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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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  • Energy Innovator Fellowship

    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.

  • The 2025 SHPE National Convention

    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

  • Pathways in Physical Sciences Summer School

    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

  • DEEPenn STEM 2025

    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

  • Summer 2025 REU InSPIRES Program

    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

  • The Career Center Job Search Work Group

    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

  • NASA Internship Programs

    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

  • NASA L'Space Program

    The NASA L'SPACE Program is a free, online, interactive experience open to undergraduate and graduate students interested in pursuing a career within NASA or other organizations in the space ecosystem. Since it's conception in 2018, 12,000+ participants from over 950 US colleges and universities from all 50 states have gone through the program. Each 12-week Academy is designed to provide unique, hands-on learning and insight into the dynamic world of the space industry.

    Deadline to apply August 2025
    For more information and to apply, click HERE

  • Psyche Inspired Application – Platinum Class

    Psyche Inspired interns will use their creative talents to share, explain, and highlight the excitement, innovation, and scientific and engineering content of NASA’s Psyche mission. Psyche Inspired interns will meet once a week via videoconferencing with staff from Psyche Inspired and the mission team. Psyche Inspired interns will create at least one original creative work every six weeks during the 2025-2026 school year, which will amount to four works throughout the school year. These works will be guided by the mission themes of science, technology, engineering, mathematics, exploration, inspiration, teams, and inclusion.

    Application closes August 29th, for more information, click HERE

  • Animal Ambassadors at Grainger Library, 4/17

    The Grainger Engineering Library and Information Center is excited to invite you to the Veterinary Medicine’s Wildlife Medical Clinic Ambassador Animals visit on Thursday, April 17 in Room 335, on the third floor, from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. Learn more about this program and their animal ambassadors. All are welcome!

    April 17, 3–4 pm • April 17, 3-4 PM

    More Info HERE

  • KPFF Consulting Engineer - Entry Level Opportunities

    KPFF Consulting Engineers Seattle is excited to announce two entry-level opportunities that may be of interest to you. 

    Positions Available:

    1. Structural Engineering Designer (Master’s degree required, latest graduation date Fall 2025.)
    2. Civil Engineering Designer (Bachelor’s degree required, latest graduation date Spring 2025.)

    Both roles are based out of our Seattle, WA office and offer a great start for those looking to build a career in engineering with a dynamic and supportive team.

  • National Virtual Bridge (NVB) Program

    The National Virtual Bridge (NVB) Program offers a five-week virtual experience focused on strengthening core skills in physics, calculus, engineering design, and Python.

    The student deadline to apply is May 12, 2025. Apply HERE

  • 2025 NACME Engineering Design Boot Camp

    For rising sophomores, the 2025 NACME Engineering Design Boot Camp provides Autodesk Fusion 360 certification training, a $1,000 tuition scholarship for a for-credit summer course, and a $800 stipend with access to professional development and industry engagement—with top performers eligible for an in-person externship at Autodesk Headquarters. More details and the application link are included below. 

    The student deadline to apply is April 18, 2025. Apply HERE

  • Ford Fund Scholarship Program

    The Ford Fund Scholarship Program offers a one-time $5000 tuition scholarship. Students who meet the following criteria are encouraged to apply:
    Minimum GPA 3.0
    Academic Level: Juniors and Seniors
    United States Citizen or Permanent Resident 
    Enrolled full-time and/or a full-time matriculating student at a NACME partner university or one of the preferred universities listed above
    Majoring Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology, and/or Computer Science fields
    Current NACME Scholars are also eligible to apply

    Note: This is a scholarship opportunity only. An internship is not guaranteed. However, recipients of the Ford Fund Scholarship Program will have first priority to apply to Summer 2025 internships with Ford.

    Application Deadlines:

    • April 7, 2025, regular deadline
    • Apply HERE
  • Expanding the Nuclear Energy Workforce Panel Discussion

    This panel will be an opportunity to learn about career options in clean nuclear energy, plasma for microelectronics and semiconductors, and use of radiation for medical and industrial use. This event will provide a unique opportunity to explore the evolving nuclear workforce, address diversity challenges, and inspire the next generation of nuclear professionals.

