2026 Ida Lawrence Research Summer Internship Program
The Ida Lawrence Research Summer Internship at ETS offers doctoral students hands-on research experience in education, assessment, and equity alongside ETS researchers.
Funder: Educational Testing Service
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (application deadline) | February 2027 (recommendation forms deadline)
Funding Amounts: $10,000 stipend for 8-week internship; housing and transportation provided for on-campus portion
Summary: Doctoral students collaborate with ETS researchers on innovative research projects in education, assessment, and equity during a paid summer internship.
Description
The Ida Lawrence Research Summer Internship Program at Educational Testing Service (ETS) offers doctoral students the opportunity to work alongside ETS researchers on impactful projects that address critical issues in education and assessment. Interns engage in foundational and applied research across various topics, including personalized assessment, complex skills measurement, literacy and communication, digital STEM assessments, AI fairness and ethics, large-scale assessments, teaching pathways, postsecondary admissions, language education, global higher education and workforce skills, and K–12 research. The program is designed to advance educational measurement, digital assessment, and equity in learning.
Interns will develop research plans, conduct literature reviews, perform data analyses, and present their findings to ETS teams. The program emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and diversity, encouraging applicants from underrepresented backgrounds.
