The Stanford University Summer Internship is a fully funded opportunity for undergraduate students to engage in practical activities to consolidate their theoretical knowledge.

The Stanford University Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship provides students with housing, a meal plan, a travel stipend, and a $5,500 stipend upon completion of the program.

In this post, we will discuss the details of the program, its eligibility criteria, benefits, and step-by-step guide to submitting a successful application.

Eligibility Requirements

To be considered for the Stanford University Summer Undergraduate Research FellowshipES, you must meet the criteria below:

  • Be at least 18 years old.
  • Be currently enrolled full-time in an accredited public or private college or university in the United States or its territories, as recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. 
  • If the applicant is an international student enrolled full-time in a college or university within the United States & in possession of a valid F-1 Visa, they must be first generation (first in their family to attend university in pursuit of a bachelor’s degree). 
  • Stanford also accept applications from first-generation and/or low socioeconomic status international students who are enrolled full-time in public or private colleges or universities outside of the United States.  
  • Be in good academic standing with a GPA of 3.0 or better. 
  • Demonstrate a committed interest in pursuing graduate study toward a PhD in an engineering field. If you plan on pursuing an MD, JD, MBA, or other non-research-focused advanced degree, this is not the right program for you.
  • Have completed at least two semesters/three quarters (or equivalent) and have at least one full semester/quarter remaining of their undergraduate education at the end of the summer program. Priority given to rising juniors (3rd years) and seniors (4th years).
  • Master’s students are not eligible. 
  • Be fully available to live on Stanford’s campus for the entirety of the program, June 21-August 16.

Benefits

The Stanford University SURF Internship provides students with;

  • housing,
  • a meal plan,
  • a travel stipend, and
  • a $5,500 stipend upon completion of the program.

Additionally, Student engagement in research increases

  • the retention of students in scientific research,
  • student interest in graduate school, and;
  • student interest in STEM careers.

Required Documents

To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents;

  • Complete Application Form
  • Academic Transcripts
  • CV
  • Personal statement describing the following:
    • Your academic and research background.
    • Your future academic and professional goals, and how research training will contribute to the achievement of the stated goals. 
  • Two Letters of Recommendation

Method of Application

Click Here to Apply

Application Deadline: February 1, 2025.