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Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences: The Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences (ASU BIOS), a unit of the Julie Ann Wrigley Global Futures Laboratory at Arizona State University, has funding from the National Science Foundation, (NSF Award number OCE-2349130), for the Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Program to support undergraduate researchers during the fall semester 2025 (program starts August 25, ends November 14). An REU internship at ASU BIOS is a great way to gain the experience necessary to embark on graduate studies or careers in science. Participants will conduct research projects under the expert mentorship of BIOS scientists. Potential areas of research for 2025 include: - Coral Ecophysiology - Coral Reef Ecology - Marine eDNA - Marine Invertebrate Physiology - Marine Microbiology - Oceanography - Zooplankton Ecology Throughout the 12-week semester, participants will give oral and virtual poster presentations that outline their research topic, experimental methods and results and attend a series of professional development workshops and seminars hosted by faculty members. In addition, they will provide a project report at the end of the program. Schedule and weather permitting, all participants will be offered an exciting opportunity to join an oceanographic research cruise aboard R/V Atlantic Explorer. They will also have the option to enjoy field and boat excursions to learn about Bermuda's history, flora and fauna. Funding includes return air travel (from and to the U.S.), campus accommodation and meals and a competitive stipend. (Medical/travel insurance is the sole responsibility of the student). Further information, including a link to the online application form. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents, over 18 years of age and enrolled in a program of undergraduate study immediately before and after the program dates. Applicants are ineligible if they have participated in a prior NSF-funded REU in Ocean Sciences. Deadline is May 31. Questions? Contact us at bios.education@bios.asu.edu. Posted: 1/22/25.

Chicago Botanic Garden: Plant Biology & Conservation Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Program: From Genes to Ecosystems The Chicago Botanic Garden is seeking enthusiastic undergraduate applicants for its 2025 Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) summer internship program. Location: Glencoe, Illinois, USA. Dates: June 16 – August 22, 2025. Applications Due: February 14, 2025. Participants will: - Conduct original research in plant biology and conservation. - Present their findings at the program’s research symposium. - Participate in professional development workshops and field trips to advance their career and research skills. Program Benefits: - $7,000 stipend - Housing provided - Travel support to and from the Chicago area Please note: The 2025 internships are contingent upon renewed program funding. Apply at: etap.nsf.gov/award/7347/opportunity/9876. Apply by: 2/14/2025. Posted: 1/22/25.

Clemson University: The Fridley Lab is seeking two motivated undergraduate students interested in gaining research experience in plant ecology as part of research teams working in the Great Smoky Mountains and Clemson Experimental Forest. Students will assist staff and graduate students in fieldwork in Clemson, SC, as well as several multi-day trips to the Smokies, about two hours from campus. Students must be able and willing to do some hiking and work off trails in humid conditions, and front-country camping is involved for at least one student. Students will also be involved in a variety of laboratory activities related to plant growth trials, which may include sensor building and statistical analysis, pending student interest. Students will be provided with a $6000 stipend for living expenses over the 12-wk duration starting approximately May 19 (start and end dates are flexible). Qualifications and application instructions are at https://www.fridleylab.org/join-us. Deadline: March 21, 2025. Posted: 2/12/25.

Coastal Critical Zone Network: The Coastal Critical Zone Network is an interdisciplinary team project researching the effects of changing climate and sea level rise on the Delmarva Peninsula, which includes Delaware and parts of Maryland and Virginia. The project is funded by the National Science Foundation, a prestigious, taxpayer-supported federal science agency. The Critical Zone team is inviting applications for paid undergraduate research internships for summer 2025; interns will be part of sub-teams in hydrology, biogeochemistry or ecology research. Research will involve mostly outdoor field work and/or lab and computational efforts. We seek a diverse group of undergraduate students to join our team in a welcoming, collaborative environment. Each 10-week internship provides a $6000 stipend, with additional funds available for housing. Project Descriptions: There are seven internship positions available in 2025, working on three different projects: - Plant ecology and physiology in salt-affected forests, led by Dr. Keryn Gedan at George Washington University, Washington DC. - Sea-level driven transformations of coastal vegetation and soils, led by Dr. Matt Kirwan at Virginia Institute of Marine Science, Gloucester Point, VA - Biogeochemistry of transitioning lands, led by Dr. Kate Tully at University of Maryland, College Park, MD. See: https://czn.coastal.udel.edu/opportunities/. Deadline: Friday, February 27, 2025. Posted: 2/12/25.

Cornell University: In summer 2025, the vegetation team at Hubbard Brook is seeking an REU to engage in a research project on fuel load estimates in the forest in preparation for a prescribed fire experiment and predicted increases in fire potential in these “asbestos” forests. Prescribed fire may be necessary both in preventing megafires and in promoting northern red oak regeneration. The REU will be fully integrated into the vegetation crew and be expected to contribute to long-term measures as well as work for their own project focused on fuel load estimates. The student will collaborate closely with mentors from Cornell University (Cleavitt) and UC Berkeley (Battles) and have the opportunity to present on their project. Interested students should contact Nat Cleavitt by email: nlc4@cornell.edu. In your application, please include: a letter explaining why a summer research project interests you and how it fits into your broader plans, your resume and email contact for two references (they do not need to submit letters). Posted: 2/4/25.

