Fermilab’s user and affiliate engagement organizations and resources are here to support your work and connections on site. From onboarding and site access assistance to research collaboration tools, these resources are designed to help you thrive within the Fermilab community and make the most of your time at the laboratory.
Users and affiliates organizations
User and Affiliates Executive Committee
The UAEO works closely with the UAEC, an external body representing the perspectives of Fermilab’s user and affiliate organization. While UAEO promotes engagement and implements programs at Fermilab, maintaining connections among the laboratory, leadership and collaborators, the UAEC provides input and feedback on user experience and priorities.
Fermilab Student and Postdoc Association
The FSPA represents early-career researchers at Fermilab, including students, postdocs, summer students and interns. It organizes community and professional development events, maintains resources such as the Fermilab Guide to Life, which helps members adjust to living and working at the lab, and serves as a liaison between early-career researchers and the Fermilab Directorate.
Support resources
Campus access
Find essential resources for users, affiliates and visitors, including site access, safety guidelines, networking and support to enhance your experience at Fermilab.
Visa Office
Find essential guidance on visa requirements for visiting Fermilab, including application steps, required documentation and helpful tips for a smooth arrival.
Fermilab housing
Explore on-site and off-site housing options near Fermilab, with information on accommodations, eligibility, booking and resources designed to make your stay comfortable and convinient.
Life at Fermilab
Get to know life at Fermilab, with information on amenities, events, and local resources for living and working at the lab. Discover everything you need to feel connected, supported and engaged in the Fermilab community.
Retired guests and scientists emeriti
Reconnect with the Fermilab community through Fermilab retirees’ portal, where you can find resources, updates on benefits and upcoming events. This space fosters ongoing engagement, helping former employees maintain meaningful connections with the Fermilab community and its research.
Open Researcher and Contributor ID
ORCID provides researchers with a unique digital identifier that distinguishes them from others and connects them to their scholarly work. An ORCID ID ensures accurate attribution of publications, grants and other research outputs across publishers, funders and institutions.
Partnerships
Discover how Fermilab partners with industry, academia and other institutions through agreements and licensing, aiming to transfer cutting-edge technologies to the private sector.
Map of Fermilab
Navigate Fermilab with ease using this detailed map, designed to help you locate key facilities, labs, and amenities across the campus. Whether you are exploring for research or leisure, this map is your essential guide to discovering all that Fermilab has to offer.
