STEM Undergraduate Research Internship

Interested in pursuing a career in STEM? Want to take the next step in STEM education? As an AEOP intern, you can gain first-hand exposure to the cutting-edge research that’s happening in top university labs and U.S. Army Research Laboratories and Centers. These paid opportunities will give you a competitive advantage when applying for future career or education opportunities. Work with the mentorship of a professional scientist or engineer, learn about paths in your STEM field of interest, and develop the tools you need to achieve your  STEM goals!

Internships take place onsite unless otherwise noted. AEOP Internships are designed for commuters. Transportation, meals, and housing are not provided. It is important to keep this in mind when selecting locations in the application. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements, complete the AEOP Internships application, and submit letters of recommendation by the due date in order to be considered for an internships. Request for recommendations will be sent through application system. Requirements for location is indicated in the application.

All interns earn an educational stipend in recognition of their participation. The stipend amount varies by internship location and program duration. If selected for the internship, information about the stipend will be provided in the award letter.

DEVCOM – Chemical Biological Center – Aberdeen Proving Ground: The U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Chemical Biological Center (Chemical Biological Center) is the primary Department of Defense technical organization for non-medical chemical and biological defense. DEVCOM Chemical Biological Center (CBC) has a unique role in technology development that cannot be duplicated by private industry or research universities. It fosters research, development, testing, and application of technologies for protecting warfighters, first responders, and the nation from chemical and biological warfare agents. DEVCOM Chemical Biological Center is currently developing better ways to remotely detect these chemical and biological materials – before the warfighter or first responder ever enters the threat zone. DEVCOM Chemical Biological Center is also developing a new generation of technologies to counter everything from homemade explosives to biological aerosols to traditional and non-traditional chemical hazards.