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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At the Catalyst Campus, at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, in Colorado Springs, Colorado, the AFRL Scholars Program offers internship opportunities in research-based projects for a range of academic levels. At the Catalyst Campus, interns will work in a collaborative ecosystem where industry, small business, workforce training, entrepreneurs, startups and venture capital intersect with aerospace and defense industry to create community, spark innovation and stimulate business growth. Interns gain valuable hands-on learning experience under the mentorship of full-time AFRL scientists and engineers, and develop relationships with other scholars that will last a lifetime!

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The AFRL Scholars Program at the Catalyst Campus offers various technical projects in STEM fields that develop systems, concepts, and technologies to enhance the Air Force’s information capabilities. Internships are typically 10–12 weeks, with a minimum requirement of 8 weeks. Extensions up to 14 weeks can be approved based on mentor need and funding availability. For more information about projects offered at the Catalyst Campus, please use the filters and search options available in Research Topics.

• US Citizen– Upper-level high school 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.