Wright Scholar Research Assistant Program
Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) / WPAFB STEM Outreach
Program overview
High school juniors and seniors with demonstrated STEM interest seeking a competitive, paid, full-time summer research experience.
Eligibility
Must be 16 by June 1, 2027; high school junior or senior; U.S. citizen; GPA of 3.5 or higher confirmed by school officials; demonstrated interest in STEM career fields; able to pass background check; GPA certification included with application. · U.S. citizenship required; not open to Permanent Residents or Green Card holders.
Key details
- Organization
- Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) / WPAFB STEM Outreach
- Type
- Paid summer research internship
- Location
- Wright-Patterson Air Force Base (WPAFB), Ohio
- Format
- in-person
- Eligible grades
- 11th grade, 12th grade
- Application deadline
- January 10, 2027 at 5:00 PM EST
- Compensation
- Stipend available
- Time commitment
- Full-time, 8 weeks (June 7 – July 30, 2027); mandatory attendance during first week and maximum 40 hours absent over 8 weeks.
- Application status
- Application period: November 1, 2026 – January 10, 2027 at 5:00 PM EST
How to apply
Apply on the program's own site. Details here were read from that page and can change — confirm them there before applying.