USDA-FSIS Graduate Student Food Safety Fellowship 2026 in the USA | $1,800 Monthly Stipend + $6,000 Research Support @U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)

Overview

The USDA-FSIS Graduate Student Food Safety Fellowship 2026 offers doctoral students in the United States the opportunity to contribute to national food safety research while receiving generous financial support.

Eligibility

• Currently pursuing a doctoral degree
• Study food science, food safety, public health, veterinary medicine, or related disciplines
• Enrolled in an accredited U.S. institution
• U.S. citizen
• Demonstrate research interest in food safety
• Strong communication skills

Benefits

• $1,800 monthly stipend
• $6,000 total funding for travel or research supplies
• One-year appointment (renewable based on funding and performance)
• Flexible start date beginning August 3, 2026
• Mentorship from university and FSIS experts
• Opportunity to visit FSIS laboratories and regulated food establishments
• Exposure to national food safety policy and scientific decision-making
• Networking opportunities

How to Apply

Applicants should submit their application through the official ORISE opportunity portal.

Deadline

Application Deadline: June 5, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time