  • Understanding Work Culture

    NACME's, C.A.S.E. Academy is holding a webinar on Wednesday, March 26th at 7pm on "how to identify and adapt to workplace norms, align with company values, and navigate diverse professional environments."

    Register HERE

  • The Grainger College of Engineering Undergraduate Aid

    Don't forget, one of the best place to find grants, scholarships, and financial aid is on The Grainger College of Engineering's own website!

    Click HERE to explore your options!

  • ILSGC Undergraduate Scholarship Information

    ILSGC Undergraduate Scholarship Deadline has been EXTENDED -- AGAIN!

    The Illinois Space Grant Consortium (ILSGC) will award scholarships to outstanding students pursuing an undergraduate degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) disciplines that support NASA’s mission. A total of up to (18) $3,000* scholarships for the 2025-2026 academic year. Funding will be released incumbent upon authorization of funds by NASA. Apply by APRIL 1, 2025.

    More info and application found HERE

  • Proud to be 1st Generation Series


    There are a number of great opportunities available for empowering first generation students available this year. the next upcoming talk is: Finding Your Authentic Voice as a First Generation College Student - Cohosted with Dr. Laura Stengrim, Speakers Workshop (Hybrid) Speakers Workshop

    These events will be held: March 26th, 4:00 - 6:00 pm at Main Library 1408 W. Gregory Dr, Urbana, IL 106 B Conference Room and remotely.  See THIS link to register for and see dates and times of this even and future events!


  • TRIO Upward Bound Summer Jobs!

    Graduate students and undergraduate students are welcome to apply for both teaching and program assistant positions. Work between 10 and 40 hours per week and earn money transferable experience!

  • Apply now to the Jump XR Summer Internship


    Jump Simulation Urbana, an entity within Carle Illinois College of Medicine at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, invites undergraduate students actively enrolled at the U. of I. to apply to our summer internship. This 10-week opportunity will focus on XR development, art and design, education and professional connections. Students will develop research skills, acquire hands-on experience and be mentored by Illinois faculty throughout the experience. 
    Applications are now open and will close March 31! Apply HERE.

    Program runs June 9–August 15, 8:30 am–5 pm • Monday through Friday • Jump Simulation Center


  • Internship Program with NCSA

    The National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA) has a history of nurturing innovative concepts, and some of the best ideas have come from highly motivated, creative undergraduate students. The Students Pushing INnovation (SPIN) internship program was launched to provide University of Illinois undergraduates with the opportunity to participate in hands-on research and contribute to interdisciplinary projects covering focused research areas in Culture and Society, Earth and Environment, Bioinformatics and Health Sciences, Material and Manufacturing, Data and Computational Sciences, Physics and Astronomy, and Digital Agriculture.

    Applications Due By March 3rd

    Apply HERE

  • Engineering Ambassadors


    We are excited to introduce you to the Engineering Ambassadors program, a professional outreach initiative sponsored by the Office of Undergraduate Programs in the Grainger College of Engineering.  Our ambassadors connect with K-12 students at local schools, sparking their interest in science and engineering through engaging, hands-on activities. By highlighting the positive impact engineers of diverse backgrounds have on the health, happiness, and safety of our world, we aim to inspire the next generation of problem solvers. Our members learn essential communication skills to reach a wide range of audiences and receive valuable leadership training.

     

    If you are passionate about sharing your love for engineering and making a difference, we encourage you to learn more about the program and apply! Applications are due by March 3rd! Apply here: https://forms.gle/h4mGDaLkpHRWvQ3E6 


  • ASME Scholarships: 4-Year Baccalaureate and Graduate Students

    A scholarship is considered by ASME to be a grant made to a student to enable or assist the student in pursuing an educational program in mechanical engineering or mechanical engineering technology at the undergraduate or graduate level. 

