in 2025) 

Senior-level Awards:

o    Letzeiser Honor List and Medalists (graduating in 2024)

o    Campus Life Award (graduating in 2024 or 2025)

If Norman campus students wish to apply for Campus Awards, they must first complete the General Application and be sure to check the box under the “Involvement” section that states: “I am interested in applying for Campus Awards, such as Outstanding Freshmen, Sophomore, Junior, Transfer awards, Big Man or Big Woman on Campus Awards, and the Letzeiser award, among others.”

Once they complete all the required questions on the General Application, they can submit the General Application and then click on Opportunities on the top of the screen:

Apply Today! Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) Science, Technology and Policy Fellow: U.S. Department of Energy

 STIPEND : $58,000 - $94,000 (and up - *Stipend rates are determined by DOE officials and are based on the candidate’s academic and professional background.)

BENEFITS:

·            Competitive stipend

·            Health insurance allowance

·            Up to $5,000 relocation reimbursement

·            Up to $10,000 research materials and travel allowance

·            Federal Holidays observed

·            Hybrid Telework Schedule Options

Apply Today! https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/DOE-EERE-STP-GEN-2023-0001

Selections Start This Winter! (Applications reviewed on a rolling basis afterwards)

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy's (EERE) Science, Technology, and Policy (STP) Program serves as a next step in the educational and professional development of scientists and engineers by providing opportunities to participate in policy-related projects in Washington, D.C. Participants will become part of a group of highly-trained scientists and engineers with the education, background, and experience to be part of the workforce that supports the DOE's mission in the future. 

You will acquire experience and enrichment in the following areas:

• Gain deep insight into the federal government's role in the creation and implementation of policies that affect energy technology development.
• Contribute to the implementation of energy policies by applying scientific and technical expertise to the development of solutions for problems in areas of energy efficiency and renewable energy.
• Continue your education and involvement in areas that support the EERE mission either in a technical or policy-related role.
• Introduce policy-related knowledge and interest into research facilities supporting the EERE mission.

The U.S. Department of Energy EERE's Science, Technology, and Policy Program seeks talented and innovative individuals to engage in innovation and collaboration in clean energy initiatives. This Fellowship will last one year, with the opportunity to renew for additional years at the discretion of the sponsoring office.

Location: Washington, D.C. or Golden, CO – hybrid and remote opportunities may be available in some sponsoring offices.

Apply Today! https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/DOE-EERE-STP-GEN-2023-0001

Requirements:

You must be a U.S. Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident and be pursuing, or have completed requirements for, a Bachelor’s, Master's, or Doctoral Degree.

An ideal applicant will have superior academic performance and publication record, strong analytical, research and communication (oral and written) skills and demonstrated capacity for creative thinking, a strong technical background and expertise in an energy-technology-related field, and be interested in being part of a multi-disciplinary, fast-paced environment, focused on energy technology research and development. Experience and knowledge in technology commercialization is desirable, but not required.

Program Website: https://www.energy.gov/eere/education/energy-efficiency-and-renewable-energy-science-technology-and-policy-program

Questions? Email DOE-RPP@orise.orau.gov. Please list the reference code [DOE-EERE-STP-GEN-2023-0001] for this opportunity in the subject line of your email.

The HBCU Academic Scholarship Program! Deadline To Apply - January 5, 2024

Our scholarship will offer a $10,000 academic scholarship for up to fifteen (15) students!  We’re hoping students can use some time during their break to submit their applications! Applications are due January 5, 2024, and scholarship winners will be announced in April 2024.  You can check out the Linkedin post here and share the application page here! Have a WONDERFUL holiday break! Please reach out if you have ANY questions.

Thank you,

Olivia DuBois
odubois@splunk.com 

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS! EM STARS 2024

Office of Environmental Management (EM)

Success Through Academic and Research Scholarship (STARS)

EM STARS 2024

Apply NOW! Apply NOW! Apply NOW!

EM STARS - https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/DOE-EM-STARS-2024

Deadline: January 22, 2024 | 8:00 AM EST

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Environmental Management (EM) Success Through Academic and Research Scholarship (STARS) program provides opportunities for undergraduate students from Minority Serving Institutions pursuing degrees in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) and supports EM research and operations in: 

• Advanced Manufacturing and other Mfg. Disciplines
• Artificial Intelligence 
• Cybersecurity 
• Deactivation & Decommissioning 
• Machine Learning
• Robotics
• Soil & Groundwater
• Tank Waste

Why should I apply?

