Graduate Research Internship Program (GRIP)

The Graduate Research Internship Program (GRIP) enhances a graduate students research skills by pairing the student with a Brookhaven National Laboratory scientist to conduct research on a mutually agreed-upon project. This opportunity may lead to scientific publications and may support a graduate thesis or dissertation.
Program Overview
The GRIP program provides students with an authentic research opportunity that includes:
- Spending up to three months with an assigned Brookhaven Lab researcher with the option to continue the project during subsequent semesters
- Conducting research on scheduled days to avoid conflicts with course work at the home institution
- Funding for this program will be provided by a graduate student home institution
- Housing in a single occupancy dorm room and on-site transportation
Student Deliverables
- Research paper
- Scientific poster for presentation
- Presentation to peers
- Final experience report
Eligibility Criteria
- Currently enrolled in an accredited Masters or PhD program in a related research field at any U.S. accredited college or university
- At least 18 years of age
- Minimum GPA of 3.5
- Must be available for the entire program that runs from June to August
- U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (green card holder) of the U.S.
- Active health insurance for the duration of the program
Application Requirements
Contact Ken White via email at kwwhite@bnl.gov.