Why become a 3DEAP NRT Trainee?
The 3DEAP NRT program will provide interdisciplinary training in data science, optimization, and chemicals/materials engineering through the M.S. in Data Science for Chemical Engineering and Materials Science program. In addition, it will provide a holistic training experience through:
Participation in industry-university collaborative activities where the students will interact and work with industry leaders in this field.
Participation in industrial internships. Through the Data-Driven Discovery and Design (4D) program of PRIME, our industrial consortium, the NRT trainees will have unique opportunities to participate in industrial internships.
Mentorships with industrial partners.
Co-advised projects that will provide you with unique opportunities to bridge scientific domains and make cutting-edge contributions in the frontiers of materials discovery.
Training in mental health, inclusivity, time and project management, teamwork, and cultural competency to position you as a strong professional in the modern workforce.
An NRT trainee cohort that will help you have a community to grow, share, and learn various strategies for being effective researchers, students, and professionals.
Come join this exciting new program and get trained as some of the first professionals fluent in data science, systems engineering, and chemical/materials engineering for discovering and commercializing novel materials and processes!
APPLY TO BE A 3DEAP NRT Trainee
We are currently accepting applications for graduate students who are interested in becoming 3DEAP NRT trainees!
Applications for the 2026-2027 3DEAP NRT Traineeship will be announced soon.
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Eligibility for NRT Trainee:
📀 Applicants should be enrolled in a Ph.D. program at the UMN
📀 Applicants should be advised by at least one core participating faculty. Preference is given to students who are co-advised by two core participating faculty to facilitate collaborative projects
📀 The research project should be aligned with the theme of the 3DEAP NRT which focuses on integrating chemistry, materials science, biological engineering, and systems engineering with data science and machine learning
📀 Stipends for 1 year are available for US Citizens or Permanent Residents, with a possible extension to the second year based on performance and participation
📀 Development Awards are available for those NRT Trainees that do not receive a stipend
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