Do you know any minority or female Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) students looking to gain a competitive edge and insight into federal employment? Look no further than the Mickey Leland Energy Fellowship. Sponsored by the Department of Energy’s Office of Fossil Energy, selected participants collaborate during the 10 week summer program at one of several locations in the U.S. Don’t let them miss out!
Candidates will receive a paid stipend during the program, in addition to approved transportation expenses to and from the internship site and technical forum location. The MLEF program allows students to gain valuable experience in DOE/FE mission-related research programs, and offers an "inside view" of federal employment which encourages students to consider future opportunities within the Department of Energy.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the program, students must:
- Be 18 years of age;
- Be a citizen of the United States;
- Be currently enrolled full-time in an accredited college or university (sophomore year or higher); and
- Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
MLEF: A Paid Internship Opportunity
Students will be paid:
- A weekly stipend of $600 for undergraduate students;
- A weekly stipend of $750 for Master's students;
- A weekly stipend of $850 for Doctoral and Post-Doctoral students;
- Approved travel costs to and from the host site; and
- Approved travel costs to the Technical Forum for presentations and awards.
For more information:
Contact mlef@hq.doe.gov or visit http://www.fossil.energy.gov/education/lelandfellowships