Takes advantage of recent grads with no guarantees - Anonymous employee ORISE Employee Review

2.0
13 May 2020
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

You get to network with professionals at federal institutions, pay isn't terrible

Cons

No benefits, program length far too long (5 years), many people treated like cheap employees rather than fellows, very difficult to contact ORISE leaders, only 10(!!!) days off per year

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5.0
28 May 2026
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Pros

Doing Science 100% is nice

Cons

No benefits are included, only an option to buy health insurance

ORISE Response
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Hello and thank you for your response! We are glad to hear you are enjoying your experience. ORISE appointments are learning-based internships, fellowships and postdoctoral opportunities that supplement your education and offer the ability to build skills, make connections, and discover interests as you experience research and collaboration under the mentorship of the nation's leading STEM experts at premier national laboratories and scientific facilities across the country, Though not employment, these research appointments provide entry into a network of connections and a chance to collaborate and learn from the nation's leading STEM experts. If you haven't already, be sure to take advantage of the "extras" available to the ORISE Community such as the opportunity to engage, collaborate, and continue learning and networking across STEM disciplines and interests at www.oriseconnections.com as well as monthly/quarterly professional development events and a variety of resources that continue to assist you in your STEM career path. If you have any questions on other available provisions for your specific program, please reach out to your ORISE program contacts or to ExperienceORISE@orau.org. Thank you!
4.0
22 Jun 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Great experience where I met many people, learning opportunities and always felt supported.

Cons

The stipend is not taxed

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