This opportunity is curated through the UF TESI Environmental Leaders Network. Opportunities posted through the Network may not be affiliated with the Florida Museum or TESI, but are shared with UF undergraduate students who want to learn more about environmental research, education and outreach, and civic engagement.
Host Organization
University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science
Type of position
- Full-time internship
- A stipend of $5,400 for the nine-week period
- Housing and MTA passes provided
Position description
Marine and environmental sciences are crucial for the future of human health, food, water and energy. The nine-week internship connects you to a hands-on research project. Interns will receive an orientation to working in a lab and seminars on molecular techniques relevant to fisheries, aquaculture, energy production, and environmental research. Group activities will promote science communication and professional and life skill development.
The Institute of Marine and Environmental Technology (IMET) at the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science is committed to creating opportunities for diverse undergraduates to enable and encourage students from underserved communities to continue to higher degrees and careers in marine and environmental science.
This program encourages students from underserved communities who have an interest in marine and environmental sciences to apply. IMET has over 20 years of experience mentoring a diverse cohort of undergraduate interns in this program.
Location
IMET’s laboratories in Baltimore, Maryland
Eligibility
- US citizen or permanent resident
- GPA of 3.0 or above
- This internship is most applicable to undergraduate students studying biology, marine science, environmental science, and other related degrees.
- Preference will be given to rising juniors and seniors.
Program Dates
June 10, 2024 – August 9, 2024
Application Due Date
February 9, 2024
To apply:
Fill out the application on this site: Summer Internship | University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science (umces.edu)