The Northwest Native American Center of Excellence (NNACoE) at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) works to sustainably address the health care needs of all people by increasing the number of American Indians and Alaska Natives (AI/ANs) in the health professions workforce. We accomplish this through a continuum of health professions initiatives from high school through early faculty level. NNACoE is Native-led, and grounded in Indigenous values that strengthen our programmatic approaches to recruit, train, and retain future AI/AN healthcare leaders.
Opportunities: Training, Other Opportunities (specify below)
Pathway Programs, Summer Health Experiences
Opportunities in Canada: No
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Northwestern University is a community of learners situated within a network of historical and contemporary relationships with Native American tribes, communities, parents, students, and alumni. Located on a lakeside campus three miles north of Chicago, one of the world’s most dynamic cities, Native American & Indigenous initiatives aim to create spaces where Indigenous people are heard, their identities are honored, and they can be successful members of Northwestern and good tribal and community citizens. Highlights include the Center for Native American and Indigenous Research (CNAIR), a minor in Native American and Indigenous Studies, and staff to support campus-wide advocacy, community engagement, student support, and recruitment.
With 8,000 undergraduates, Northwestern prioritizes teaching with a 6:1 student-faculty ratio, 80% of classes under twenty students, and 100% of demonstrated financial need met with loan-free aid. Nine of our schools offer programs for undergraduates and 10 offer graduate and professional programs.
Opportunities: College Admissions, Graduate School Admissions, Research, Grants/Funding
Opportunities in Canada: No
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The NSF National Geophysical Facility (NGF) operated by EarthScope Consortium supports research in the geosciences using geophysical tools. Funded in 2025, it provides instrumentation, data access, and educational resources for researchers, local governments, educators, and students, among other users. The NSF NGF seeks to sustain and grow the geophysics community with support for students and early career researchers including classroom resources, internship programs, and technical training, as well as outreach to communicate the value of geophysics and the Earth sciences to a broader audience. The NSF NGF offers three paid summer internship programs for students at multiple stages of their academic and career journeys. The Geo-Launchpad, RESESS, and Student Career internship programs offer experiences ranging from research skill development and scientific research to real-world professional work, along with mentorship, professional development, and connections to a broad geoscience community.
Opportunities: Employment, Internships, K-12 Opportunities, Research, Grants/Funding, Training, Other Opportunities (specify below)
Data services
Opportunities in Canada: No
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NV5 is a leading provider of tech-enabled engineering, testing, inspection, and consulting solutions for the built environment. We specialize in engineering design, asset management, and geospatial data analytics to support infrastructure resilience and building systems performance throughout the entire asset lifecycle.
With more than 100 offices nationwide and abroad, NV5 assists clients with planning, designing, building, testing, certifying, and operating infrastructure assets that improve the communities where we live and work.
Opportunities: Employment, Internships
Opportunities in Canada: Yes
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New York University, the largest private, non-profit academic institution in the U.S., encompasses a vast network of 18 schools, which gives students unlimited global access to three NYU portal campuses and 11 global academic centers. Located in New York City's Brooklyn Tech Triangle, NYU Tandon School of Engineering is a major player in New York's ongoing tech renaissance, where students can connect to thousands of creative and leading organizations in this epicenter of business and technology.
Graduate programs are in the fields of mechanical, civil, urban, industrial, electrical, computer, chemical, biomedical and financial engineering alongside programs in computer science, management of technology, cybersecurity, and integrated digital media.
Our primary focus remains to produce highly prepared and desirable graduates, which has led us to be one of the top ranked schools in the nation with regards to graduate employability, salary potential, and return on investment.
Opportunities: Graduate School Admissions, *The Top 200 Colleges for Indigenous Students
Opportunities in Canada: No
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ORISE connects students, graduates, and postdocs to stipend-supported STEM internships, fellowships, and postdocs at top facilities supporting DOE and 25+ federal agencies. Build hands-on experience, grow professionally, and expand your network in a supportive, exclusive community. Learn more at https://orise.orau.gov/internships-fellowships/connect.html or email ExperienceORISE@orau.org.
Opportunities: Internships, Scholarships, Research
Opportunities in Canada: No
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DEQ is committed to advancing environmental protection and justice for all communities and ecosystems in Oregon, now and for future generations.
Opportunities: K-12 Opportunities, Grants/Funding, Other Opportunities (specify below)
Learn about what DEQ is doing to protect Oregon's Air Land and Water
Opportunities in Canada: No
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At Oregon Health and Science University, we are thousands of scientists, healers, teachers and learners. Though we come from many cultures and places, we fix our eyes on the same horizon: building a tomorrow beyond the imagination of today.
