Science and Engineering Apprenticeship Program (SEAP, Office of Naval Research)

Research & internship · Office of Naval Research

SEAP places academically strong high school students in an eight-week summer apprenticeship at one of more than 25 Navy and Department of Defense laboratories around the country, working one-on-one with a scientist or engineer mentor. First-year apprentices are paid $4,000 and returning apprentices $4,500; students cover their own transportation to the lab site. Selection is based on grades, STEM coursework, standardized test scores, recommendations, and a personal statement, and some labs may require the ability to obtain a security clearance. The online application for the Summer 2027 program is expected to open in September 2026.

Who can apply

GradesGrades 10–12

Min GPA—

ScopeNational

StatesAll states

FieldsEngineering · Physics · Computer Science · Mathematics · Biology

EligibilityU.S. citizens only.

Logistics

Cost to youFree; $4,000-$4,500 stipend

Financial aidNot listed

StipendPaid

FormatVaries

Length8 weeks, summer

Where25+ Navy/DoD laboratories nationwide

Applying

OpensOpens September 2026

DueApplications due November 30, 2026 (Summer 2027 internships)

You submitApplication with grades, coursework, test scores, teacher recommendations, personal statement

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