U.S. Office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy (EERE) - Student Experience Program

These opportunities help students develop skills needed in today's workforce while learning about DOE's exciting mission. Students must be enrolled not less than half-time in a trade school, technical or vocational institute, college or university, or other accredited educational institution. To be placed within DOE, students must receive a stipend from the educational institution. Students will not receive a salary from DOE for participating in this program.  

Currently, we have a partnership with the University of Chicago, University of Maryland, and the University of Virginia. If you are an accredited education institution that pays a stipend and would like to partner with DOE, please contact the Student Experience Program.

Experiential   Opportunities

The Department works to tailor each student’s experience to their interests and skills. DOE offers opportunities that may include, but are not limited to, the following careers:

• Communication
• Cybersecurity
• Human Resources Management
• Information Technology
• Law
• Policy
• Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
• Public Affairs
• Personnel Security
• Safety & Occupational Health

Program Duration

This program is offered year-round. The assignment may be performed during the school year and/or during summer or school vacation periods, with proof of enrollment. The nature of your assignment, as well as your weekly work schedule, will be part of your student experience agreement. Assignments typically last 8 to 16 weeks.