Research Funding & Internships
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The NWF EcoCareers Summit prepares students and young professionals for wildlife and sustainability careers by providing information on the latest EcoCareer trends from leading analysts and employers, clarifying career-enhancing credentials and academic offerings, and formulating a better understanding of the competencies employers seek in the green sector. The summit will also feature panels of early career and senior professionals representing the following fields and areas of expertise:
Naturalism and Environmental Education
Wildlife Biology
Environmental Law and Policy
Coastal Restoration
Habitat Conservation and Rehabilitation
And more!
Application Deadline: October 1, 2024
For Whom: All Black and African-American undergraduates who are US Persons -- citizens, nationals, permanent residents, or lawfully admitted refugees or asylum seekers -- are eligible.
The Fellowship serves students interested in working in any facet of aerospace: air or space; engineering, science, business, policy, or communications; commercial or government; et cetera. Admission is very competitive but is not based on strict GPA thresholds. In addition to fellowship placement, students receive a $2500 scholarship.
The program has helped place each of these Fellows in a challenging, paid internship that helps them begin their aerospace career journey.
Brooke Owens Fellowship
Internships at various agencies in the aerospace industry
Application Due: October 7, 2024
The Brooke Owens Fellowship was established to help address a historic gender imbalance in the aerospace field. The organization’s programs are designed to serve both as an inspiration and as a career boost to capable young women and gender minorities who, like Brooke, aspire to explore our sky and stars, advance the aerospace industry, and help their fellow people here on planet Earth. Its mission is to provide opportunities and access to talented female and gender minority students from all backgrounds who have been previously underrepresented in the aerospace community.
Interested in a career in aerospace? The Brooke Owens Fellowship provides paid internships (in engineering, business, journalism, communications, and more) and executive mentorship to women and gender minorities in the aerospace industry.
Why apply? Fellows have interned at over 30 host companies such as SpaceX, Blue Origin and Lockheed Martin. Each cohort also convenes for a 3-day summit in July to build connections with their class and network with top aerospace professionals. In addition to a paid internship and summit experience, fellows are matched with executive mentors— think CEOs and astronauts!
Interested? Take a look at our FAQs! We also suggest taking a look at the application as soon as possible to request recommendations and start thinking about your application pieces. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions. Looking forward to seeing your application!
Application Deadline: October 8, 2024 at 11:59 pm EDT
The W. Eugene Smith Grant for Student Photographers is designed to encourage and support students whose photographic work renews the tradition of W. Eugene Smith’s dedicated compassion to work that promotes social change, that embraces new technologies and image distribution, and that seeks to integrate the tradition of photography and social change with contemporary practice. This $5,000 grant provides one student photographer with the financial freedom to complete a photographic essay. Students in any major can apply.
Applications will open in early Fall
Application Deadline: November 16, 2024
Online Test Deadline: November 20, 2024
The Dow Jones News Fund college internship programs help competitive juniors, seniors and graduate students jump-start careers in journalism through hands-on internships with leading news organizations.
New Mexico State University
Applications will open November 2024, with a deadline of February 15, 2025.
This program is designed to provide students with background research and methodological training on immigration and border policies, with a particular focus on asylum and the impacts of changes in US policy. Students will partner with community organizations and shelters for migrants in Las Cruces, El Paso, and Ciudad Juárez, where they will conduct interviews and survey migrants and their families from several countries, including Venezuela, Haiti, Mexico, Ecuador, and Guatemala.
Applicants must still be undergraduates when participating in the program.
Minimum GPA: 3.0
Major in social science field, related area, or interdisciplinary program
Applicants must be a US citizen, US national, or Legal Permanent Resident.
Applications will open November 2024
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Minority Health Disparities Initiative (MHDI) administers the Health Equity REU, which is an interdisciplinary program aimed at conducting research into understanding and reducing health disparities and in increasing and diversifying health researchers from minoritized and underserved populations.
- Competitive stipend: $6000
- Suite-style room and meal plan
- Travel expenses to and from Lincoln
- Multi-disciplinary
- Applicants must be a US citizen, US national, or Legal Permanent Resident.
Application Deadline: Various dates
The Scientists in Parks work experience program supports the management of natural resources by funding interdisciplinary projects in the biological sciences, physical sciences, social sciences, communications & education. Participation provides a real-world opportunity to gain valuable work experience while exploring career options in science and land management. Successful participants will enjoy opportunities to learn new skills, network with career professionals, and contribute meaningfully to the protection of America’s most beloved places. In addition, many Scientists in Parks projects afford outstanding opportunities for mentorship and leadership development.
Application Deadline: various
Since 1992, HACU has offered one of the best internship programs in the country. Interns gain invaluable professional experience within a federal agency, while getting paid! Interns can be fall, spring or summer, with virtual, hybrid and in-person formats. Your institution does not have to be a member of HACU, in order for you to apply. All majors are eligible.