    Undergraduate Deadline: 2/24/2025
    Graduate Deadline: 3/3/2025
    More information HERE
    Apply HERE

  • Research Experience with NCSA

    Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) The Future of Discovery: Training Students to Build and Apply Open Source Machine Learning Models and Tools (FODOMMaT) program at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign’s National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA) is seeking students to apply for a 10-week paid summer training experience in machine learning. Successful applicants will work full-time on one of cutting-edge FODOMMaT research projects that develop open-source machine learning models and tools and use them to solve real-world problems. The program will be held on-site at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and REU FoDOMMaT fellows will work in person during Summer 2025. 

    To apply, please visit our website, http://reu.ncsa.illinois.edu,  and click on the “Research Projects” tab to learn about the summer projects, and then click on the “Apply Now!” tab. The applications are due March 15, 2025.

  • New Mexico Lab-Embedded Entrepreneur Program (NMLEEP)

    The New Mexico Lab-Embedded Entrepreneur Program (NMLEEP) a program tailored to help entrepreneurs bridge the gap between innovation and commercialization through mentorship, business support and the talent and resources of Los Alamos National Laboratory. NM LEEP offers fellows a two-year collaboration to advance their technology with DOE National Laboratory researchers, customized entrepreneurial training, and connections to networks and business resources with potential strategic partners, investors, and customers.
    Deadline May 8, 2025 @11:59PM Mountain Time Zone, Apply HERE

  • GFX Now Hiring Students for New Student Registration 2025!

    GFX is now hiring engineering undergraduate students for New Student Registration (NSR) Assistants, Group Leaders, and Student Directors for summer 2025! On-campus and limited online positions are available. NSR student positions support new first-year and transfer students as they connect with fellow incoming students, prepare to meet with an Academic Advisor, and register for the Fall 2025 semester. This is a great opportunity for students who are looking for a summer job with some flexibility where they'll be able be a part of a welcoming team and develop their communication, collaboration, and leadership skills. First-year students are welcome to apply!

    For more information and to apply, click HERE

  • JPL Summer Internship Program

    The JPL Summer Internship Program offers 10-week, full-time, summer internship opportunities at JPL to undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees in science, technology, engineering or mathematics. Students will have the opportunity to participate in a number of enrichment activities, including tours, lectures and career advisement, arranged by the JPL Education Office.
     
    - Summer internships begin in May and June, on the first business day of each week.

    - Participants receive a monetary award, given in monthly disbursements, for the period of the internship. Award amounts vary and are subject to change.

    - A supplemental housing and travel allowance is provided for participants whose institution is outside the 50-mile radius of JPL.

    Application Deadline: Friday, March 14, 2025 at 5 p.m. PDT Apply HERE

  • ILSGC Undergraduate Scholarship Information

    ILSGC Undergraduate Scholarship Deadline has been EXTENDED!

    The Illinois Space Grant Consortium (ILSGC) will award scholarships to outstanding students pursuing an undergraduate degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) disciplines that support NASA’s mission. A total of up to (18) $3,000* scholarships for the 2025-2026 academic year. Funding will be released incumbent upon authorization of funds by NASA. Apply by March 1, 2025.

    More info and application found HERE

  • NASA Tech Leap Prize

    To support future missions, NASA seeks to advance transformative solutions that address one or more of NASA’s technology shortfalls. Up to nine winners will receive up to $500,000 each to build their payloads plus the opportunity to test them on suborbital, hosted orbital, or parabolic flights.
     
    Register to participate and share your solution that addresses one or more selected NASA technology shortfalls and would benefit from a flight test. Eligible participants must first register no later than 5:00 PM Eastern on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. 

    Register HERE

  • Sage Corps: Summer Internships Abroad at Tech Startups

    If you are interested in interning abroad this summer with entrepreneurs at tech startups, please see below. The program is approved at Grainger through the IPENG study abroad office. Scholarships and financial aid are potentially available for eligible students. Sage Corps is an international internship program that sends college students to intern abroad with startup companies. All students first complete online curricular modules to build hard skills and soft skills in preparation for their internship.

