Are you ready to jumpstart your career in energy, business, or technology? The U.S. Department of Energy Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E) invites graduate level students to participate in the competitive Student Program at the 2026 ARPA-E Energy Innovation Summit.
From April 7-9, 2026, join nearly 3,000 leading scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs who are actively shaping the energy innovation landscape at the Gaylord Pacific in San Diego, California.
The Summit is where new areas of scientific research are defined, and critical advancements in affordable, reliable, and secure American-made energy are driven forward. Our Student Program is curated for the next generation of energy leaders like you, offering:
- Individualized speaker sessions and programming tailored to foster your professional growth
- Direct access to industry recruiters actively seeking and hiring top talent
- An exclusive opportunity to pitch your research in the Student PITCHES competition.
For detailed information about the Student Program and how to apply, please visit the Summit Website.
The deadline for Student Program applications and Student PITCHES applications is January 7, 2026.
We encourage all eligible students to seize this opportunity to connect, learn, and innovate. We look forward to seeing you at the 2026 ARPA-E Energy Innovation Summit!