Gap Year Options: Fellowships & Residencies in Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math

Fellowships and Residencies provide structured opportunities to develop specific skills, whether in research, science, technology, math, public service, or other fields. These programs often offer mentorship and hands-on experience, helping students gain clarity on their future career paths.

Activate Fellowship: 2 year program that provides early stage science and entrepreneurs with finding, technical resources, and mentorship to bring their research and ideas to market. 

Pathways to Science: Education and career training opportunities in STEM.

National Science Foundation: NSF funds a large number of research opportunities for undergraduate students through its REU Sites program. An REU Site consists of a group of ten or so undergraduates who work in the research programs of the host institution.

Mickey Leland Energy Fellowship Program: The MLEF Program, sponsored by the Office of Fossil Energy (FE), U.S. Department of Energy allows students to apply their academic achievements to actual research while gaining hands-on experience.

GEM Fellowship Program: The GEM Fellowship was designed to focus on promoting opportunities for individuals to enter industry at the graduate level in areas such as research and development, product development, and other high level technical careers.

Blueprint Schools Fellowship: Fellows support the academic and personal growth of their students by leading small group math tutoring and goal setting sessions. Fellows use data to track performance and improve math instruction

Tech Jobs for Good: For those looking to make an impact in the world with tech experience and knowledge, this job search site allows you to search by Job type, location and impact area.