Mickey Leland Energy Fellowship Program (MLEF) - 2025 - MLEF
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The U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Mickey Leland Energy Fellowship (MLEF) Program is a 10-week summer research internship for undergraduate and Master's students in STEM majors. Participants complete a cutting-edge research project at one of the Department's National Laboratories or DOE Headquarters in support of the Department's mission of minimizing the environmental and climate impacts of fossil fuels and industrial processes while working to achieve net-zero emissions.As a MLEF participant, you will train under the mentorship of scientists and engineers while completing a mission-focused research project. During the 10-week appointment, you will receive a bi-weekly stipend, and may be eligible for housing and travel assistance. You will also gain insight into how the Department of Energy is working toward an equitable and clean energy future.The mission of the MLEF program is to strengthen a diverse pipeline of future STEM professionals and has provided mentored opportunities for over 1,000 students from across the nation for future careers in the STEM workforce. All eligible candidates are encouraged to apply.Travel and Housing AllowancesParticipants may be authorized to receive an additional allowance to offset the cost of housing and travel expenses.LocationsSelections are based on a student's qualifications and the needs of the appointment site/location. Proximity to the host is not factored during the selection process. The 10-week summer program may place students at one of several possible U.S. Department of Energy sites including but not limited to: U.S. Department of Energy Headquarters(DOE FECM)Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory(LBNL)Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory(LLNL)Los Alamos National Laboratory(LANL)National Energy Technology Laboratory(NETL)Pacific Northwest National Laboratory(PNNL) Important Dates Student Application Deadline: January 21, 2025 11:59pm ESTApplication Status Notification: Mid/Late April 2025Participant Orientation (virtual): May 2025Participant Kick-off: Thursday, May 29, 2025 in Washington, D.C.Program Dates: Monday, June 2 to Friday, August 8, 2025Technical Forum: Monday, August 4 to Thursday, August 7, 2025 in Pittsburgh, PA #J-18808-Ljbffr