Higher Education Research Experiences at ORNL
(HERE@ORNL)
Entering College Freshman
Eligibility
To be eligible you must:
- Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident alien (PRAs are subject to DOE clearance approval for laboratory entry).
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Be pursuing a degree or career in science, mathematics, engineering, technology, or related fields.
- Have a grade point average of at least 3.0/4.0.
- Have received a high school diploma from a U.S. school in the term immediately preceding participation.
- Be accepted at an accredited U.S. college or university for the term immediately following participation.
Application Deadline
- February 1
Note: It is recommended that you submit your application by the deadline. However, applications are accepted at any time.
Term
- 10 weeks summer
- No extension or return
Stipend
- $300/week paid bi-weekly
- $75/week housing allowance (for students whose permanent residence is outside a radius of 60 miles of ORNL)
Application Information
All of the following must be submitted for the applicant to be considered:
- Completed application form.
- Two academic references.
- Letter of acceptance from a college or university for the term immediately following the term of program participation.
NOTE: If you are selected for an appointment, you will be required to submit an official transcript from your high school and a copy of a college acceptance letter. Any falsification will render you ineligible for participation and, if found after participation has begun, may require you to reimburse any funds received.
For more information contact Cheryl Terry at (865) 576-3427 or terryc@orau.gov.