Various opportunities
The Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana (CRCL) has several upcoming volunteer events pertaining to restoring Louisiana’s coast that may be of interest to UNO students! Each event starts with an introductory talk discussing the issues at hand and what is being done to combat them. All volunteers are provided with lunch and a free t-shirt! If interested, reach out to volunteers@crcl.org.
Application Deadline: March 15; October 1
The Sigma Xi Grants in Aid of Research (GIAR) program awards grants of up to $1,000 to students from most areas of the sciences and engineering. Designated funds from the National Academy of Sciences allow for grants of up to $5,000 for astronomy research and $2,500 for vision related research. Students use the funding to pay for travel expenses to and from a research site, or for purchase of non-standard laboratory equipment necessary to complete a specific research project.
Application Deadline: Continuous
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Science, Technology and Policy Program is designed to provide opportunities to participate in programs, projects, and activities at the Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management (FECM). The STP Program provides an opportunity for highly talented scientists and engineers to participate in technical and policy-related FECM projects. FECM will provide a supplemental stipend to offset the costs of health insurance. Participants are eligible to purchase health insurance plans offered through ORISE. Participants may receive an allowance for education and/or scientific activities as approved by FECM. The initial appointment can be for one year or less, but may be renewed upon recommendation of FECM contingent on the availability of funds up to 4 additional years. The appointment can be made on a full-time or part-time basis.
NSF101
National Science Foundation
Application Deadline: Various
Every year, approximately 200,000 men and women leave U.S. military service and return to civilian life. NSF is committed to making sure that our nation’s veterans have pathways into STEM education and careers. The Supporting Veterans in STEM Careers Act, signed into law in 2020, directs NSF to "encourage veterans to study and pursue careers in STEM and computer science". As such, NSF offers several programs and initiatives to help veterans transition into a science and engineering career. As of a review in June 2020, there were 275 NSF-funded projects, in more than 100 programs across all directorates, that feature veterans. Linked are just some of the resources for veterans wishing to enter a STEM career.
Application Deadline: Various
The Center offers a wide range of part-time internship opportunities to current, recent, or returning college students. Wilson Center interns have the opportunity to develop both research and professional skills, and to participate in the numerous activities and events held at the Center. There are at least 80-90 interns at the Center at any given time. Availability of positions generally corresponds to the beginning of the fall, spring, and summer terms. Most internships are unpaid. The Wilson Center has two different internship programs (Research Assistant internships and Staff Assistant internships) with separate applications and deadlines.
Application Deadline: Various
Linked is an annotated list of funding opportunities for undergraduate students, graduate students, and current and aspiring teachers of classical philology, ancient history, and classical archaeology.
Application Deadline: Various
Browse the opportunities in the catalog by using the filter or search features to find an opportunity that is right for you. Applications are accepted from current students, recent graduates, and U.S. College/University faculty year-round.
Application Deadline: Various
Browse the opportunities in the catalog by using the filter or search features to find an opportunity that is right for you. Applications are accepted from current students, recent graduates, and U.S. College/University faculty year-round.
Application Deadline: Various
Being an astronaut isn’t the only cool thing about space. Interns use their creativity and innovation to work on projects impacting NASA’s mission, such as returning to the Moon by 2024. As a NASA intern, you will be part of an amazing team that is dedicated to space exploration. You will work with leading experts and gain valuable experience as you participate in research and mission projects. Come dream with us and change the future. Applicants for this internship must be U.S. citizens.
Application Deadline: Various
The NASA Pathways Intern Employment Program (IEP) is open to current students and individuals accepted for enrollment in qualifying educational programs. The IEP provides opportunities to work and explore careers while still in school. Intern appointments may be for indefinite periods without established ending dates or appointments with durations of up to one year. If you successfully complete a Pathways Intern appointment at NASA, you may be converted to permanent employment or term employment of up to six years.
Application Deadline: Various
Since 1928 when the Rome Prize Fellowship in Landscape Architecture was established, The Garden Club of America has funded more than 1,400 recipients. The GCA offers 29 merit-based scholarships in 12 areas.
Awards
American Society of Naturalists
Application Deadline: Various
The American Society of Naturalists confers several awards each year to honor scientists of great distinction.
Application Deadline: Various
The Science Undergraduate Laboratory Internships (SULI) program encourages undergraduate students and recent graduates to pursue science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) careers by providing research experiences at the Department of Energy (DOE) laboratories. Selected students participate as interns appointed at one of 17 participating DOE laboratories/facilities. They perform research, under the guidance of laboratory staff scientists or engineers, on projects supporting the DOE mission. Applications for the SULI program are solicited annually for three separate internship terms. Internship appointments are 10 weeks in duration for the Summer Term (May through August) or 16 weeks in duration for the Fall (August through December) and Spring (January through May) Terms. Each DOE laboratory/facility offers different research opportunities; not all DOE laboratories/facilities offer internships during the Fall and Spring Terms.
