Summer Energy Â鶹¹ÙÍø for Alaska Science Teachers

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Do real energy research. Bring It back to your classroom.

Starting in Summer 2026, ACEP will offer paid, summer research experiences for Anchorage- and Fairbanks-area secondary science teachers (in-service and pre-service). Teachers will work alongside university energy researchers, translate real Alaska energy research into classroom-ready learning, and build professional networks.

Rigorous Â鶹¹ÙÍø

Work alongside university energy researchers. Develop deep expertise through research design, data analysis, and mentorship at UAF or UAA.

Energy in Action

Be a part of training Alaska’s next generation of energy leaders by connecting students to your research in local energy systems, engineering, and real world problem solving.

Teacher Collaboration Network

Earn paid summer research experience, conference travel, and professional development. Receive coaching to translate research into strong, inquiry-based teaching.

2024 ARENA in Alaska

Program Snapshot

  • Two-year commitment
    Two summers, 8 weeks each (between June–August)
  • $6,500 stipend per summer
  • Travel support to attend two Partners in Science conferences
  • Up to $3,000 in classroom lab supplies
  • Flexible summer schedule to accommodate Alaska plans

What You’ll Do

  • Join an authentic energy research project at ACEP with a natural science focus
  • Work closely with a UAA or UAF research mentor to develop a two year research plan
  • Meet weekly with your research team and mentor
  • Attend biweekly ACEP research professional development
  • Collaborate with a cohort of in-service and pre-service teachers
  • Develop classroom activities and lessons grounded in real research

Mentorship & Support

  • Energy Â鶹¹ÙÍø Mentor (ACEP): Guides your research and content learning
  • Murdock Teacher Coach: Supports pedagogy and classroom translation
  • Cohort Model: Peer learning and idea-sharing across experience levels

Why Energy in Alaska?

From remote microgrids and extreme climates to innovative technologies and energy equity, energy research in Alaska is interdisciplinary, urgent, and deeply connected to everyday lives. 

This program helps teachers build science research practice and context for Alaska’s energy systems and translate that into powerful, place-based science learning.

Professional Development

  • Strengthen your teaching portfolio with research experience and curriculum products
  • Develop a network of university faculty, programs, and funding for your students.
  • Opportunity to earn university credit toward continuing education requirements

Who Should Apply?

  • Middle & high school science teachers (in-service)
  • Pre-service science teachers
  • Educators curious about energy, climate, engineering, and Alaska-based research

Locations: Â鶹¹ÙÍø Fairbanks (UAF) & Â鶹¹ÙÍø Anchorage (UAA)
Applications opening soon

Questions: Annalise Gerlach, Education and Workforce Development Program Lead, asklein@alaska.edu

Annalise Klein

Annalise Klein

ACEP Summer Internship Program, Program Manager

Â鶹¹ÙÍø Fairbanks

asklein@alaska.edu
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