OHSU is Oregon’s only public academic health center. We are a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and southwest Washington. We are an institution of higher learning, with schools of medicine, nursing, pharmacy, dentistry and public health – and with a network of campuses and partners throughout Oregon. We are a national research hub, with scientists developing lifesaving therapies and deeper understanding. We are a statewide economic engine and Portland’s largest employer. As a public organization, we provide services for the most vulnerable Oregonians, and outreach to improve health in communities across the state.
Opportunities: Employment, Internships, College Admissions, Graduate School Admissions, K-12 Opportunities, Research, Training, Other Opportunities (specify below)
Northwest Native American Center of Excellence
Opportunities in Canada: No
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Oregon Institute of Technology (Oregon Tech) is a public university based in Klamath Falls and the Portland metropolitan area. We’re also Oregon’s only polytechnic university, meaning we emphasize technical subjects and applied sciences, and encourage students to pursue their passions and professional opportunities through internships, externships, and field experiences. Through our nearly 50 bachelor’s and master's degree programs, and a Doctor of Physical Therapy, Oregon Tech offers a rigorous, experiential education.
Oregon Tech is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities and our student population is near 5,000, with an average student-to-faculty ratio of 14:1.
Whether you want to study engineering, health professions, communications, business or applied sciences, our degree programs provide the cross-disciplinary skills to prepare you for the workforce and/or graduate studies.
Opportunities: College Admissions
Opportunities in Canada: No
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Your path starts here.
Oregon State University was founded more than 150 years ago as a land grant institution, building on the idea that everybody deserves an extraordinary education that’s attainable and accessible. Here you can determine your purpose, shape your identity and values and become who you want to be.
Opportunities: College Admissions
Opportunities in Canada: Yes
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Oregon State University's College of Pharmacy is passionate about helping individuals and communities stay healthy. For more than 100 years, the College has prepared world-class pharmacists to serve Oregon and beyond, educating patients to make sure they receive the best possible medical care. The College's advanced research addresses some of the world's most critical health challenges.
Opportunities: Graduate School Admissions, Research, *The Top 200 Colleges for Indigenous Students
Opportunities in Canada: No
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On a mission to change the world.
The Oregon State University College of Engineering is a place of extraordinary talent and unstoppable drive. Right here, people with world-class expertise in nearly every major field of engineering have gathered to realize a shared mission: create a better future for our planet and all who inhabit it. Oregon State Beavers don’t just build dams, they build bridges and bioreactors, rockets and robots, software and solar cells — and so much more.
Founded in 1889, our college endeavors to promote strong economies, healthy people, and a sustainable natural environment. From the beginning, Oregon State Engineers have made major contributions to science and technology and created a legacy of leadership and inspiration.
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2,444 Degrees Awarded in Previous Year
#7 Largest College of Engineering (Undergraduate Enrollment)
213 Academic Faculty
11,128 Total Enrollment
Opportunities: Scholarships, College Admissions, Graduate School Admissions, Research, Grants/Funding, Training, *The Top 200 Colleges for Indigenous Students
Opportunities in Canada: No
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Pfizer is a global biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, and manufactures healthcare products, medicines, and vaccines. Founded in 1849 in New York City, its core focus spans therapeutic areas including oncology, inflammation, immunology, and internal medicine, delivering treatments for conditions ranging from rare diseases to infectious diseases.
Opportunities: Employment, Internships
Opportunities in Canada: Yes
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PFLAG is the nation's largest organization dedicated to supporting, educating, and advocating for LGBTQ+ people and those who love them.
Opportunities: Other Opportunities (specify below)
LGBTQ+ inclusion information and resources for parents, families, and allies
Opportunities in Canada: No
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Phillips 66 is a diversified energy manufacturing and logistics company operating across the energy value chain. Its businesses include Midstream, Chemicals, Refining, and Marketing and Specialties, enabling the company to process, transport, manufacture and market energy products and related materials. The company is focused on safe, reliable and disciplined operations while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement. Together, these strengths position Phillips 66 as an integrated organization committed to delivering energy solutions and creating long-term value for customers, communities and stakeholders.
Opportunities: Employment, Internships, *Top 50 Workplaces for Indigenous STEM Professionals
Opportunities in Canada: Yes
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Pinterest is a visual search and discovery platform where people find inspiration, curate ideas and shop products—all in a positive place online. Headquartered in San Francisco, Pinterest has 619 million monthly active users worldwide.
Pinterest’s mission is to bring everyone the inspiration to create a life they love. We’re looking for individuals who are passionate about our product and ready to take on growth-driving challenges, while embracing a new era of Pinterest.
Creating a career you love? It’s Possible.
Opportunities: Employment, Internships, *Top 50 Workplaces for Indigenous STEM Professionals
Opportunities in Canada: Yes
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By nurturing more than 37,000 bold scholars and leaders since 1900, the Princeton Graduate School has transformed lives, Princeton University and the world — and it will continue to do so. Join us as we celebrate this milestone and explore the impact of the past, present and future of graduate education at Princeton.
