Trainees are appointed for up to a two-year period. In addition to a yearly stipend, students receive full tuition remission and a small travel allowance to be used for presenting posters at scientific meetings.
Fellowships are limited to U.S. citizens and permanent residents.
Previous trainees have come from graduate programs in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Computer Science, Mechanics, Microbiology, Molecular Biosciences, and Nutritional Sciences. A bachelor's degree or equivalent is required. Students from minority groups are encouraged to apply, as well as students with M.S., M.D., D.D.S., D.M.D., and D.V.M. degrees. The accomplishments of the student must be at the highest academic level. A letter of recommendation from a faculty member explaining why the student deserves the recognition of the traineeship award.