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University Training and Research (UTR) Program is sponsored by U.S. Department of Energy, Hydrocarbons and Geothermal Energy Office (HGEO). The UTR Program supports early-stage research at U. S.
colleges and universities that advances the HGEO mission of unleashing the full potential of America's hydrocarbon and geothermal resources to provide affordable, reliable, and secure energy.
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HGEO Workforce Programs | Department of Energy 2025 Mickey Leland Energy Fellowship Program Fellows The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Hydrocarbons and Geothermal Energy Office (HGEO) is expanding America’s skilled energy workforce by investing in hands-on training, education, research opportunities, and academic-industry partnerships.
These programs strengthen regional energy economies, build workforce pipelines, and prepare students and early-career professionals to support the nation’s hydrocarbon—including coal, oil, and natural gas—and geothermal industries. Click on the drop down next to each opportunity to find out more.
Internship and Fellowship Opportunities Mickey Leland Energy Fellowship The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Mickey Leland Energy Fellowship Program is a 10-week summer research internship for undergraduate and graduate students in STEM majors. Participants complete a cutting-edge research project at one of the Department’s National Laboratories or DOE Headquarters in support of the Department’s mission.
Undergraduate students: $7,500 for 10-weeks Master’s students: $8,500 for 10-weeks Travel and housing assistance is available to eligible participants. Visit Mickey Leland Energy Fellowship Program page.
Science, Technology, and Policy (STP) Program The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Science, Technology, and Policy (STP) Program provides an opportunity for students, postgraduates, and faculty to engage in programs, projects, and activities that align with the DOE's mission. Program participants will: Gain insight into the federal government's role in creating and implementing policies that will impact energy technology development.
Contribute to the implementation of energy policies by utilizing scientific and technical expertise to address key issues relevant to the DOE. Continue their education and involvement in areas that support the DOE mission. Program is open to current students, recent graduates and faculty.
Visit https://www. zintellect. com/Opportunity/Details/DOE-STP-GEN-2026 for more information and full eligibility requirements.
The DOE Scholars Program is your chance to connect with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and explore exciting career opportunities in science, technology, research, and policy. Whether you're an undergraduate, graduate student, or a recent grad, this program is designed to help you build your skills, gain hands-on experience, and prepare for impactful careers that support the DOE’s mission and operations. Visit https://orise.
orau. gov/doescholars/ for more information and full eligibility requirements. Grant Programs and Planning Initiatives Graduate students design their own internships in the geothermal industry and acquire core professional competencies and skills.
Graduate students work with companies, DOE National Laboratories, or other government agencies The National Science Foundation (NSF) accepts applications on a rolling basis; applicants must be funded on an existing NSF grant to qualify 37 students from 27 U.S. institutions have participated to date To be eligible, graduate students must have completed at least one academic year in their graduate program (master's or doctoral) and be making satisfactory progress towards the completion of their degrees.
NSF considers supplemental funding requests for up to an additional six months of graduate student support to provide non-academic training. INTERN supplements also provide up to $55,000 to support travel, tuition and fees, health insurance, additional stipend, and other costs. https://www.
energy. gov/hgeo/geothermal/nsf-intern-program Geothermal Energy from Oil and Gas Demonstrated Engineering The Geothermal Energy from Oil and Gas Demonstrated Engineering (GEODE) initiative leverages the extensive knowledge, technology, skill, and experience of the oil and gas sector to help expand the deployment of geothermal energy.
Assesses and creates a roadmap to overcome knowledge gaps in geothermal energy, based on best practices used within the oil and gas industry Addresses four interrelated focus areas, including workforce adoption Includes several workforce-relevant activities, including a workforce development stakeholder survey, an internship program, a weekend-long “Student Days” workshop, and a Geothermal Innovation Summit DOE expects GEODE will be a multi-year effort, including competitive solicitations totaling up to $155 million for research activities, pending appropriations.
https://www. energy.
gov/hgeo/geothermal/geothermal-energy-oil-and-gas-demonstrated-engineering University Training and Research Program The University Training and Research (UTR) program supports early-stage research at U.S. colleges and universities that advances the Hydrocarbons and Geothermal Energy Office (HGEO) mission of unleashing the full potential of America’s hydrocarbon and geothermal resources to provide affordable, reliable, and secure energy.
By investing in the education and training of America’s future energy workforce, this program highlights the key role technology plays in addressing America’s energy challenges, promotes the development of innovative and disruptive technologies, and reinforces workforce development as a part of our nation’s continued economic prosperity.
The core mission of the UTR program is threefold, focusing on students, educational institutions, and U.S. Department of Energy research priorities: Announcement Estimated Total Federal Funding University Training and Research $10. 75 Million Partnerships for Academic-Industry Career Training (PACT) $11.
3 Million FOR MORE INFORMATION America’s Hydrocarbon and Geothermal workforce Highlights of UTR student participants An interactive map of active and previous UTR projects Other Student Opportunities Geothermal Collegiate Competition A competition that invites collegiate teams to develop real-world geothermal solutions while competing for cash prizes.
Funded by DOE for 10+ years; provides opportunities to engage with industry professionals and local communities Builds understanding of how geothermal resources can provide affordable, reliable energy nationwide Competition topics vary (e.g., geothermal system design, data visualization, geospatial mapping, geothermal infographics) https://www. energy.
gov/hgeo/geothermal/geothermal-collegiate-competition Fact Sheet: Partnerships for Academic-Industry Career Training (PACT) Initiative Fact Sheet: HGEO Workforce Development Opportunities Light Text on a Dark Overlay (Default) The U.S. Department of Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Return to HGEO Careers page
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: U. S. colleges and universities, including Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Minority Serving Institutions (HBCU-MSI). Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $250,000 to $1,500,000 (typically). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
University Training and Research (UTR) Program is funded by U.S. Department of Energy, Hydrocarbons and Geothermal Energy Office (HGEO). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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Improved Oil and Gas Recovery and Produced Water Management Technologies (DE-FOA-0003627) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Energy, Hydrocarbons and Geothermal Energy Office (HGEO). This is a funding opportunity for improved oil and gas recovery and produced water management technologies. The specific details beyond the title and amount are not provided in the search results but it falls under the purview of HGEO's mission to advance hydrocarbon resources.
Advancing Oil and Natural Gas Production and Delivery (DE-FOA-0003634) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Energy, Hydrocarbons and Geothermal Energy Office (HGEO). This funding opportunity supports cost-shared research, development, and deployment projects to strengthen domestic oil and natural gas production, improve the efficiency and reliability of critical energy infrastructure, and convert underutilized resources into valuable products. It focuses on technologies that maximize the productivity of existing infrastructure, expand the capacity and performance of energy delivery systems, and strengthen the resilience of America's oil and natural gas supply chain.
The Hydrocarbons and Geothermal Energy Office's University Training and Research program funds coal, oil and gas, and geothermal R&D at U.S. colleges and universities — but every proposal must include a non-academic partner and must build training modules that outlive the award. The LOI deadline is October 1, 2026, with full applications 15 days later. Here is what that compressed window means and why the workforce framing changes what a competitive proposal looks like.
Read articleOn September 21, 2026 DOE selected 21 projects under DE-FOA-0003472 — five EGS field tests and 16 exploration wells — for up to $99 million of a $171.5 million authorization. The solicitation is structured to reopen for up to 72 months on roughly annual cycles. Here is how to position for the next one.
Read articleDOE just committed $171.5M for next-gen geothermal field tests and $30M for superhot rock drilling through ARPA-E. With eight bipartisan permitting bills advancing and solar/wind credits being phased out, geothermal has become the administration's preferred clean energy bet.
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