CHIPS R&D Science and Technology Fellowship Program 2025-NIST-CHIPS-STFP-01

Department Of Commerce, National Institute Of Standards And Technology

The overall goal of the award is to advance the Nationโ€™s position as a global leader in the semiconductor industry and other critical and emerging technologies. To achieve this goal, the award recipient shall establish and manage a CHIPS R&D Science and Technology Fellowship Program that cultivates the next generation of scientific and technical leaders who will contribute to U.S. competitiveness and economic resilience. The program will consist of two cohorts โ€“ one for Federal fiscal year (F

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Helps scientists and engineers gain experience in semiconductor technology and related fields. They receive fellowships to work on projects that support U.S. innovation and job creation.

Quick Facts

Funding
$3,750,000 - $3,750,000
Deadline
Rolling
Status
Rolling Intake
Category
Research & Innovation Partnerships
Organization
Department Of Commerce, National Institute Of Standards And Technology

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What Is This Program?

The CHIPS R&D Office (CRDO) is seeking applications from eligible applicants for activities to establish and manage a CHIPS R&D Science and Technology Fellowship Program. This fellowship program is intended to fund fellowships for highly qualified scientists and engineers from a broad range of disciplines, including but not limited to advanced microelectronics, artificial intelligence (AI), quantum technology, biotechnology, and biomanufacturing research and development, commercialization of innovation, and/or standards development. The fellowship program will train and develop scientists and engineers who will help to accelerate the development of a robust domestic semiconductor supply chain, foster collaboration between the semiconductor industry, academia, and government, and drive the creation of jobs in communities across the country. Fellows will gain hands-on experience applying scientific and policy expertise to work within the federal government, diversifying the potential career paths of the fellows and ensuring science and technology expertise is integrated in policy and decision making, advancing and accelerating U.S. competitiveness in critical and emerging technologies.

What Benefits Are Offered?

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๐Ÿ“Steps to Apply
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๐ŸŒApplication Portal
https://www.grants.gov
๐Ÿ“คSubmission Method
online
๐Ÿ”„Intake Type
fixed-deadline

๐Ÿ“„What Documents Are Required?

โœ…Required Documents
  • SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
  • SF-424A (Budget Information - Non-Construction)
  • SF-424B (Assurances)
  • Project Narrative
  • Budget Narrative
๐Ÿ“ŽOptional Documents
  • indirect cost rate agreement
  • IRB approval letter
  • environmental review
๐Ÿ“Format Requirements
PDF only, max 10MB
๐Ÿ“ฅTemplates Available
โœ‰๏ธSupporting Letters
Letters of support/reference are recommended but not mandatory.

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๐Ÿ’ฐWhat Expenses Are Eligible?

๐ŸคIs Matching Funding Required?

๐Ÿ“ŠWhat Are the Reporting Requirements?

๐Ÿ—“๏ธReporting Frequency
annual
๐Ÿ“‘Reporting Requirements
  • SF-425 Federal Financial Report
  • performance progress report
๐Ÿ”Audit Requirements
OMB Uniform Guidance Single Audit if the recipient expends $750,000 or more in federal awards.
๐Ÿ“ขBranding Requirements
Acknowledgment of federal funding is required.
๐Ÿ—„๏ธRecord Retention Period
3 years post-final-report

How Do I Apply?

rebecca.rouston@chips.gov
240-2242867

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