    The final deadline to apply through IPENG is February 15th, 2025. Qualified students will receive offers on a rolling basis until all spots are filled.
    Apply HERE

  • ORISE DOE-STP Fellowship

    The Grid Controls and Communications (GCC) Division of the Office of Electricity (OE) manages research, development, and demonstration programs aimed at modernizing the Nation’s electricity delivery system including secure communications, controls and protection systems. The Division is responsible for engineering end-to-end systems for communications, grid modeling, measurement and controls, and operations and planning.

    Application Deadline: February 10, 2025 @ 3:00 PM Eastern Time Zone
    Apply HERE

    Selected candidates will receive a stipend. Amounts are determined by DOE officials, based on the candidate’s academic and professional background, starting at approximately: 

    • Bachelor’s degree: $70,000
    • Master’s degree: $80,000
    • PhD: $100,000
  • LAS/ENG Undergraduate Research Opportunities Fair

    This event aims to connect our talented undergraduate students with diverse research opportunities across the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences and the College of Engineering. This event is taking place February 11th, 2025 from 4 to 6 pm in Illini Union Ballrooms A, B, and C.

    Register to attend HERE 

  • NASA'S Gateways to Blue Skies Competition

    The 2025 Blue Skies Competition asks collegiate student teams to conceptualize aviation-related system(s) that can be applied to agriculture by 2035 or sooner with the goal of improving agriculture production, efficiency, environmental impact, and extreme weather/climate resilience.
    Learn More HERE

  • ICONS Internships

    The new Inspiring Clipper: Opportunities for Next-generation Scientists (ICONS) internships will bring members of the Europa Clipper science team together with undergraduate students for a 10-week internship that gives students the opportunity to conduct original scientific research. 
    For dates of the internship program, please see https://www.nasa.gov/learning-resources/internship-programs/

  • NASA Internship Programs

    NASA offers several opportunities for students to undertake meaningful and challenging projects that truly make an impact on humanity. 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. 
    2025 Internship Application Deadlines:
    Summer 2025: Feb. 28, 2025
    Fall 2025: May 16, 2025

    For more information and to apply click HERE

  • Gilman Scholarship Information Sessions & Workshop

    The U.S. Department of State’s Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship provides enrolled students, who are Pell grant recipients, up to $5,000 for either study abroad or an internship abroad. If you plan to study a language critical to U.S. national security while abroad, you can apply for an additional $3,000. If you plan to conduct STEM-related research while studying abroad, you can apply for an additional $1,000.

    Information Sessions 1/30-1/31

    The national deadline to apply is March 6, 2025. 

  • Scholarships for Continuing Students

    Scholarships for Continuing Students opens on Saturday, February 1st to March 11th. 

    Information sessions available:
    Feb 5th: 4:00 - 4:45 in Room 433, 
    Feb 12th: 5:00 - 5:45 in Room 429. 
    Drop-In Q&A:
    Feb 18th: 4:00 - 4:45 in Room 433
     Feb 19th: 5:00 - 5:45 in Room 429
     

    Apply HERE

  • Bain and Company: Chicago BEL Program

    BEL program applications have opened. The Building Entrepreneurial Leaders Program (BEL) is focused on giving high-achieving Black, Hispanic/Latin American and Indigenous sophomore/second year students the opportunity to strengthen their business and leadership skill set while gaining exposure to one of the world’s top strategy consulting firms.

    Application Deadline February 25th! Apply HERE

  • JANUS Undergrad Research Opportunity

    Georgia Tech in cooperation with NASA is offering a summer program for undergraduate students in the Georgia Tech High-Power Electric Propulsion Laboratory. Work hands on on the cutting edge of propulsion technology as part of the Joint Advanced Propulsion Institute. Program runs May18 to July 25th. Apply by February 15, 2025.
    Apply | Summer Undergraduate Research in Engineering/Sciences (SURE) - gatech.edu

  • ILSGC Undergraduate Scholarship Information

    The Illinois Space Grant Consortium (ILSGC) will award scholarships to outstanding students pursuing an undergraduate degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) disciplines that support NASA’s mission. A total of up to (18) $3,000* scholarships for the 2025-2026 academic year. Funding will be released incumbent upon authorization of funds by NASA. Apply by February 1, 2025.

