2027 Application - Gas Turbine Industrial Fellowship Program

2027 Application - Gas Turbine Industrial Fellowship Program

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Program Description

The University Turbine Systems Research (UTSR) Gas Turbine Industrial Fellowship (GTIF) program is performing cutting edge research for the next generation of industrial gas turbines to enhance U.S. energy security and provide a cleaner environment. The GTIF Program is a key part of the UTSR effort. The GTIF provides undergraduate and graduate-level science and engineering students with the opportunity to conduct research, engineering, and design projects at leading gas turbine industry sponsors (listed below).

Under the guidance of industry experts, selected students will complete a 10- to 12-week summer project in a variety of areas, including Heat Transfer, Aerodynamics, Combustion, Thermodynamics, Advanced materials and coatings, Design, Manufacturing, Test and evaluation. Students will prepare a final report and presentation on their project for distribution to the industry sponsors and posting on the UTSR website. GTIF provides distinct benefits for anyone considering employment in the gas turbine industry or a related field. Visit our website for more information: https://www2.swri.org/www2/utsr.

2027Industry Sponsors and Fellowship Locations

GTI Energy - Des Plaines, IL

GE Vernova Company - Schenectady, NY and Greenville, SC

Siemens Energy - Orlando, FL

Solar Turbines - San Diego, CA

Southwest Research Institute - San Antonio, TX

Eligibility

The GTIF program is open to graduate and undergraduate engineering and science students with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Undergraduates must have completed their junior year by June 2027.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent resident aliens and must be able to provide proof of citizenship or alien status with their application.

Stipends

Undergraduate Fellows are paid a stipend of U.S. $12,500, and Graduate Fellows are paid a stipend of U.S. $14,500 to cover their living expenses and all expenses associated with the work at host companies. This stipend includes a one-time travel allowance for travel to and from the host site and an additional housing stipend. This stipend is paid in two equal installments. The first half will be provided to the Fellows after submitting all Fellowship paperwork and host company paperwork prior to the beginning of their work term at the host company, the second half at the approximate mid-point of the fellowships. Beyond this amount, fellows who will be invited to the UTSR Project Review Meeting will be reimbursed for reasonable travel expenses upon approval of the fellowship.

Application Requirements

Complete this Online Application.

Applicants must be able to confirm the following:

☐ I am a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (green card holder).
☐ I am able to provide proof of eligibility (e.g., Social Security card, birth certificate, or passport).
☐ I am currently a college senior or graduate student.
☐ I have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
☐ I meet all DOE eligibility criteria outlined above.

An Official transcript must be sent directly from your University by December 15,2026.

Send to:

Veronica Encino - Bldg. 77
Southwest Research Institute
9503 W. Commerce St., Bldg. 77
San Antonio, Texas 78227

Please note that the address must contain "Veronica Encino - Bldg. 77" Southwest Research Institute is a large campus and without this information, your transcript will remain unclaimed.

Electronic transcripts will be accepted, they must be emailed directly to veronica.encino@swri.org. Forwarded copies will not be accepted.

Selection Criteria

Selections will be made on a competitive basis. Applicant selection will be based on academic record, aptitude, and interest in the field of gas turbines or related technologies and the references provided. The student's research interests, and host company's requirements will also be considered when matching students with host companies. Selection will not consider Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Disabled, or Veteran status.

At this time, 8 fellowship opportunities are anticipated for 2027. To increase the likelihood of your selection, you should indicate the maximum possible flexibility in the sponsoring companies that you are willing to work for on your application. The actual number of fellowships awarded is at the sole discretion of Southwest Research Institute, and all decisions are final.

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