Connecting HBCU-MIs
with Army Science and Technology Research Opportunities
The HBCU-MI Research Teaming Opportunities website connects Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) and Minority-serving Institutions (MI) students, alumni, and faculty to the Army’s Science and Technology (S&T) enterprise, facilitating research teaming and innovation in support of Army modernization and ultimately, the Soldier.
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Army HBCU/MI SPARK
Summer Internship
The Army HBCU-MI Student Program for Army Research and Knowledge (SPARK) allows U.S. graduate and undergraduate students in STEM fields to conduct research at an Army facility. During the summer, students will engage in Army mission-related research projects, including data analysis and systems modeling, under the guidance of government scientists and engineers.
Faculty Immersion Program
Applications Are Now Being Accepted
The Army HBCU-MI Faculty Immersion Program is a two-year initiative that aims to enhance research capabilities and foster collaboration with the DoD by involving junior faculty currently performing research in Modernization Priority Areas in a structured, three-phase initiative. The program seeks to direct resources focusing on areas such as Environmental Science, Synthetic Biology, and Autonomy.
STEM Foundations 2025
STEM Foundations is a four-week virtual program in July 2025 for high school students. It prepares them for STEM careers by focusing on essential professional skills. Successful participants will earn a $200 educational stipend. The program is funded by the U.S. Army.
Activate Fellowship 2026
The Path to Science Entrepreneurship
Are you interested in becoming a science entrepreneur? Join staff from the Activate Recruitment team on July 23, 2025 from 2-3 pm ET to learn more about this fellowship program that can help you start your entrepreneurial journey. RSVP here: https://lu.ma/2mlrk3t1. Learn more here.
A Guide to Proposal Writing
August 27, 2025 | 1:00-2:00 pm EDT
This webinar will highlight the understanding of Army requirements, manage costs, and communicate technical information effectively of proposal writing, structuring proposals effectively, and using persuasive language. By following the guidance in this guide, Army proposal writers and their Sponsored Program offices can significantly improve their chances of winning contracts.
Research Teaming Opportunities
The Army is committed to strengthening its partnerships with HBCU-MIs and ensuring that their students, alumni, and faculty are seamlessly connected to Army S&T Research initiatives. The Research Teaming Opportunities page provides a comprehensive listing of opportunities for anyone interested in working with the Army’s S&T Enterprise. Whether you’re in high-school, working towards an undergraduate or advanced degree, have recently graduated, or are somewhere in between – there is an opportunity for you. Review the Army S&T opportunities available to you and take the next steps to connect today!
Contact Us
Need more information on the Army’s various research opportunities and centers? Didn’t find the opportunity you were looking for? Reach out to Army S&T by filling out the Contact Us form below. We can’t wait to hear from you!
