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National Institutes of Standards and Technology Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship

Details the application and selection process for the NIST High School Internship Program (SHIP), including timelines, required documents, and how to apply.

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DeadlineJanuary 26, 2026, at 11:59 pm ET
Award amountHousing allowance up to $4,500
Last checkedJun 25, 2026
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SHIP Application and Selection Process

Details the application and selection process for the NIST High School Internship Program (SHIP), including timelines, required documents, and how to apply.

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Deadline
January 26, 2026, at 11:59 pm ET
Eligibility
Must be 11th Grade or Junior, 12th Grade or Senior, or Recent Graduate.
Requirements
Brief resume including name, email, high school, GPA, graduation date.; Unofficial or official school transcript.; Names and email addresses for two recommenders (STEM teacher required for one).; Personal statement (up to one page).; Signed availability form from student and parents.
Application materials
Resume; Transcript; Letters of Recommendation; Personal Statement; Availability Form
How to apply
Create or sign into a USAJobs profile.; Upload resume to the profile.; Answer profile questions.; Continue application via USAJobs, ensuring recommender request is present.; Submit complete application before the deadline.
Important dates
January 26, 2026: Applications due.; January 30, 2026: Letters of recommendation due.; February 26-29, 2026: Notification of application completion/disqualification.; March 3 - April 18, 2026: Mentors review applications and make offers.; April 21 - May 2, 2026: Notification of acceptance/rejection.
Documents
Official/final transcript; AU of IT Security; Work permit (if applicable); Student Volunteer Agreement; NIST Health Unit form; Photo, video, audio release form
Contact
ship@nist.gov

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