Minority Serving Institutions Internship Program (NNSA-MSIIP) - Application Deadline

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When

2:59 a.m., Oct. 26, 2025
Interested in summer or year-long research? 
 
Applications are open for the Summer 2026 National Nuclear Security Administration Minority Serving Institutions Internship Program (NNSA-MSIIP)
 

The National Nuclear Security Administration Minority Serving Institutions Internship Program (NNSA-MSIIP) provides paid opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students enrolled at Minority Serving Institutions. NNSA-MSIIP is open to all academic backgrounds.

NNSA-MSIIP offers summer or year-long internship opportunities starting June 1st, 2026, with the NNSA, national laboratories, and site offices. Internships involve projects focused on engineering, science, research, technology, policy, business, and government relations.

Program participants will develop the experience needed to "jump-start" their careers and potential for future opportunities within the federal government. Interns will be mentored by experienced staff, researchers, and scientists, to develop professional skills and enhance leadership capabilities.

 
What are the benefits?
  • Stipends starting at $750/week (based on education level).
  • Allowances to offset costs, including:

               - Commuting supplements

               - Housing supplements

               - Inbound/outbound travel

               - Virtual participation supplement

Who is eligible?
  •  Be 18 years old by June 1, 2026.
  • Be a U.S. citizen at the time of application.
  • Have and maintain a minimum undergraduate or graduate GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale).
  • Be enrolled as a part-time or full-time undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited Minority Serving Institution during the Fall of 2025
Need help with your application? The Undergraduate Research Ambassador team is here to support you on every step of your research journey! Please reach out to the Undergraduate Research Ambassadors by sending your inquiries to their email at undergradresearch@arizona.edu(link sends e-mail)(link sends e-mail) or scheduling a 1:1 appointment with them.
Ready to apply? Submit your application here by October 26th, 2:59 AM Arizona Time
Questions? Contact NNSA-MSIIP@orise.orau.gov.
 

Join from 2:00 – 3:00 PM (EDT) on one or more of the following dates for an Information Session about NNSA-MSIIP.