NSM’s Scholar Enrichment Program (SEP) offers free tutoring to UH students enrolled in the courses listed on the Scholar Enrichment Program Tutor Schedule. Tutoring is available for:

Learn more about the tutoring centers available through the various NSM departments.

• American Chemical Society (ACS) at UH Tutoring Room
• CASA Tutoring Center (Math)
• ConocoPhillips Computer Science Learning Center
• Geosciences Learning Center
• Physics Department Learning Center

Are you interested in doing research as an undergraduate? NSM’s Outside Undergraduate Research Opportunities page lists multiple opportunities outside UH. Opportunities are categorized as in Houston, in Texas and out of state. Here are just a few examples of the 30+ opportunities listed on the page:

• Mickey Leland Environmental Internship Program - Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
• Baylor College of Medicine SMART Program
• NASA DEVELOP National Program
• Department of Energy Science Undergraduate Laboratory Internships
• Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) - Other Universities (comprehensive list of NSF-funded REU programs nationwide)

Additional resources and information about finding research opportunities on campus can be found in NSM’s Undergraduate Research webpages.

Have you ever considered teaching? The teachHOUSTON Program is an NSM Capstone that prepares mathematics and science majors to teach grades 7–12! While in the program, you will receive quality hands-on mentoring via convenient online instruction that will prepare you to be a successful teacher.

Qualifications for Program:

• Classified as a Sophomore, Junior, or Senior
• Received a grade of B or above in Calculus I, and
• Cumulative GPA of 2.5

Your journey begins with the first course, Introduction to STEM Teaching (CUIN 4397). View the teachHOUSTON Course Sequence for an overview about how math and science majors move through the program.

Scholarship Opportunities and Alternative Certification Pathway

• Advancing Cultural and Computational Engagement in STEM Scholars (tH-ACCESS)
• Alternative Certification Pathway for STEM

Key Benefits of Joining teachHOUSTON

• Keep your major in math or science.
• Add a math/science teaching certificate with no added time.
• Meet your capstone requirement.
• Try out teaching with one class (Introduction to STEM Teaching-CUIN 4397).
• Seeking students from racially, ethnically, socially, and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
• Scholarships and paid internships are available.
• Job security and satisfaction.
• Average starting salary for teachers is $58,000.
• MAXIMIZE your potential with teachHOUSTON – College of Natural Science and Mathematics Teacher Prep Program!

Questions or to Schedule an Appointment: Email tHadvising@uh.edu

NSM is offering students a Career Readiness Certification through HireNSM called Pathways.

Pathways is a self-guided, virtual career readiness training program available to all NSM students. First-year and sophomore students are encouraged to begin their Pathways journey as the program is designed to help students develop their career readiness over the course of their time at UH.

Students can access Pathways by going to AccessUH > HireNSM > Resources, top-right tab > Pathways, box in the middle > Module I. The estimated time to complete Module I is under one hour.

Earn Rewards by Turning in Proof of Completion
Upon completion of each module, students will earn rewards by bringing their screen shots or printouts of completed tasks to the Scholar Enrichment Program area in the basement of the M.D. Anderson Library, Room 56 on the first and last Tuesday of each month from 9 – 10 AM and 11 AM – 4 PM. Students who complete all eight modules will receive a Career Readiness Certification.

K-Scholastic is hiring academic tutors to work with K–12 students in the Houston area. This is an in-person position, and applicants must have a personal vehicle.

Details:

• Minimum availability: Two evenings per week
• Starting pay: $30/hour, with increases based on experience
• Location: Various in-person sites in the Houston area

How to Apply:
Email your résumé and a brief statement of interest to reports@kscholastic.com or complete this form.

A major new initiative from the French Embassy in the United States, the Lafayette Fellowship is a prestigious scholarship program launching in August that will support exceptional American undergraduates in pursuing graduate studies in France.

Created to mark 250 years of French-American friendship, the Lafayette Fellowship aims to cultivate the next generation of transatlantic leaders with a deep interest in global challenges.

Each year, the fellowship will fully fund up to 30 American students in STEM, the humanities and social sciences, and the arts for one year of master’s study at top French institutions. In addition to academic study, fellows will benefit from a special leadership development program and access to an international network of peers and mentors.

Applications open in late August 2025 for the 2026–2027 academic year.

I invite you to share this opportunity with your students and relevant faculty.

Learn more and sign up to receive a notification when applications become available.

For further information, feel free to reach out to Florence Botello at lafayettefellowship@villa-albertine.org.

The Department of Energy National Nuclear Security Administration (DOE NNSA) will host an informational webinar for prospective applicants to the Stewardship Science Graduate Fellowship (SSGF) and the Laboratory Residency Graduate Fellowship (LRGF). The session is designed to help students understand both doctoral programs, navigate the application process, and ask questions during a live Q&A.

Webinar Details:
Wednesday, December 10, 1 PM CT
Register here

This one-hour Zoom session will cover program overviews, application guidance, and key differences between the fellowships. A recording will be available on both fellowship websites on or by Dec. 15.

