OCAST STEM Intern Partnership Program
Forecasted
The OCAST STEM Intern Partnership Program funds Oklahoma companies to employ STEM interns for innovative research projects in key technology sectors.
Funder: Oklahoma Center for the Advancement of Science and Technology
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027
Funding Amounts: Up to $30,000/year for up to 2 years per project; requires 1:1 non-state match
Summary: Supports Oklahoma companies hiring university STEM interns to advance technology development and workforce pipelines in key innovation sectors.
Key Information: Applicants must register as a State Supplier before award funds can be disbursed.
Description
This program funds Oklahoma-based companies to employ STEM student interns from CareerTech, undergraduate, or graduate programs for hands-on, innovation-driven projects. The goal is to foster industry–higher education partnerships, accelerate technology development, and strengthen Oklahoma’s STEM workforce in priority sectors such as biotechnology, aerospace/autonomous systems, and energy diversification. Projects must contribute to company innovation, yield measurable results, and have clear end-user applications in the targeted sectors.
