Fellowship Deadline Approaching: Apply to Join the DOE Solar Office

Author: SETO Staff Published; 6/7/2025 Solar Energy Technologies Office

U.S. Department of Energy Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy | Solar Energy Technologies Office

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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Solar Energy Technologies Office (SETO) is seeking qualified candidates for the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) Science and Technology Fellowship.

This is a paid, full-time opportunity to learn about the federal government and its role in advancing renewable energy. Fellows will play an integral role in designing and implementing national research and development strategies and programs to make solar energy more affordable and reliable.

SETO is seeking fellows with expertise in the following areas:

Photovoltaic technologies
Concentrating solar-thermal power technologies
Grid systems integration technologies
Solar siting, permitting, interconnection, and market analysis
Manufacturing and technology transfer
Energy access and environmental justice
Solar project development and financing
Solar installation experience, workforce development, and training
State and local government programs and policy
Communications, graphic design, and stakeholder engagement

Apply for the ORISE fellowship by January 15, download the informational flyer, and email DOE-RPP@orise.orau.gov with any questions.

Learn more about this and other SETO fellowships and check out our video on the fellowship experience.

Hear from current and former fellows about their SETO ORISE Fellowship experience.

SETO accelerates the advancement and deployment of solar technology in support of an equitable transition to a decarbonized economy. Learn more about the office’s work at our events and webinars.