The Fermilab Program for Research, Innovation, and STEM Mentorship (PRISM) is a dynamic and immersive four-week summer school designed for high school seniors and recent graduates. This program provides an invaluable opportunity for students to explore cutting-edge STEM fields while connecting with Fermilab STEM professionals.
Participants will delve into topics such as particle physics, quantum science, engineering design, and artificial intelligence, through hands-on activities, expert-led lectures, and exclusive tours of Fermilab’s research facilities. Each week focuses on a different scientific theme, enabling students to gain a comprehensive understanding of the diverse opportunities available in STEM careers.
Through mentorship, professional development, and access to a supportive network, students will build their STEM identity, prepare for future academic endeavors, and engage with Fermilab's mission to push the boundaries of science and technology.
Eligibility:
- High School Senior for the 2025-2026 school year or 2025 high school graduate
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Proof of medical insurance
- Applicants from groups historically and contemporarily underrepresented in STEM and underserved communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Application Requirements:
- Online application
- Supplemental Questionnaire
- One letter of recommendation from a STEM teacher or STEM club advisor
Internship Details:
- Program Dates: Tentatively July 10-August 8
- Application Period: January 15 - March 15, 2025
- Offer Date: April 4, 2025
- Acceptance Date: April 15, 2025
- Salary: $500 weekly
- Transportation/Housing: Fermilab does not provide housing for the PRISM program
- Transportation assistance available
- The program will be a hybrid of on-site and off-site work
Deliverables:
- Research Abstract
- Research Poster
- Final presentation
- Pre and post-program surveys
If you have any application questions or issues, please email us at Internships@fnal.gov
Why Fermilab:
Fermilab is America’s premier laboratory for particle physics and accelerator research, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. We support discovery science experiments in Illinois and locations around the world, including deep underground mines in South Dakota and Canada, mountaintops in Arizona and Chile, CERN in Europe and the South Pole.
Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening
Fermilab is dedicated to fostering a safe, productive, and drug-free work environment. As part of the hiring process, candidates must successfully complete a background check and drug screening for candidates 18 and over. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Fermilab is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a safe and welcoming workplace by recruiting and developing its workforce without discrimination. Fermilab encourages and considers all qualified applicants for employment without discrimination based on any characteristics protected by law.
REAL-ID Requirement for access to Fermilab Campus
Fermilab requires all members of the public to produce a REAL-ID, or equivalent, to access the Fermilab Campus for interviews or career events. A list of acceptable forms of ID can be found here: https://get-connected.fnal.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/REALID-Documents.pdf. If a candidate is selected for an interview but does not possess any of the equivalent documents, we may schedule a virtual interview.
What To Expect Next:
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