Oak Ridge Environmental Management Science Education & Internship Program

The Oak Ridge Environmental Management (OREM) supports the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) in conducing scientific research focused on discovering solutions to power and to secure America’s future.

Scientific research conducted through the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) supports an improved quality of life for all Americans. With a mission focused on discovering solutions to power and to secure America’s future, DOE is committed to:

  • Energy security
  • Nuclear security
  • Scientific discovery and innovation
  • Environmental responsibility
  • Management excellence

What is the Oak Ridge Environmental Management Science Education and Internship Program?

The OREM Science Education and Internship Program offers unique opportunities that introduce students or recent graduates to the agency’s mission and operations. Participants in the program gain a competitive edge as they apply their education, talent and skills in a variety of scientific research settings within the OREM complex. Appointments are available for a variety of disciplines.

The OREM Science Education and Internship Program presents you with the opportunity to explore a federal career with DOE at various stages in your education.

Why should you apply?

Internship candidates who are selected to the OREM Science Education & Internship Program are able to explore future federal career opportunities with DOE while developing skills in a variety of scientific research settings. 

Benefits include:

·         Career possibilities with the largest environmental cleanup effort in the world

·         Opportunities to learn from top scientists, engineers, and subject matter experts

·         Competitive stipends based on academic status

·         Travel arrangements to and from internship location

APPLY NOW: https://orise.orau.gov/orem-internship/default.htm

To be eligible, you must:

·         Be 18 years old

·         Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0

·         Be a current Undergraduate, graduate or post-graduate of an accredited institute of higher education

·         Be a U.S. citizen

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.  

For more information, including the application requirements and forms, please see the Oak Ridge Application of Internships page.