How to Apply & the Application Process

  • Search Opportunities, to identify Laboratories and Advisors that match your research interests and abilities.
  • You MUST contact the Adviser(s) to ensure interest and funding availability.
  • Complete the application starting with the registration page. After completing the initial registration page, your information will be retained and you may return to complete additional parts of the application at any time up until the close date for the current review. Online Application
  • Submit hard-copies of Support Documents (current student issued transcripts if applicable and reference reports), directly to the Associateship Programs Office at the address below. Applicants are responsible for the submission of these documents and we highly recommend Express Delivery.
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    Review Criteria,  Search Opportunities,   Participating Agencies,

    General Application Information and Support Document Forms,
    Methane Hydrate Application Information and Support Document Forms,
    Master’s Level Application Information and Support Document Forms

    Application Instructions,  Application Example,  Support Document Information,  Online Application

    Highly Recommended - Express Delivery:

    Research Associateship Programs
    National Research Council
    500 Fifth Street, NW (Keck 568)
    Washington, DC 20001

    (202) 334-2760

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