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Program

Minority Educational Institution Student Partnership Program
Organization

U.S. Department of Energy
Opportunity Type

Internship
About the Program

The 2014 Minority Educational Institution Student Partnership Program offers talented undergraduate and graduate students summer internship positions with the U.S. Department of Energy and its national laboratories. Positions involve scientific research or a focus on policy, business, and government relations. All internships include paid lodging, round trip airfare, and monetary compensation.

As Program participants, students receive an intensive 8-10 week assignment to "jump-start" their careers and develop their potential for future opportunities within the federal government. Students work side-by-side with leading scientists, engineers, and other top professionals to develop professional skills and enhance leadership capabilities.

*VARCom Solutions is the contracter*
Program Location

Various Offices
Program Start

Summer Internship
Application Deadline

March 31, 2024
Application Website

http://www.doeminorityinternships.org/

Program Benefits

Paid?
 Yes
Pay Rate
 Depends on academic status
Payment Method
 Stipend
Benefits
  • Housing
  • Travel to/from program location
Additional Benefits

Your stipend amount depends on your academic status. For high school students the stipend amount is $275/week; for undergraduate college students it is $400/week and for graduate students it is $600/week.

However you are responsible for your own medical/health insurance and local transport.

Requirements

Description

Eligibility requirements:

High School Students

  • Be at least 16 years of age
  • Completed sophomore year of high school
  • MUST BE ENROLLED as a full time high school student
  • Maintain an overall GPA of 2.8 (minimum) or above on a 4.0 scale

College Students

  • Be at least 18 years of age
  • Have earned at least 24 semester hours (39 quarter credit hours) 
  • MUST BE ENROLLED as a full time college student
  • Maintain an overall GPA of 2.8 (minimum) or above on a 4.0 scale

Applicants must also demonstrate the following:

  • Leadership potential
  • Commitment to public service
  • Interest in energy-related issues
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
Open to residents of:
 National - All 50 States
Open to students attending school in:
 National - All 50 States
Minimum GPA
 2.8
Minimum Age

16
Enrollment Status
  • Full time
Citizenship
  • U.S. Citizens
Other Details
  • Merit-based
Keywords
 Minority Educational Institution Partnership
Contact

meisppinternships@varcom.com
Organization Website

www.minorityinternships.energy.gov/index.php
Organization Address

VARCom Solutions LLC, 1814 13th Street NW
Washington, DC 20009
Organization Phone
 (202) 745-3714
Last Modified Date
 March 26, 2015