Event
Federal Research Fellowships: NRC RAP and AF STFP Info Session
Thursday, April 16, 2026
5:00 p.m.
1108 Glenn L. Martin Hall
Engineering Career Services
301 405 3863
careerengr@umd.edu
https://www.nationalacademies.org/units/NRCEO-OFELL-25-P-711#work-with-us
Join the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to learn about two prestigious federal research fellowship programs open to postdoctoral and senior researchers with a Ph.D., Sc.D., M.D., or D.V.M. (or near completion).
The NRC Research Associateship Programs (NRC RAP) and the Air Force Science & Technology Fellowship Program (AF STFP) support independent, mission-driven research at federal laboratories and agencies nationwide. With more than 1,500 active Research Opportunities, fellows contribute to high-impact work across engineering, physical sciences, life sciences, mathematics, data science, and related disciplines.
A representative from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), one of NRC RAP’s participating sponsor agencies, will share an overview of the agency, highlight transportation-focused research priorities, and discuss the role of research associates within their organization.
Program Benefits
- Competitive stipend
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Relocation assistance (for eligible awardees)
- Professional travel allowance
Seeking:
- Doctoral students
- Aerospace, Bioengineering/Biocomputational, Chemical, Civil & Environmental, Computer, Electrical, Fire Protection, Materials, Mechanical, Reliability (grad), Systems (grad), Telecommunications (grad) engineering majors
- US Citizens, Permanent Residents, & F-1 Visa Holders invited!
