NASA » The National Aeronautics and Space Administration is an independent federal agency responsible for the civilian space program as well as aeronautics and aerospace research. nasa.gov
NASA Jet Propulsion Lab » JPL has played a large part in the Space Age, and its collected data allows scientists around the world to explore the world and the galaxy. jpl.nasa.gov
NASA Wisconsin Space Grant Consortium—First Nations Launch » Part of a national network of NASA- funded research and education projects, the WSGC promotes the excitement and vision of aerospace science with an annual aviation design competition. spacegrant.carthage.edu/about/mission
National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine— Fellowships » The Ford Foundation seeks to increase the diversity of the nation’s colleges and universities through its fellowship programs, administered by the Academies. These fellowships provide support at the pre-doctoral and doctoral levels. nas.edu/ford
National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency » The National Geospatial- Intelligence Agency (NGA) delivers world-class geospatial intelligence that provides a decisive advantage to policymakers, military service members, intelligence professionals, and first responders. nga.mil
National Institute of Standards and Technology » Part of the Department of Commerce, NIST promotes U.S. innovation and industrial competitiveness by advancing measurement science, standards, and technology. nist.gov
National Institutes of Health » NIH invests more than $39 billion annually in research that seeks to improve health, lengthen life, and reduce illness and disability. nih.gov
National Institutes of Health/Office of Intramural Training and Education » The OITE enhances the training experience of students and fellows on NIH campuses and helps trainees in the Intramural Research Program (IRP) develop scientific and professional skills that will enable them to become leaders in the biomedical research community. training.nih.gov
National Native Scholarship Providers » AISES, American Indian Graduate Center, American Indian College Fund, and Indigenous Education, Inc. have come together to provide information on scholarship opportunities from all four organizations. Each scholarship opportunity is different, so pay close attention to eligibility requirements and important dates.
National Science Foundation » NSF is the funding source for about 24 percent of the basic research conducted by U.S. universities and colleges. nsf.gov
National Science Foundation Chemical, Bioengineering, Environmental, and Transport Systems » The mission of the Chemical, Bioengineering, Environmental, and Transport Systems (CBET) Division is to support innovative research and education in those fields and in areas that involve the transformation and/or transport of matter and energy by chemical, thermal, or mechanical means. nsf.gov/eng/cbet
National Security Agency » NSA delivers critical strategic and tactical information for national defense and provides timely information to the nation’s decision makers. nsa.gov
Navajo Transitional Energy Company » Wholly owned by the Navajo Nation, NTEC has been authorized to operate the BHP Navajo Mine and develop opportunities in renewable and sustainable energy resources. navajo-tec.com
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I am a freshman at the University of North Carolina Asheville studying music technology (or audio engineering for a broader term). I am searching for undergraduate research aid to help with achieving a grant. This research would fall under piezoelectric energy recycling.
— Colin Harden
New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology » NMT is focused in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Researchers, faculty, and a diverse student body work together to solve real-world problems and serve the public through applied research, professional development, and teacher education. nmt.edu
NIKE » This global sports apparel company recruits STEM professionals in technology, engineering, design, digital applications, and other fields. nike.com
Nikon Precision » One of the world’s leading optical companies, Nikon provides photolithography systems that span the range of resolutions required by today’s manufacturing facilities. nikonprecision.com
NOAA and CIRES » Enriching life through science, NOAA informs and serves the public through daily weather forecasts, severe storm warnings, and climate monitoring to fisheries management, coastal restoration, and supporting marine commerce. CIRES, the Cooperative Institute for Research In Environmental Sciences, is a partnership of NOAA and the University of Colorado Boulder whose areas of expertise include weather and climate, changes at Earth’s poles, air quality and atmospheric chemistry, water resources, and solid Earth sciences. noaa.gov
Northrop Grumman » A pioneering company, Northrop Grumman designs, develops, builds, and supports some of the world’s most advanced products, from cutting-edge aircraft and next-generation spacecraft to unrivaled cybersecurity systems and all-seeing radars. Whether it’s making a 200-ton airplane invisible, predicting cyberattacks, or solving the mysteries of the universe, wherever the boundaries of possible are being pushed, Northrop Grumman is there. northropgrumman.com
Northwestern University » Northwestern was recognized by U.S. News and World Report as the number 12 national university. It offers world-renowned research labs and 12 schools and colleges. northwestern.edu
NSF Directorate for Engineering Division of Industrial Innovation and Partnerships » The Directorate for Engineering’s Division of Industrial Innovation and Partnerships (IIP) supports programs to accelerate NSF-funded and federally funded fundamental research into market opportunities, and fosters public-private partnerships to advance technological innovation. IIP invests in high-tech small businesses and collaborations between academia and industry to transform discoveries into innovative commercial technologies with societal benefits. nsf.gov
I’m a second-year electrical engineering student at University of Calgary. I am looking forward to seeking internship opportunities for spring-summer 2021.
— Rishabh Ruhela
NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program » The NSF GRFP recognizes and supports outstanding graduate students in NSF-supported STEM disciplines who are pursuing research-based master’s and doctoral degrees at accredited U.S. institutions. The five-year fellowship comprises three years of financial support, including an annual stipend of $34,000 and a cost of education allowance of $12,000 to the institution. nsfgrfp.org
NYU Tandon School of Engineering » The world’s second-oldest private engineering school, NYU’s Tandon School of Engineering focuses on research opportunities in bioengineering, IT, media, and urban systems. engineering.nyu.edu
Oracle » Oracle Corporation is an American multinational computer technology corporation headquartered in Redwood Shores, Calif. The company sells database software and technology, cloud engineered systems, and enterprise software products — particularly its own brands of database management systems. oracle.com
Oregon State University » With one of the best online programs in the world and over 200 academic degree programs, Oregon State University has multiple pathways to education. The College of Pharmacy, for one, trains tomorrow’s pharmacists and scientists to be collaborative, innovative, and passionate about advancing patient care and continuing groundbreaking research throughout the industry. oregonstate.edu
Oregon State University College of Agricultural Sciences » With over 2,600 students, 250 professorial faculty, $500,000 in scholarships, and $90 million in research grants and contracts, the College of Agricultural Sciences is an innovation leader. agsci.oregonstate.edu
Pfizer » A leading research-based biopharmaceutical company, Pfizer applies science and our global resources to deliver innovative therapies that extend and significantly improve lives. Every day, Pfizer colleagues work across developed and emerging markets to advance wellness, prevention, treatments, and cures that challenge the most feared diseases of our time. pfizer.com
Pinterest » We’re building the world’s first visual discovery engine. More than 400 million people around the world use Pinterest to dream about, plan, and prepare for things they want to do in life. pinterest.com
Portland State University and the Maseeh College of Engineering and Computer Science » One of the country’s most diverse universities, Portland State offers more than 200 degree programs. The 3,000 students in the Maseeh College of Engineering and Computer Science pursue studies in five departments, with $8.3 million in funded research. pdx.edu/engineering
Princeton University, Department of Chemistry » The Princeton University Department of Chemistry is currently seeking candidates for graduate school, postdoctoral opportunities, and tenure-track assistant faculty positions. A vital, expanding hub of scientific inquiry with deep historic roots and a ready grasp on the future, the department is housed in the world-class Frick Chemistry Laboratory where faculty and students conduct collaborative, interdisciplinary research with the potential to produce anything from new molecules and forms of energy to advanced models of catalysis and innovative materials. princeton.edu
Queen’s University Aboriginal Access to Engineering » The respected engineering school at Queen’s University in Canada actively engages Native students in STEM fields, starting in middle school. engineering.queensu.ca