The Fermilab SIST program is an excellent way for your undergraduate students to get real hands-on experience in a world-class research environment.
The SIST program accepts undergraduate sophomores and juniors majoring in physics, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering and computer science. The program is open to all colleges and universities in the United States. Students must be U.S. Citizens, permanent residents, or foreign nationals holding pre- or post-graduation OPT.
The application process is very easy — Simply go to our Summer Internships In Science and Technology online application.
Important dates, pay rates, transportation, and housing are covered in the intern fact sheet.
Letters of recommendation
When a student applies to this program and you are identified as someone who will recommend this student, you will receive an email with instructions on how to submit this information. Contact us if you have questions. Letters of Recommendation must be received by 4:00 p.m. CST on January 12, 2021.
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