Undergraduate Scholarships
Undergraduate Scholarships, Fellowships, and Internships
Scholarships, fellowships, and internships for undergraduates provide financial support and practical experience to help students advance their education and career goals. Scholarships typically offer financial aid based on academic or other achievements, fellowships provide funding and professional development opportunities often in research or public service, and internships offer hands-on work experience in a student's field of study, often bridging the gap between academic learning and professional employment.
Below is a list specially curated by the AGU Atmospheric Science committee for undergraduate students in the field.
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Research Experiences for Undergraduate (REU) program
NSF REU Program - The NSF REU program funds a large number of research opportunities for undergraduate students in various fields of science, engineering, and education, providing them with hands-on research experience at REU Sites across the U.S. and abroad.
US Department of Energy (DOE)
Science Undergraduate Laboratory Internship (SULI) program
DOE SULI Program - The SULI program encourages undergraduates to pursue STEM careers by providing research experiences at DOE laboratories. Interns work with scientists or engineers on projects supporting the DOE mission, with opportunities available for 10-week summer or 16-week semester terms.
Scholars Program
DOE Scholars Program - This program offers opportunities for undergraduates, graduates, and postgraduates to gain hands-on experience and explore career options at the DOE, including positions in science, engineering, and policy-making.
Undergraduate Internships and Fellowships
DOE Undergraduate Internships and Fellowships - DOE provides various internship and fellowship opportunities for undergraduates to participate in cutting-edge research and development activities at DOE facilities.
Mickey Leland Energy Fellowship (MLEF) program
DOE MLEF Program - The MLEF program provides students with an opportunity to gain hands-on research experience with the DOE’s Office of Fossil Energy. The program aims to improve opportunities for underrepresented students in STEM fields.
Community College Internships (CCI) program
DOE Community College Internships - Opportunity for community college students to complete a 10-week internship over the summer or during a semester at a DOE lab.
National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
Ernest F. Hollings Undergraduate Scholarship
NOAA Hollings Scholarship - This scholarship provides undergraduates with academic assistance and a paid summer internship at NOAA facilities to gain practical experience in NOAA-related science, research, technology, and policy.
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
Opportunities for undergrads
NASA Opportunities for Undergrads - NASA offers various opportunities for undergraduates, including internships, scholarships, and research programs in fields related to space and earth sciences.
Internships
NASA Internships - NASA internships provide students with the opportunity to work alongside scientists and engineers to gain valuable experience and contribute to NASA's mission.
NRL NREIP - NREIP provides college students with research internships at the NRL, offering opportunities to work on projects in a variety of scientific and engineering disciplines.
American Meteorological Society (AMS)
First-Year Undergraduate Scholarships
AMS Freshman Undergraduate Scholarships - These scholarships support students entering their first year of undergraduate study in atmospheric or related oceanic and hydrologic sciences.
Senior Named Scholarships
AMS Senior Named Scholarships - These scholarships recognize outstanding undergraduate students entering their final year of study in atmospheric, oceanic, or hydrologic sciences.
United States Geological Survey (USGS)
Cooperative Summer Fellowship Programs
USGS Cooperative Summer Fellowship Programs - These programs offer students the opportunity to participate in research projects at USGS facilities, focusing on earth sciences and related fields.
The Barry Goldwater Scholarship
Barry Goldwater Scholarship - This prestigious scholarship supports undergraduates in their pursuit of research careers in the natural sciences, engineering, and mathematics.
Astronaut Scholarship Foundation
Astronaut Scholarship Program
Astronaut Scholarship Program - The program provides scholarships to outstanding students in STEM fields, with the goal of advancing scientific knowledge and exploration.
Institute for Broadening Participation (IBP)
STEM Programs for undergraduates from the IBP’s Pathways to Science
IBP Pathways to Science - Pathways to Science offers a comprehensive listing of STEM programs, including scholarships, fellowships, and internships, aimed at increasing diversity in STEM fields.
General Advice
Ten simple rules for getting the most out of a summer laboratory internship
Ten Simple Rules for Getting the Most Out of a Summer Laboratory Internship - This article provides practical advice for students on how to maximize their learning and professional growth during a summer laboratory internship.