Alaska Native Science and Engineering

This program will give Alaska Native students the opportunity to learn about the importance of BOEM's mission to manage the development of US Outer Continental Shelf energy and mineral resources while exploring future career options with BOEM. Assign

Recipient of the assistance is the Alaska Native Science and Engineering Program (ANSEP), and the assistance must be used to provide work and training opportunities to young people between the ages of 16 and 25, working on appropriate conservation projects associated with oil and gas and marine mineral development on the outer continental shelf (OCS) within the BOEM area of responsibility. The majority of funds will be used to support projects that will enhance understanding of energy exploration and production techniques and related impacts to support development of U.S. OCS energy and mineral resources in an environmentally and economically responsible way. Classroom and on-the- job training in stewardship of U.S. OCS energy and mineral resources. Training provides experience in the practical application of basic principles techniques, and concepts of petroleum engineering, geology, geophysics, and environmental science. Funds not used for capitalization.

Federal, Local (includes State-designated Indian Tribes, and hospitals), Federally Recognized Indian Tribal Governments, State, and Institutions of Higher Education

Recipient of the assistance is the Alaska Native Science and Engineering Program (ANSEP), and the assistance must be used to provide work and training opportunities to students working on appropriate projects associated with oil and gas, and marine mineral development on the Alaskan Outer Continental Shelf within the BOEM area of responsibility. The majority of funds will be used to support improved understanding of energy exploration and production techniques to support development of U.S. Outer Continental Shelf energy and mineral resources in an environmentally and economically responsible way. The participants will receive classroom and on-the-job training in stewardship of U.S. OCS energy and mineral resources. The purpose of the training will be to provide experience in the practical application of basic principles, techniques, and concepts of petroleum engineering, geology, geophysics, and/or environmental science. Funds will not be used for capitalization.

Federal, State, Local Research scientists, Federal, State, and local decision-makers, the youth participants, BOEM, and the general public will ultimately benefit from the program.

Environmental impact information is not required for this program. This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372. Limited discussions regarding funding availability and program interest are permitted.

Applicants will be evaluated by a panel of BOEM Regional leadership and management to ensure compliance with minimum position requirements. Criteria for judging applicants include BOEM mission needs, applicant's academic merit, and communication skills. Additional evaluation criteria maybe posted in a specific Notice of Funds Opportunities (NOFO) on Grants.gov.

All youth participants must be between the ages of 16 and 25 and satisfy the criteria specified in section 12591(b) of title 42, as required by 16 U.S.C. § 1723(b). Youth participant selection will be made on the basis of; participation in ANSEP, enrolled or accepted for enrollment in an engineering degree or certificate program at a qualifying educational institution, be in good academic standing (at least a 2.0 GPA), and enrolled in or have completed at least one engineering course. It is anticipated that application(s) can be selected in FY 2021 through FY 2025.

Contact the headquarters or regional location, as appropriate for application deadlines

Projects that were approved and funded during the previous fiscal year may be submitted as renewals for subsequent years unless otherwise stated in the Notice of Funding Opportunities (NOFO).