Application Deadline: Various
Join a community of interns to gain professional skills and learn about museum practice. The Met has over forty department areas that host interns from a wide variety of academic backgrounds. These internships are available to undergraduate and graduate students, as well as recent graduates. Internships for high school students are also available. If you have questions, contact The Met at collegeprograms@metmuseum.org
Application Deadlines: Fall, Spring and Summer placements, so deadlines vary
The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, invites college and university students to participate in the life of the Museum through the MFA Pathways internship program. Through semester-long undergraduate-level paid internships in departments across the institution, MFA Pathways interns gain hands-on training in specific museum roles, participate in professional development to learn about a range of museum careers and practices, and build professional networks on which to draw in advancing career aspirations.
Application Deadline: Various
The Women Divers Hall of Fame (WDHOF) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to honoring and raising awareness of the contributions of outstanding women divers. WDHOF provides educational, mentorship, financial, and career opportunities to the diving community throughout the world. Each year, WDHOF awards scholarships and training grants that provide financial and educational support to individuals of all ages. A variety of scholarship opportunities are available for all divers.
Application Deadline: Year-round
As a participant with the Counterterrorism and Forensic Science Research Unit (CFSRU) Visiting Scientist Program (VSP), you will have an opportunity to enhance your professional development and increase your research capabilities and contributions by participating in forensic research initiatives utilizing state-of-the-art equipment under the mentorship of CFSRU scientists. The VSP will expose you to a research environment in a high security government facility and provides an opportunity to perform research in areas of interest unique to law enforcement and national security.
Application Deadline: Year-round
Based in downtown Washington, D.C., the Foundation for Defense of Democracies has a number of internship opportunities available during the spring, fall and summer semesters. All FDD interns will have the opportunity to participate in a twice-monthly speaker series, which brings high-level DC officials and senior staff members to engage with interns in an intimate setting. FDD interns will be encouraged to build on their academic skills by working closely with senior staff. FDD is also happy to assist students who wish to earn academic credit for this internship. All internships are unpaid. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. It is recommended that interested candidates submit applications early.
Application Deadline: Year-round
If you’re an undergraduate in the technical or administrative fields and you’re looking to spend a few months training “on-the-job”, imagine doing your internship at CERN in Geneva. An impressive addition to your CV! They offer a limited number of places throughout in our practical training programme, with a duration of 1 to maximum 6 months geared towards your particular field of study.
Student Grants
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
Application Deadline: Year-round
IEEE is offering grants to both students and faculty mentors to help with graduate and capstone design projects with an industry standards component. IEEE will publish the results as a student application paper.
Internships
Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunisation (Gavi)
Application Deadline: Various
Both Geneva and DC offices welcome talented and motivated individuals to join our internship programme, designed to advance your career and give you an opportunity to contribute to Gavi’s mission. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from all qualified candidates.
Application Deadline: Various
The NACA Foundation offers numerous scholarships that are available to undergraduate and graduate students, student leaders, professional staff and associate members on an annual basis. Scholarship nominations are solicited each year. However, awards will only be made when the specific scholarship fund is above the designated minimum established.
Application Deadline: Various
Application Deadline: Various
EGA offers scholarships and awards to encourage study and excellence in needlework. Amounts awarded may vary each year.
Application Deadline: Various
Search for other opportunities for Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REUs) through the searchable database.
Application Deadline: Various
Search for other opportunities for Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REUs) through the NSF search page.
Application Deadlines: Various
Search for opportunities through the National Sea Grant Program.
Various
KGI’s summer programs will boost your academic career as you prepare for graduate-level studies or a career in healthcare or biotech. These programs will not only help you decide your career pathway—they are also a great way to gain exposure to the biotechnology, medicine, life sciences, and pharmaceutical industries, while improving the skills and qualifications to boost your resume.
Travel Awards
The Student Government Association (SGA) budgets for student academic travel each year to assist students who would like to attend conferences and workshops to enrich their education at the University of New Orleans. All current UNO students are eligible to apply for funds.
Visit the SGA Student Travel Fund Page to find out more information.
Presentation Opportunities & Contests
Application Deadline: Monthly
Can you write a story in just 50 words? We’ll provide a prompt to get you started, but where the story goes from there is entirely up to you. Entrants must write a piece of short fiction based on the prompt provided. Entrants may submit only one entry. Entries should be close to but no more than 50 words. The prize consists of one mug from The Literary Gift Company for the all-age category, a notebook for teen winners, a selection of books for the young writers category and books for the Gaelic category.
Application Deadline: Various
Fish Publishing runs four annual International Writing Contests: Short Story, Short Memoir, Flash Fiction, and Poetry. Renowned poets and writers select ten from each contest for publication in the Annual Fish Anthology. Fish endeavours to publish outstanding new writers and poets.
Awards & Prizes
Society for Applied Anthropology
Application Deadline: Various
The Society for Applied Anthropology proudly sponsors prestigious awards including the Malinowski Award, the Peter K. New Award, and the Sol Tax Award; as well as co-sponsoring the Margaret Mead Award with the American Anthropological Association. In addition, the Society offers 12 student travel awards to help offset the costs of attending the Annual Meeting.
