Federal Research Fellowships: NRC RAP and AF STFP Info Session

Thursday, April 16, 2026
5:00 p.m.
1108 Glenn L. Martin Hall
Engineering Career Services
301 405 3863
careerengr@umd.edu
https://www.nationalacademies.org/units/NRCEO-OFELL-25-P-711#work-with-us

Join the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to learn about two prestigious federal research fellowship programs open to postdoctoral and senior researchers with a Ph.D., Sc.D., M.D., or D.V.M. (or near completion).

The NRC Research Associateship Programs (NRC RAP) and the Air Force Science & Technology Fellowship Program (AF STFP) support independent, mission-driven research at federal laboratories and agencies nationwide. With more than 1,500 active Research Opportunities, fellows contribute to high-impact work across engineering, physical sciences, life sciences, mathematics, data science, and related disciplines.

A representative from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), one of NRC RAP’s participating sponsor agencies, will share an overview of the agency, highlight transportation-focused research priorities, and discuss the role of research associates within their organization.

Program Benefits

• Competitive stipend
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Relocation assistance (for eligible awardees)
• Professional travel allowance

Seeking:

• Doctoral students
• Aerospace, Bioengineering/Biocomputational, Chemical, Civil & Environmental, Computer, Electrical, Fire Protection, Materials, Mechanical, Reliability (grad), Systems (grad), Telecommunications (grad) engineering majors
• US Citizens, Permanent Residents, & F-1 Visa Holders invited!