URA-Fermilab Undergraduate Research Summer Internship (FURSI)

Sponsored by the Universities Research Association (URA) the URA-Fermilab Undergraduate Research Summer Internship (FURSI) engages undergraduate students in STEM to conduct research at Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (Fermilab) in fulfillment of its mission. The S&T portfolio of Fermilab covers the research areas of particle physics high-energy physics accelerator science computational physics engineering and emerging technologies in support of the following projects: LBNF/DUNE US PIP-II HL-LHC AUP & CMS Mu2e Superconducting Quantum Materials and Systems (SQMS).

Interns spend 12 weeks at Fermilab performing hands-on research under the direct leadership guidance and supervision of Fermilab scientists engineers computing professionals technicians and staff across all laboratory directorates performing hands-on research.

FURSI fosters scientific and technical expertise leadership science communication and science policy. Additional programming includes career development panels networking events and graduate school advising. A highlight of the program is the URA Science and Technology Policy Day in Washington DC where students gain firsthand insight into the co-supportive process between policy and scientific research.

FURSI is a stepping stone for aspiring scientists and engineers providing a rounded and enlightening research experience that builds the foundation for future graduate studies fellowships and leadership roles.

Eligibility

• Students majoring in Physics Engineering (Mechanical Electrical or Computer) Computer Science Mathematics Data Science Materials Science or Chemistry

• Enrolled full-time in a degree-granting program at a U.S. institution of higher education located in the U.S. or its territories

• Undergraduate sophomores juniors and seniors not graduating prior to December of internship year

• Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (LPR)

Application Procedure
Before applying have all requirements ready. Once submitted access to the application will no longer be available to upload any missing requirements.
Required application materials:

• Online application Application Walkthrough Video Guide

• Resume

• Unofficial Transcript

• Statement of Interest (300 words max): Describe your experience skills personal and professional goals and the intellectual curiosity you will bring to Fermilab to make you an outstanding intern. (Upload Statement of Interest under the Resume section saved as pdf.)

• One letter of recommendation from a professor faculty member or academic or research advisor. The recommendation letter should address the applicants academic record and potential for success in a STEM internship as demonstrated by academic and intellectual merit research/technical if applicable communication leadership and teamwork skills. The recommendation letter must be received by the application closing date.

(After the application is submitted the applicant will receive an email prompting them to provide contact information for their recommenders. Each designated reference will then receive an email with a link to upload their letter of recommendation. Please note that these links are sent only to the individuals writing the letters and are distributed exclusively during normal business hours Monday through Friday.)

Internship Details

• Application Period: December 10 2025 - Januarypm CT

• Program Dates: May 26 2026 August 14 2026

• Offer Date: February 20 2026

• Acceptance Date: March 1 2026

• Salary: Stipend is based on 40 hours/week at $23/hour for 12 weeks

• Airfare/Housing/Transportation: Airfare Housing and Ground transportation paid by the program if permanent address is more than 50 miles from host laboratory.

Deliverables

• Attend the Undergraduate Lecture Series twice weekly

• Presentation abstract (150 words)

• Oral presentation

• Poster presentation

• Written research project report

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