2027 Application open now!

ANCHOR Fellowships are open to U.S. citizen undergraduate engineering students in their sophomore through senior years. The Fellowship is a paid summer opportunity for students to gain experience in research labs.

Overview

• The URI program runs from May 24 to July 30 during summer 2027.
• Fellows will work 30 hours per week while receiving a stipend of $6500.
• On-campus housing and food are provided.
• Up to $500 provided for travel assistance.

Why become an ANCHOR Fellow ?

• Gain hands on experience in your field of study!
• Learn how to conduct cutting edge Naval science research!
• Take field trips to Electric Boat facilities, submarine tours and more!
• Career development opportunities!
• Take a look at some past ANCHOR SURF experiences!

Who is Eligible to Apply?

To participate in this program, students must:

• Be U.S. citizens
• Pass a background check
• Complete mandatory training
• Be rising sophomore, junior, or senior undergraduates

Fellows will be matched with a faculty member to work on naval-related research. See the below research topics graphic for an idea of what you might research. Successful candidates must be in good academic standing and should possess a strong interest in naval sciences and research.