Program Benefits & Comparison Tools:
Participants are encouraged to review the SSGF/LRGF Comparison Matrix to help determine which fellowship best aligns with their academic and research interests.

Additional Resources:

• SSGF: Application details and the current 11×17 fellowship poster
• LRGF: Application details and the current 11×17 fellowship poster
• Both Programs: Annual Stewardship Science publication featuring research by fellows and alumni

Program History & Community:
The DOE NNSA SSGF began in 2006, followed by the LRGF in 2018. Today, 38 fellows represent 18 institutions nationwide, and 108 alumni work across industry, academia, nonprofit organizations, DOE laboratories, and other government agencies in the U.S. and abroad. Each summer, recipients from both programs convene to present research, build collaborations, and explore current challenges and innovations in stewardship science.

Questions?:
Attend the webinar, visit the program websites, or contact fellowship staff via email.

Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) is now accepting applications for its Science Undergraduate Laboratory Internship (SULI) program—offering hands-on research opportunities in a multidisciplinary national lab environment.

Program Opportunities:

• SULI: 16-week full-time internships in fall/spring
• Stipend: $650 per full-time internship week
• Housing and round-trip travel provided for eligible students (50+ miles from BNL)

BNL describes itself as “your scientific home away from home,” giving students the chance to work alongside top researchers on projects addressing real-world challenges across disciplines such as energy and photon sciences, environmental science, biology, nuclear science, quantum information science, computing, and more.

Eligibility:

• Enrolled in a U.S. college or university
• Completed at least one semester
• At least 18 years old by program start
• U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident
• REAL ID or passport required for on-site access

Program Benefits:

• Work directly with laboratory scientists, engineers, and technicians
• Contribute to impactful research projects
• Weekly stipend, housing, and travel support for qualifying students

Program Dates (Summer 2026 at BNL):

• Start: June 1
• End: August 7

Apply by: January 7, 2026, at 5 PM ET

For more information, view the “This is Brookhaven Lab” video. Applications are now open!

The British American Foundation of Texas is a nonprofit that supports young Texans through enabling access to education.

We offer an all expenses paid UK based summer STEM Program for HS Juniors and college scholarships for HS Seniors and college students.

All programs are for low-income students in Texas with great potential.

Applications are open now - please click below for more information and to apply. If you would like us to visit your school or college to present our opportunities, or if you have any questions, please contact us.

More information for STEM and Business majors at 2 or 4 year public colleges in Texas.

May 2026 | 2 Weeks | 3.0 Credit Hours

What is the future of energy? This is your chance to experience the energy transition in action. We are headed to Chile, a global leader in copper and lithium mining and a rising powerhouse in renewable energy, for a two-week study-abroad course.

Learn from industry experts, engage with indigenous perspectives, and gain hands-on insight into the complex balance between energy and the environment. There will be site visits and workshops exploring how innovation, finance, and policy shape sustainable development in real time.

Open to undergraduate students studying engineering, finance, business, natural science, public policy, human resources, construction management, or other energy-related fields.

Apply here: tinyurl.com/2vvtcrhn

The College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics and the Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine have established a new opportunity for students pursuing careers in healthcare.

Through this partnership, graduates of NSM’s Master of Science in Biology with a Graduate Certificate in Biomedical Sciences program who meet specific academic and admissions criteria will receive automatic interview invitations for admission to the Fertitta Family College of Medicine.

Designed to better prepare students for professional degree programs in medicine, dentistry, and allied health fields, the one-year master’s program provides advanced coursework, research and internship experiences, and individualized advising.

For program details and eligibility requirements, visit NSM’s Biomedical Sciences Graduate Program webpage.

The Improving Access to Career and Educational Development (I-ACED) program provides financial, academic, and professional support for students pursuing graduate degrees in engineering and STEM fields. Participants benefit from scholarships, mentorship, and hands-on research opportunities at Jackson State University, Prairie View A&M University, Rice University, Texas Southern University, and the U.S. Army Engineer Research & Development Center (ERDC).

Benefits Include:

• Up to $10,000 in tuition scholarships (limited full awards available at Rice University)
• Career development, mentorship, and peer support
• Internships or research experiences at ERDC or partner institutions
• Paid research rotations and scholar engagement activities
• All-expenses-paid tour of ERDC facilities

Areas of Study:

1. Digital Twinning
2. Biotechnology
3. Sustainability and Resilience

Eligibility:
Applicants must be U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or admitted refugees accepted into a participating graduate program and demonstrate financial need (via FAFSA).

Fall 2025 Info Sessions:

• Nov. 20, 3:30–4 PM CST
• Dec. 18, 3:30–4 PM CST

Register and Apply Now - Applications for Fall 2026 are open through April 15, 2026. Early submission is encouraged.

For questions, contact Lesia Guinn (Program Manager) at lesia.guinn@rice.edu or Dr. Maria Wettergreen (Program Director) at mwettergreen@rice.edu.