Fellowships
"The NGFP program is a great stepping stone for
anyone interested in the nonproliferation field."
—Stephanie Clarke, NGFP alumnus
The 12-month fellowship includes
- A week of orientation and training at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory in Richland, Washington
- Federal orientation and training at NNSA Headquarters in Washington, D.C.
- Placements working in NNSA Defense Nuclear Nonproliferation program offices, typically in Washington, D.C.
- Job-specific training and career development events, including opportunities for additional DOE-sponsored training at U.S. national laboratories and other government agencies and exceptional networking opportunities for future career positions.
Each NGFP Fellow is assigned to a specific NNSA program office. Working with their supervisors and mentors, NGFP Fellows assist with programs that involve
- Securing nuclear materials, nuclear weapons, and radiological materials at potentially vulnerable sites worldwide
- Countering nuclear terrorism and trafficking
- Strengthening international nonproliferation and export control regimes
- Conducting nonproliferation and national security research and development.
Examples of Day-to-Day Activities
Depending on the appointment and the Fellow’s background, he or she might be responsible for activities such as
- Briefing NNSA and other government officials on program activities and progress
- Contributing technical and policy expertise for NNSA programs and projects in the U.S. and partner countries
- Aiding the development of strategies for treaty negotiations and other international agreements
- Conducting research on specific nonproliferation topics and presenting it at technical and professional conferences
- Participating in career development opportunities such as training, informational interviews, and roundtables with professionals in the field.
Fellows may travel extensively, nationally and internationally, as they carry out their assigned responsibilities.
Salary and Benefits
- Annual salary: $49,000 ($59,000 for post-doctoral Fellows)
- Signing bonus: $3,000
- Benefits: health and dental plans, paid vacation, and paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement (criteria apply)