DOE Office of Science Graduate Student Research (SCGSR) Program

U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)

Amount: Monthly stipend ($3,200) + travel expenses
Deadline: Varies (typically May & November)
Level: graduate, phd
Renewable: No

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About

The SCGSR program provides graduate students with the opportunity to conduct part of their graduate thesis research at a DOE national laboratory or facility. It aims to develop the next generation of STEM workforce.

Eligibility

  • Citizenship: US, Permanent Resident
  • GPA: Competitive
  • PhD student conducting research in an area of interest to DOE Office of Science

Required Materials

  • Application form
  • Research proposal
  • Transcripts
  • 3 recommendation letters
  • CV

Timeline

Two application cycles per year. Notifications typically 3-4 months after deadline.

Tips

Align your research proposal with the specific research priorities of a DOE national laboratory. Establish contact with a potential host scientist at a DOE lab before applying. Highlight your research experience and publications.