Office of Naval Research

Science and Engineering Apprentice Program (SEAP)

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Internship Description

Posted on: 
September 6, 2026

Internship Title: Science and Engineering Apprentice Program (SEAP)

Organization: Naval Research Laboratory (NRL), Office of Naval Research (ONR)

Location: Washington, DC

Type: Paid

Eligibility: Applicants must be U.S. citizens; some laboratories may require a security clearance; candidates are evaluated on grades, science and math coursework, standardized test scores, areas of interest, teacher recommendations, and a personal statement

Application Deadline: The online application portal is expected to open in September for the following summer's program

Program Dates: Eight weeks during the summer

Overview

SEAP places academically talented high school students with an interest in science, technology, engineering, and math as apprentices in Department of Defense laboratories for eight weeks each summer, including the Naval Research Laboratory here in Washington, DC.

Apprentices gain hands-on experience in scientific and engineering work under the mentorship of research personnel, with exposure to STEM activities not typically available in a school setting.

First-year interns receive a $4,000 stipend and returning interns receive $4,500; students are responsible for their own transportation.

To apply or learn more, contact naval_internships@navy.mil.

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