The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Scholars Program offers stipend-paid internship opportunities for undergraduate and graduate-level university students pursuing STEM degrees, as well as upper-level high school students.

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The selected interns gain valuable hands-on experiences working with full-time AFRL scientists and engineers on cutting-edge research and technology and are able to contribute to unique, research-based projects.

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AFRL at Edwards AFB (Rocket Propulsion Division) is a unique opportunity for selected scholars. Scholars work within the Rocket Propulsion Division, which is located on approximately 65 square miles in the north-eastern corner of Edwards AFB. This section of the Air Base is located approximately 90 miles north of Los Angeles, California. The closest major cities are Lancaster and Palmdale, California.

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The AFRL Scholars Program offers internship opportunities for engineers and chemists to assist in the development and testing of Liquid Rocket Engines, Solid Rocket Motors, and In-Space Thrusters at a variety of academic ranges. Some of these very projects can be referenced on our web site at https://afresearchlab.com/technology/aerospace/.

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AFRL Scholars gain hands-on experience while being mentored by our AFRL world class scientists and engineers. Internships are generally 10-12 weeks in duration, but longer and shorter experiences can be arranged on a case-by-case basis.  Internships are offered to both undergraduate and graduate college students.

• US Citizen– Undergraduate students– Must be 16 years of age or older with valid driver's license and reliable transportation– Must be available to work full-time (40 hours per week) for summer internship positions– Must pass a background check. Potentially resulting in a Secret Security Clearance or higher.
• A grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is highly encouraged for all applicants. Note: A grade point average of less than 3.0 on a 4.0 scale will not disqualify applicants.
• Must be enrolled or accepted at an educational institution taking at least half-time academic course load leading to a degree or certificate for semester immediately preceding internship session. Note: This does not apply to professional educators.
• Must be in good academic standing
• Must be willing to temporarily relocate to physical work location
• Must be able to take personal responsibility for arranging transportation to and from worksite each day. Note: Scholars should not rely on transportation from anyone who does not already have base access. Program administration will not be responsible for making additional arrangements on a scholar’s behalf to provide suitable transportation.