As a STARS scholar, you will receive…

• Financial support for the pursuit of a related academic 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. 
• Continued engagement with EM after graduation through employment opportunities or postgraduate appointments, in addition to academic and career guidance.

 

What will I do?

EM STARS provides support for you to pursue an undergraduate degree and/or a master’s degree depending upon program continuation, and the Office of Environmental Management (EM) seeks to continue engagement with students upon completion of the program, preferably as EM employees. Internship activities will introduce you to the missions, functions, operations, and culture of EM and the hosting site. You can choose the area you are most interested in for the summer! As part of your application, you will identify your top 3 research areas. 

 

You will gain relevant experience in your field of study or expand knowledge in areas of interest. Upon graduation, you will have a greater understanding of the EM mission and its science and technology needs and be highly prepared to apply and be selected for employment with EM. 

 

What are the benefits?

• Tuition Allowance: $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 (onsite) 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

 

Eligibility

• Be a U.S. citizen at the time of application.
• Be 18 years of age by June 1, 2024.
• Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale.
• Be enrolled as an undergraduate student at an accredited Minority Serving Institution (MSI) during the 2023-2024 academic year. 
• Have completed two years towards an undergraduate degree and graduating 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. 

 

For detailed eligibility requirements, review the opportunity announcement linked below. 

 

How to Apply

Details about the application and supporting materials can be found athttps://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/DOE-EM-STARS-2024.

 

Deadlines

Applications are due January 22, 2024, 8:00 AM EST. 

Recommendations are due January 29, 2024, 8:00 AM EST.

 

For more information

Contact us at EM-STARS@orise.orau.gov. 

 

 

Attend the EM STARS Informational Webinar!!!

December 7, 2023 | 2:00 PM EST

https://www.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_0P68PHVETNaVoQLk2kuV9w

Apply Today! Industrial Decarbonization Fellowship with the U.S. Department of Energy!

View flyer 

Apply Today! https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/DOE-EERE-STP-IEDO-2024-1101

Cohort 1 closes January 15, 2024 (applications submitted before this date will be eligible for consideration to participate in this cohort.

Cohort 2 closes on July 15, 2024 (applications submitted between January 16, 2024 and July 15, 2024 will be eligible for consideration to participate in this cohort).

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy's (EERE) Science, Technology, and Policy (STP) Program serves as a next step in the educational and professional development of scientists and engineers by providing opportunities to participate in policy-related projects in Washington, D.C. Participants will become part of a group of highly-trained scientists and engineers with the education, background, and experience to be part of the workforce that supports the DOE's mission in the future. 

The Industrial Efficiency and Decarbonization Office (IEDO) is part of the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy. With 30% of primary energy-related emissions attributable to the industrial sector, IEDO plays an important role in supporting the reduction of U.S. CO2 emissions by 50% by 2030 (compared to 2005 levels) and achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

IEDO’s mission is to accelerate the innovation and adoption of cost-effective technologies aimed at eliminating industrial greenhouse gas emissions. As an office, IEDO provides the planning, management, and direction necessary for a balanced national program of research, development, demonstration, technical assistance, and workforce development across the industrial sector. The office currently works across three subprograms:

Energy- and Emissions-Intensive Industries (EEII): Efforts in this pillar support the research, development, and demonstration (RD&D) of technologies that dramatically reduce energy use and emissions from energy-intensive industries, such as chemicals, iron and steel, food and beverage, cement, and paper and forest products.

Cross-Sector Technologies (CST): Efforts in this pillar are aimed at developing solutions that address emissions across a broad range of industries. Focus areas include decarbonization of process heating, utilization of low carbon fuels and energy sources, emerging efficiency technologies, and water and wastewater treatment.

Technical Assistance & Workforce Development (TAWD): Efforts in this pillar are aimed at developing partnerships with and delivering technical assistance to industry to increase the adoption of energy efficiency, decarbonization technologies, energy management programs, and water/waste reduction technologies and practices across the industrial sector. This pillar also supports workforce training and upskilling activities that prepare existing workers and attract a diverse mix of workers to the industrial jobs of the future.

