MAC Application

Sandia National Laboratories Military Academic Collaboration (MAC) Program

Sandia National Laboratories encourages qualified United States Service Academy Cadets and Midshipmen to further develop their interests in critical areas related to our mission space. Project opportunities will be available at Sandia’s NM and CA locations.

Requirements include:

Must be U.S. Citizen
Must currently hold a DoD Secret (or higher) clearance
Must be available a minimum of 4 consecutive weeks
Must be currently enrolled at the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Military Academy, U.S. Naval Academy, or U.S. Merchant Marines Academy
Ideal candidates are entering 3rd or 4th year

***APPLICATIONS FOR CY2026 WILL CLOSE MAY 1ST, 2026 AT 5:00PM MST***

MAC Program Application for CY2026

Full Name*
Nickname (if applicable)
Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Telephone Number*
Alternate Telephone
Email Address*
Alternate Email
Confirm Citizenship*
- Yes, I am a U.S. Citizen
(Must be a US citizen to apply)
Do you currently hold an active clearance?*
- Yes
- No
Academic Level*
- Rising Senior
- Rising Junior
- Rising Sophomore
Anticipated Timeframe*
Major*
GPA*
Computer Skills & Experience*
Please give a brief description of your Computer Skills & Experience
Statement of Interest*
Why are you interested in participating in the MAC Program?
Research Interest(s)*
Please be explicit
Strengths*
What are your strengths?
Site Preferences*
- NM
- CA
- Either
This form may contain OUO/PII once complete and submitted

Once your application is submitted, the MAC Program Coordinator will respond to you with a list of pre-identified opportunities for your consideration, as well as a request for your resume.
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