254-34-FY26-NE-TBD (ONR Internship Recompete) (C)

The mission of the Office of Naval Research (ONR) is to shape the future Naval force, anticipate capability requirements, and to provide the Science and Technology (S&T) foundation needed for our Navy and Marine Corps to maintain a decisive technological advantage. Its vision is to be the preeminent S&T organization, recognized both inside and outside the Department of the Navy (DON), as the place to go with good ideas and innovative concepts. ONR inspires and guides breakthrough innovations and transitions state-of-the-art technology solutions to the Navy and Marine Corps.

ONR is responsible for cross-disciplinary research programs as well as education and career development programs that increase the supply and capabilities of scientists and engineers (S&Es) engaged in activities that improve Navy and Marine Corps capabilities. These programs include Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Communication and Coordination, Outreach, and Internship Opportunities for students to participate in both virtual and onsite research and mentoring with DON S&Es during the summer months, as well as the fall and spring semesters. Additionally, ONR is responsible for DON STEM outreach, coordination, and awareness across the Department of the Navy, Department of Defense (DoD), and public communities.

This requirement also provide comprehensive technical, programmatic, and administrative support services for the Department of the Navy’s (DoN) Historically Black Colleges and Universities/Minority Institution (HBCU/MI) Program.

The contractor shall be responsible for a wide range of tasks essential to the program's success.

This includes full-lifecycle program and financial management, such as managing budgets, tracking grant funding, generating financial reports, and initiating contract awards. A key function is coordinating and supporting various program components, including student internships, faculty fellowships, and the Naval Science Awards Program (NSAP).

The goal of these programs is to strengthen our national security by encouraging students to pursue careers, further their education via mentoring by laboratory personnel, and allow participation in DON relevant S&T research, which can lead to employment within the DON.