The U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Environmental Management (DOE-EM) Graduate Fellowship Program is now accepting applications for 2025. This US fellowship opportunity is designed to provide graduates in STEM fields with hands-on experience, professional networking, and leadership development within DOE’s national laboratories. If you are looking for a career pathway in environmental management and national security, this fellowship could be the perfect launchpad.
Compensation and Benefits
Selected fellows will receive competitive hourly compensation along with the opportunity to gain experience at a premier national laboratory.
- Masters Fellowship & Post-Masters Fellowship: Hourly pay ranges from $28.85 to $34.62.
- Gain hands-on experience in environmental management, nuclear energy, cybersecurity, and national security.
- Work alongside leading professionals at Idaho National Laboratory (INL) and other DOE facilities.
- Build strong industry connections that may lead to career opportunities within DOE.
Qualifications and Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the 2025 DOE-EM Graduate Fellowship, applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
- Be accepted into the DOE-EM Graduate Fellowship Program.
- Be pursuing a graduate degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM), or closely related fields.
- Have the ability to pass a background check.
- Maintain a minimum overall GPA of 3.0.
- Be authorized to work in the U.S..
- Submit a current Resume or CV.
- Provide unofficial transcripts covering all current and completed degree programs.
Work Location and Responsibilities
Fellows will be assigned to work at Idaho National Laboratory (INL), a key research institution dedicated to advancing nuclear energy, environmental science, and national defense. INL supports DOE’s mission by collaborating with universities, government agencies, and industry partners to drive innovation in sustainable energy and security.
Important Compliance Information
Applicants should note the following:
- Selective Service Requirement: Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) (www.sss.gov) to be eligible for employment at INL.
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO): INL follows an equal employment opportunity policy, ensuring a fair selection process regardless of race, gender, religion, national origin, veteran status, or disability.
- Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities can request accommodations for the application or interview process.
- No Third-Party Resumes Accepted: INL does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party vendors.
- Application Deadline: May 1, 2025.
DATE . Mar/8/2025