ARPA-E Fellows Program

Funding: Competitive federal salary as a full-time federal employee, with full benefits (not a stipend). Who can apply: US citizens with a PhD (or equivalent terminal degree) in science or engineering earned within the last 5 years, or expecting to complete a PhD within the next year; postdoc/early-career level. Length: 2 years, based at ARPA-E headquarters in Washington, D.C. Budget for professional development and travel; direct involvement in shaping new energy technology programs, including grid-related whitespace research. Field: Energy technology innovation, including grid and power systems R&D. Deadline: Rolling / not specified, applications reviewed on a rolling basis; check energy.gov/ARPA-E listings for open postings.