The Strategic Energy Institute engages with the Georgia Tech student community through the student-run Energy Club, Georgia Tech Solar Racing (GTSR), and through the Energy Systems minor, offered to students pursuing degrees in engineering, economics, sciences, and public policy.
SEI shares student job opportunities, fellowships, and internships through the weekly Connections newsletter.
James G. Campbell Fellowship and Spark Awards
The Strategic Energy Institute and the Energy Policy and Innovation Center at Georgia Tech are pleased to announce that applications are now open for two graduate student fellowships this fall.
The application deadline is November 2, 2026.
The James G. Campbell Fellowship is designed to support Georgia Tech graduate students conducting research in the field of renewable energy and provides a $1,500 award.
To be eligible, student applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and currently writing a thesis or dissertation focused on renewable energy.
The annual SPARK award is given to current Georgia Tech graduate students who have demonstrated outstanding leadership in advancing student engagement with energy research and with evidence of broader impacts and service or leadership. The number of SPARK awards is variable, depending on funding. To be eligible for Spark awards, student applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
Submission Requirements:
Applicants must submit the following materials to the Energy Comments Mailbox of the Strategic Energy Institute (comments@energy.gatech.edu; Subject: Application for 2026 Fellowship):
- A brief cover letter (one to two paragraphs) explaining their motivation for studying their academic discipline and what they hope to accomplish in the field.
- Their full name, GTID number, anticipated graduation date, and field of research.
- A current resume.
- In addition, a one-page letter of nomination from a faculty member must be submitted separately to the same mailbox. Graduate students are strongly encouraged to begin the process of securing this nomination letter as early as possible.
These fellowships offer a valuable opportunity to gain recognition and support for work in energy. All eligible graduate students across all Georgia Tech colleges and disciplines are encouraged to apply and take the next step in advancing their academic and professional goals. Before applying, please check with financial aid to confirm you are eligible to receive fellowships.
Student-Led Energy Club
This dynamic student organization brings together undergraduate and graduate students from across campus to learn about and discuss energy issues in a multi-disciplinary fashion. The club's main activity is their weekly Energy Chats where an invited speaker will present on an area of their work in the energy landscape. Speakers come from a variety of perspectives that touch on the technology, economics, and policy aspects of energy systems. The club hosts the annual Southeastern Energy Conference featuring several invited speakers, panel sessions, and a poster session. Additional projects and competitions are undertaken depending on member interest such as the EnergyHack @ GT, and Department of Energy Solar District Cup.
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Georgia Tech Solar Racing
Georgia Tech Solar Racing (GTSR) is a nonprofit, student-run organization that designs, builds and races street-legal solar-powered race cars in international track and cross-country competitions. Their mission is to push the cutting edge of hyper-efficient vehicle technology while offering our members real opportunities to improve design, manufacturing, and leadership skills. It has a team of 100+ students coming from 14 fields of study and all walks of life, with a shared passion for innovation. Outside of core engineering and strategy focus, the team also encompasses business, outreach, and race operations. There is a place for any team player with an excitement to learn, irrespective of prior experience.
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Energy Minor
The Energy Systems Minor provides multidisciplinary opportunities for students in aerospace, biology, chemical and biomolecular engineering, chemistry and biochemistry, civil and environmental engineering, economics, earth and atmospheric sciences, electrical and computer engineering, industrial and systems engineering, materials science and engineering, mechanical engineering, physics and applied physics, and public policy to enhance subject-specific knowledge while gaining an integrative understanding of complex energy issues.