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National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF)

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) program is an 11-week paid summer internship for students majoring in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Students work with NIST scientists to conduct research in NIST laboratories in Boulder, Colorado; Gaithersburg, Maryland; and Waimanalo, Hawaii. Students must apply separately for each location. A list of participating laboratories and research projects can be found on the program website.



Deadline:

  • Winter 

Fields of Study:

  • Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

Program Type:

  • Co-op Compatible
  • Research
  • Travel

Program Length:

  • Short term (less than one year)
  • Summer Only

Degree Level:

  • Undergrad

Location:

  • United States

Citizenship:

  • US Citizen/National
  • US Permanent Resident