Opportunities: Internships, Graduate School Admissions, Grants/Funding
Opportunities in Canada: No
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RIT offers a dynamic, interdisciplinary education that empowers students to innovate and lead at the intersection of technology, the arts, and design across our 11 diverse colleges and degree-granting units. With flexible academic pathways including Combined Accelerated Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree, double majors, and specialized minors and immersions, students can tailor their education to meet their unique interests and career goals. Graduates join a global alumni network of 155,000, including CEOs, innovators, and Academy Award winners.
Opportunities: Employment, College Admissions, Graduate School Admissions, Research, Other Opportunities (specify below), *The Top 200 Colleges for Indigenous Students
Future Faculty Career Exploration Program
Opportunities in Canada: No
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At SACNAS, we believe that innovation drives creative solutions to the most pressing challenges in STEM. That’s why we’ve built a powerful national network that empowers individuals at every stage of their journey. Whether your path is in education, research, or industry, SACNAS connects thousands of members each year with the people, programs, and resources they need to learn, grow, and make a lasting impact.
Opportunities: Research, Training, Other Opportunities (specify below)
Mentoring, Leadership Development, Conference
Opportunities in Canada: No
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SRP is one of the largest public power and water utilities in the U.S. providing electricity to approximately one million customers in the greater metropolitan Phoenix area. Since its founding in 1903, SRP has fostered a culture of stewardship and customer service consistently ranking as an industry leader in customer service according to J.D. Power and named one of Arizona's best employers by Forbes. SRP continues to adapt to its changing business environment by seeking innovative ways to reimagine utility service and the provision of critical resources essential to the life and economy of Arizona.
Opportunities: Employment, Internships
Opportunities in Canada: No
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Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) STEM Pathways for Indigenous Youth Program has a unique opportunity to lead and increase the meaningful STEM engagement by SAME’s 102 Posts with the over 500 federally-recognized tribes. STEM engagement can serve as a key intervention in the academic trajectory of AI/AN youth. STEM engagement offers hands-on activities that build necessary skills. Coupled with mentoring and awareness of STEM careers, STEM engagement can ensure AI/AN youth know where to go after graduation. Those among the AI/AN population that choose to pursue STEM education opportunities stand a higher chance of succeeding economically, allowing them the ability to return and help improve conditions within their native communities.
Opportunities: Scholarships, K-12 Opportunities, Other Opportunities (specify below)
STEM Camps for K-12
Opportunities in Canada: No
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Sandia National Laboratories has protected the nation for more than 70 years by applying science, engineering, and technology to solve the country's most complex national security challenges. Operated by National Technology and Engineering Solutions of Sandia, LLC, a Honeywell subsidiary, Sandia manages the laboratory for the U.S. Department of Energy's National Nuclear Security Administration while supporting a wide range of federal, state, and local agencies. As a Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC), Sandia drives innovation through world-class research, strategic partnerships with academia, industry, and government, and collaboration across scientific disciplines. By recruiting exceptional talent and providing cutting-edge research facilities, Sandia continues to advance technology that strengthens national security. Headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with a major laboratory in Livermore, California, Sandia's workforce delivers innovative solutions that make a lasting impact both nationally and globally.
Opportunities: Employment, Internships, *Top 50 Workplaces for Indigenous STEM Professionals
Opportunities in Canada: No
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We exist to bring balance to our people and our planet. Rooted in the lands and waters of our ancestral home. We are led by the values of our ancestors and the voices of future generations.
Opportunities: Employment, Internships, Scholarships
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SAID is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the unique needs of Indigenous dentists, while also increasing the number of Indigenous dentists in the United States.
Since its founding in 1990, SAID has promoted dental health in American Indian communities, encouraged AI/AN youth to pursue careers in the profession of dentistry, provided role-model leadership, and promoted and supported the unique concerns of AI/AN dentists. Founded by George Blue Spruce Jr., DDS, MPH along with five other American Indian dentists, the organization has grown to establish its visibility for improving both the status for American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) dentists within the overall profession of dentistry, and as an educational pathway for AI/AN students.
Opportunities: Scholarships, College Admissions, Graduate School Admissions, K-12 Opportunities, Grants/Funding
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Southcentral Foundation (SCF) is a Tribally-owned and -operated healthcare organization that serves 70,000 AN/AI peoples living in south central Alaska. SCF’s Research Department was established in 2007 to improve the health and wellness of the Alaska Native Community through high-quality health services research conducted with and for the Native Community. SCF Research addresses a wide variety of medical and behavioral health topics aligned with SCF’s wellness objectives. Study topics include personalized medicine, suicide prevention, trauma, and diabetes. SCF Research also manages the SCF Research Review process – a multi-step research review process that occurs from the beginning of a project through sharing findings – to ensure research is respectful and beneficial to the AN/AI peoples served by SCF.
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