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Scholarships, careers, and opportunities for MEP students. Links to more scholarship listings for continuing students, department scholarships, and external scholarships here: https://grainger.illinois.edu/admissions/costs/undergraduate.

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  • Mayo Clinic SURF Program

    Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF)

    by MEPOct 17, 2025 11:45 am |  1 View

    Illinois undergraduates from all majors are invited to an info session to learn about the Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) Program, Health Equity Research Experience (HERE), and Clinical Research Internship Study Program (CRISP). Each 10-week program offers students an opportunity to join the culture of a major medical center, work with world-class Mayo Clinic faculty mentors, and test their inclinations towards careers in research. Participation in the live info session is recommended. However, if you are unable to attend, please register to receive a link to the recording. 

     Please click the link as shown above for Program Highlights, Important Dates, Eligibility and Financial Support, and the Application Process: Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) Program, Health Equity Research Experience (HERE), and Clinical Research Internship Study Program (CRISP).  

     

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  • Undergraduate Students: Apply for the 2026 LeaderShape® Institute™

    LeaderShape Institute Application Information

    by MEPOct 17, 2025 10:45 am |  1 View


    For Undergraduate Students: Apply for the 2026 LeaderShape® Institute™

     The LeaderShape® Institute™ is a nationally recognized four-day, three-night leadership retreat for Illinois undergraduate students of all majors. This immersive experience will take place January 12-15, 2026, at Allerton Park & Retreat Center in Monticello, IL. Students selected to participate will attend for free thanks to the generous financial support of campus sponsors.

     The Institute™ offers participants the opportunity to identify and explore their personal values as they work towards creating a more caring, just, and equitable society. Students will engage in activities of self-discovery, reflection, and feedback in a community of peers, with a focus on leading with integrity.


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  • Kevin T. Early Memorial Scholarship

    2025-2026 Kevin T. Early Memorial Scholarship

    by MEPOct 17, 2025 10:00 am |  1 View


    The application window is open for the 2025-2026 academic year's Kevin T. Early Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship is made possible from an endowment by William and Donna Early in memory of their son, a poet, Kevin T. Early. It awards a $2000 scholarship (which is applied to the student account) to a student with freshman standing at UIUC for the 2025-2026 school year. The deadline for application is Thursday, October 30, 2025. 

    For consideration, students must submit 5 poems via email to me at: Jdudek4@illinois.edu. The complete submission should not exceed 5 pages (so 1 poem to a page). Submissions should be attached to the email as .docx (Word) files.

     The subject line of the email should read: “EARLY PRIZE SUBMISSION: Last name.”

     The body of the email should include the student's name, address, phone number, e-mail, UIN, and the titles of the poems. The name should not appear on the entry file itself. Complete guidelines are included in the attached document.

     If you have any questions, please email John Dudek at Jdudek4@illinois.edu  


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  • Energy Innovator Fellowship

    by MEPMay 23, 2025 9:45 am |  34  Views

    ORISE is seeking recent graduates and early-career energy professionals with a demonstrated interest in reliable, affordable, and resilient energy solutions to apply for the Energy Innovator Fellowship. Paid fellows will spend up to two years supporting energy projects at host institutions, which include electric cooperatives, grid operators, municipal utilities, public utility commissions, state energy offices, and Tribal entities. ORISE provides a competitive stipend to support their participation in the fellowship, in addition to a health insurance allowance and a $10k stipend for education and professional development opportunities. A $5k relocation allowance is also offered.

    More information and a link to the application can be found here.

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  • The 2025 SHPE National Convention

    by MEPMay 16, 2025 9:45 am |  302  Views

    The 2025 SHPE National Convention will be held in Philadelphia, PA on October 29 - November 1. Registration will open in July. If you're planning to attend and think you'll need financial assistance to do so, this is for you!

     Through the generous donations of corporate and individual donors, SHPE is distributing both full and partial awards of travel, housing, and registration support for the convention based on need to members in good standing.

     The deadline to apply is May 30 at 11:59pm PT and selected recipients will be notified by July 11. To be eligible you must have been a SHPE member as of May 14. Arrangements will be provided by SHPE prior to the early bird deadline.     

    Apply HERE

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  • Pathways in Physical Sciences Summer School

    by MEPMay 16, 2025 9:30 am |  77  Views

    The Argonne National Laboratory is hosting a summer program from July 14th to August 1st 2025 aimed at STEM focused first and second year students. This opportunity will give participants experience with experimental techniques, coding in scientific applications, autonomous labs, and hands-on discovery. So if you have at least a 2.7 cumulative GPA and an interest in research, basic science, physical science, or other STEM career path, consider attending Argonne Laboratory's summer school!

    Application deadline is May 29th! Apply HERE

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  • DEEPenn STEM 2025

    by MEPMay 8, 2025 2:45 pm |  23  Views

    DEEPenn STEM is an in-person opportunity for undergraduate students to visit the University of Pennsylvania (Philadelphia, PA) to learn about STEM-related graduate programs, the graduate school admissions process, career options in STEM, and identify prospective mentors. This 3-day preview event will consist of informative workshops, research talks from Penn faculty members, and opportunities to network 1-on-1 with Penn professors, staff, graduate students and postdoctoral scholars.  Participants will receive comprehensive information about STEM graduate programs and be connected to vital resources.

    DEEPenn STEM is a thoughtfully curated event for undergraduate students who are pursuing a degree in a STEM field (ex: biology, chemistry, engineering, computer science, etc.).  It is specifically tailored to individuals who may have limited access to information about graduate school opportunities and the application process.

    Application Deadline is May 30th, Apply HERE

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  • Summer 2025 REU InSPIRES Program

    by MEPMay 8, 2025 2:45 pm |  30  Views

    We are excited to share a dynamic research opportunity for undergraduate students — the Summer 2025 REU InSPIRES Program at Michigan Technological University! We kindly ask that you circulate this opportunity to students at your institution who are seeking to enhance their research aptitude, build professional skills, and thrive in a supportive and inclusive community.

    Students will engage in hands-on research experiences in areas such as:
    Semiconductors
    Life Cycle Analysis
    Wastewater Management
    Copper Recovery

    Application Deadline: Rolling, with decisions announced by May 18th, Apply HERE

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  • The Career Center Job Search Work Group

    by MEPMay 8, 2025 2:00 pm |  9  Views

    Graduating or recently graduated and still looking for work? The Career Center offers drop in support, both in person and online, No appointment needed! Also, you can join the Career Job Search Work Group — This Summer May 27- July 30!

    For more information got to careercenter.illinois.edu

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  • NASA Internship Programs

    by MEPApr 25, 2025 8:00 am |  60  Views

    OSTEM internships offer students an opportunity to gain practical work experience while working side-by-side with mentors who are research scientists, engineers, and individuals from many other professions. Internships may be full time or part time on a NASA center or facility.

    Join our NASA team and gain valuable on-the-job experience, build your resume, and strengthen your career readiness. We offer three sessions annually, so visit our website often for opportunities.

    2025 Internship Application Deadlines:
    Fall 2025: May 16, 2025, 11:59 p.m. ET 

    For more information, click HERE

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