IEDO is seeking talented and passionate Fellows interested in supporting technical, programmatic, strategic, and policy efforts aimed at decarbonizing the industrial sector. Fellows will collaborate closely with IEDO staff—including several former Fellows—and will develop a broad understanding of the potential of new technologies and current barriers to technology deployment across all of IEDO’s subprograms. This involves tracking the impact of the RD&D portfolio in IEDO and assessing gaps or opportunity areas for future investments. This Fellowship will last one year, with the opportunity to renew for additional years at the discretion of the sponsoring office. Fellows will be placed in a “home” sub-program based on their interests and IEDO’s office needs, and will have to opportunity to learn how to:

Identify key technology opportunities and contribute to development and execution of IEDO, EERE, and DOE-level strategy for:

Decarbonizing thermal processes,

Increasing industrial energy efficiency

Utilizing low-carbon fuels, feedstocks, and energy sources.

Inform topic areas like:

Strategic Analysis: life cycle assessment, technoeconomic analysis, portfolio evaluation, supply chain and economic scenario analysis of various manufacturing technologies/processes/industries, ancillary services, and their interdependencies therein

EEII: cement/concrete, iron/steel, chemicals, food & beverage, forest products

CST: process heat, water-energy nexus (e.g. National Alliance for Water Innovation hub)

TAWD: industry stakeholder engagement (e.g. through the Better Plants program), onsite energy deployment, energy management systems, manufacturing workforce training

Complete specific tasks such as:

Developing funding opportunity announcements and other investment solicitations (e.g. lab calls, prizes, etc.) as well as communication materials to achieve RD&D and policy goals.

Reviewing, synthesizing, or providing input on technical reports, analysis, research proposals, and other technical documents.

Preparing and presenting briefings to upper management, external offices, and at conferences.

Collaborating with other DOE programs and offices, participating in office-wide or interoffice initiatives, task forces, or tech teams (e.g., Industrial Heat Energy Earthshot, Energy Storage Grand Challenge).

Interfacing with technical, policy, and business leaders from academia, national labs, the private sector, and other government agencies (e.g. through interagency working groups).

Planning workshops, webinars, and other stakeholder events or initiatives (e.g. Big Ideas competition, Industrial Heat Shot Summit).

Under the guidance of a mentor, learning opportunities include:

•   Utilizing scientific expertise to engage decision-makers in the areas of energy efficiency policy, planning, research, development, and communication for energy efficiency and decarbonization.

•   Analyzing technical needs and opportunities, and the potential impacts of program and policy decisions.

•   Providing input for analysis and strategic planning on industrial decarbonization.

•   Assessing the potential for commercial deployment of next-generation industrial technologies focused on efficiency and decarbonization.

•   Evaluating approaches to achieve practical minimum energy requirements and minimum lifecycle energy for new technologies.

•   Acting as a technical resource for IEDO applied research and development projects.

•   Engaging with industry, research, academic, and other government stakeholders to define areas of need for decarbonization of the industrial sector.

Through these activities, Fellows will help establish and nurture the critical link between DOE decision-makers and other scientific professionals to support public policy.

Location: Washington, D.C.

Apply Today! https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/DOE-EERE-STP-IEDO-2024-1101

SALARY: $58,000 - $94,000 (and up - *Stipend rates are determined by DOE officials and are based on the candidate’s academic and professional background.)

BENEFITS:

·       Competitive stipend

·       Health insurance allowance

·       Up to $5,000 relocation reimbursement

·       Up to $10,000 research materials and travel allowance

·       Federal Holidays observed

·       Hybrid Telework Schedule Options

Apply Today! https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/DOE-EERE-STP-IEDO-2024-1101

Requirements:

You must be a U.S. Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident and be pursuing, or have completed requirements for, a Bachelor’s, Master's, or Doctoral Degree.

An ideal applicant will have superior academic performance and publication record, strong analytical, research and communication (oral and written) skills and demonstrated capacity for creative thinking, a strong technical background and expertise in an energy-technology-related field, and be interested in being part of a multi-disciplinary, fast-paced environment, focused on energy technology research and development. Qualified candidates will have a strong technical background in an engineering field or applicable physical science (e.g., materials, chemistry). Some industrial experience is desirable.

For more information on the EERE Office of Industrial Efficiency and Decarbonization please visit: https://www.energy.gov/eere/iedo/industrial-efficiency-decarbonization-office.

Questions? Email us at DOE-RPP@orise.orau.gov with reference code DOE-EERE-STP-IEDO-2024-1101 for this opportunity in the subject line of your email. 

2024 HBCU Academic Scholarships

We're just reaching out again to share that our 2024 HBCU Academic Scholarship is still actively considering HBCU students!

Our Splunk Academic Scholarship is offering a $10,000 academic scholarship for up to fifteen (15) students currently pursuing a technology-related degree. 

Students can learn more about the scholarship and apply here. Deadline to apply is January 5, 2024.