    More info and application found HERE

  • EPP/MSI and Hollings Undergraduate Scholarships

    The opportunities are open to undergraduate sophomores or third year students in a five year program and include paid NOAA internships and academic scholarships. Application closes January 31st!
    Hollings Scholarship
    EPP/MSI Undergraduate Scholarship
    More Info and Applications Available HERE

  • Fresh Check Day

    Fresh Check Day, is an uplifting mental health promotion and suicide prevention event that includes interactive expo booths, peer-to-peer messaging, support of multiple campus departments and groups, free food, entertainment, and great prizes and giveaways. Fresh Check Day aims to create an approachable and hopeful atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage in dialogue about mental health and helps to build a bridge between students and the mental health resources available on campus, in the community, and nationally. 

    Fresh Check Day on Monday, February 10, from noon - 2 p.m. in the Illini Union, rooms B and C.

  • Intelligence Community Postdoctoral Research Fellowship

    Join us Thursday, Jan. 23, for a virtual event showcasing the Intelligence Community (IC) Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Program! During the fair, research topic authors and program representatives will be on hand to answer your questions in 1-on-1 chats. The event will also feature a live panel discussion with representatives from the Intelligence Community.
    When: Thursday, Jan. 23, 1–4 p.m. ET
    Where: Virtual (on the Brazen platform) 
    Register HERE
     

  • Ready2Work (R2W) Internship 2025

    The Ready2Work (R2W) Internship is designed to provide a 12-week summer internship opportunity to talented students. Selected candidates will be introduced 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 with a focus on: Energy Security, Nuclear Security, Scientific Discovery and Innovation, Environmental Responsibility, Management Excellence, Cybersecurity, Safeguards and Security, and Technological Advancement. Paid Internship, stipends for travel and housing available.

    Application Deadline FEBUARY 7, 2025 
    Apply HERE

  • REU Summer Internships

    REU is offering paid summer research internships for STEM undergraduates, giving students an opportunity to work on real world solutions. The program runs from May 27th to August 1st.  Apply ASAP, due date for application is January 31st. Apply Here

  • NNSA PATH Scholarship 2025

    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 degree in a science, technology, engineering, or math (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 research areas include nuclear security, advanced manufacturing, cybersecurity, engineering, and energy systems.
    Deadline: February 15, 2025
    Apply Here: APPLY

    Scholarship: 
    Scholarships will begin on September 1st and will end on May 31st, regardless of a student's academic calendar.
    One or two-year certificate/degree: $4, 500/year for up to 2 years
    Four-year undergraduate degree: $10,000/year for up to 4 years
    Graduate degree: $20,000/year up to 2 years

     

  • Repperger Research Intern Program

    The Repperger Research Intern Program is a 10-week educational experience, from June 2 to Aug. 8, 2025 at Wright-Patterson AFB, Dayton, OH, and JBSA-Fort Sam Houston, San Antonio, TX. The available research opportunities span many STEM fields, including biology, mathematics, computer science, cognitive science, kinesiology, physics and several other areas of study.

    Deadline: Jan. 15, 2025
    Apply here: APPLY
    Project Descriptions: Click here for a complete list of projects

  • ORISE Summer Internship Showcase

    Looking for a summer internship in STEM? Join us to learn about summer 2025 opportunities available through ORISE! During this virtual event, a live informational session will provide a high-level overview of the featured programs. After the presentation, representatives will be available for 1-on-1 chats to answer your program-specific questions. 


    When: Thursday, Jan. 16, 1–3 p.m. ET
    Where:
    Virtual (on the Brazen platform)


    Register Here

  • Southern and Central Illinois Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (SCI-LSAMP) Program

    The Southern & Central Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation is sponsored by the National Science Foundation designed to increase retention, graduation, and success of students from Black/African American, Hispanic/Latinx, Native American/Alaskan, Pacific Islander racial and ethnic groups that are historically underrepresented in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. This program offers holistic support and individualized mentoring to guide students through the completion of their bachelor's degree and into graduate degree programs or careers in STEM. 

    Applications are now being accepted to join the SCI-LSAMP program!
    Application deadline: Monday, February 17, 2025

    Learn More and Apply