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

Application

SURF Application | NIST

Application page for the Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) at NIST. Provides tips, contact information, and details on submitting applications for Gaithersburg and Boulder locations.

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Eligibility

First-year and graduating seniors encouraged to apply.; Consideration given to impact on future research career.

Requirements

Submit online application and supporting documents.; Paper applications will not be accepted.

Application materials

Supporting documents

How to apply

Use SURF Gaithersburg application for Gaithersburg fellowships.; Use SURF Boulder application for Boulder fellowships.; Apply separately for multiple locations.; Upload same documents for each application.

Important dates

Offers extended via email from March 1 - April 15.; Successful applicants must accept promptly.; Submit by 11:59 p.m. Eastern time on announcement closing date.

Contact

International and Academic Affairs Office

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