The Science, Mathematics And Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship for Service Program has been established by the Department of Defense (DoD) to support undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees in STEM disciplines. Individuals applying to the program should have a strong interest in working for the DoD as a civilian research scientist or engineer. If selected, an awardee is assigned to the DoD laboratory where he/she will serve as a summer intern and complete a period of post-graduation employment service as a DoD civilian. For each academic year of a Participant's award, he/she is required to commit to one year (12 months) of civilian employment with the DoD.