Critical Zone Collaborative Network: The Critical Zone Research Experience for Undergraduates (CZNet-REU) is now accepting applications! The deadline to apply is March 3, 2025. This program will place undergraduate students at one of the nearly 50 CZ Network research sites distributed in diverse geographic settings across the continental US. Critical Zone science is becoming more important as we try to understand the Earth’s living skin, from the top of the vegetation canopy to the depths of the groundwater and all the interactions taking place within that shape our environment and all life within it. Student training involves: - Developing research knowledge and skills, as well as interest in Critical Zone (CZ) science. - Learning to do interdisciplinary and collaborative science in a network. - Connecting CZ science to society. Benefits of the program: - Network-wide exchange of data, information, and learning from students and researchers across the Critical Zone Collaborative Network. - Paid research experience: $6,000 stipend, travel subsidy, and housing/meals subsidy, travel to and from kick-off meeting, research funds to support project. More information about the program, available projects for this summer and the link to the application can be found on our website linked above. Any questions or comments can be directed to the Program Coordinator, Veronica Sosa-Gonzalez, via email at vgonzalez@cuahsi.org or Program Co-Director, Alan Berkowitz, via email at berkowitza@caryinstitute.org. Posted: 2/27/25.

Duke University: The Bernhardt Lab in the Department of Biology is advertising two Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) positions for summer 2025. Each REU is a paid position intended to provide undergraduates with experience designing a research project, conducting independent scientific research, and presenting their findings to varied audiences. This summer, students will have the opportunity to partner with ecological researchers at the Hubbard Brook Long Term Ecological Research program, a program that has been monitoring the forests and streams of the Hubbard Brook watershed for over 60 years. Based in the Hubbard Brook Experimental Forest (New Hampshire, USA), our research group is currently investigating how mosses in streams support ecosystem function (organic matter storage, nutrient cycling) and freshwater biodiversity. These positions are an exciting opportunity to contribute to research focused on how mosses provide food resources and habitat for the larger stream ecosystem. No prior experience working in freshwater ecosystems is required, only an enthusiasm for environmental science and a willingness to collaborate on multiple team science projects. The REUs hired for these positions will be responsible for developing an independent project and will require team-based fieldwork for three weeks in the White Mountains of New Hampshire at the Hubbard Brook Experimental Forest. REUs will also have the opportunity to attend and participate in the Hubbard Brook Ecosystem Study Annual Cooperators’ meeting (July 9-10th) during their stay in New Hampshire. The students will be mentored by postdoctoral fellows from both the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies and Duke University, Danielle Hare and Heili Lowman, in addition to faculty members Christopher Solomon and Emily Bernhardt. Required tasks will include: - Full-day fieldwork within streams to include hiking to field sites, collecting soil and water samples, surveying stream habitat (no overnight camping required) - Sample processing in the Bernhardt laboratory at Duke University, which will include filtering, drying, and weighing samples - Data Analysis using Excel and R (training will be provided) - Reading and synthesizing scientific papers. The REU Fellows will be paid a $5k stipend and provided with housing assistance. The position will run for 10 weeks from approximately May 18th through July 31st (depending on students’ academic schedules). To apply, please submit a CV or resume and a 250-word statement of interest via e-mail to heili.lowman@duke.edu with the subject line “Hubbard Brook REU” by Wednesday, April 2nd at 5pm EST. Please also direct any questions regarding the position to the same e-mail address. Posted: 3/19/25.

Echinacea Project: The Echinacea Project is looking for enthusiastic undergraduates for the 2025 summer field season. Our project investigates how small population size and reduced genetic diversity influence individual fitness, population demographics, plant-insect interactions and evolution in the purple coneflower, Echinacea angustifolia. We seek students with interests in plant population biology, evolution and quantitative genetics, pollination biology, plant-insect interactions, and conservation biology. This REU (research experience for undergraduates) is a great opportunity for aspiring ecologists, conservation biologists, and evolutionary biologists to gain field research experience. There are also opportunities for those with quantitative backgrounds (statistics, math, computer science) to gain experience managing data, programming, or modeling. - Location: western Minnesota - Duration: 10-12 weeks during June-August with flexible start and end dates - Application due by Feb 18 - Salary: $640/week stipend, travel expenses to the research site are covered. We provide housing. We especially encourage individuals from groups underrepresented in science to apply! Learn more and apply at: https://echinaceaproject.org/opportunities/. Posted: 1/22/25.

Georgia Southern University: we are now accepting applications for our Summer 2025 REU program in the Department of Biology. Research Experiences in Southeastern Coastal Plain Ecosystems (RESCoPE) is a part of the National Science Foundation's Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) initiative which aims to provide meaningful experience to develop undergraduate students using experience-based learning. Hosted in the Georgia Southern Department of Biology, our program brings together ten undergraduate students from diverse backgrounds and allows them to engage in independent research with a departmental faculty mentor during a ten-week program. Fellows are paid a weekly stipend ($650/week), housed on campus at no cost, and receive a meal plan with the university. Students are able to engage with faculty, graduate students, and a number of program partners from governmental entities and NGOs in the southeastern US. Our program provides meaningful experiences to growing researchers including field trips, expert-led panels for professional development, and an opportunity to present research findings at an end-of-the-program symposium! Research is focused in Coastal Plain ecosystems in the Southeastern US, including hardwood forests, sand hills, blackwater rivers, and barrier islands. Program faculty mentors have a wide breadth of research interests including climate change, stream ecology, fisheries biology, entomology, and more! Selected applicants will receive: - A ten-week paid fellowship position ($6,500 total). - Research experience mentored by a program faculty mentor. - Networking opportunities with program partners and GS faculty (seminars, workshops, field trips, etc.). - Included housing on the Georgia Southern Statesboro campus. - A pre-loaded Eagle Express card with enough funds for meals from on campus facilities for the duration of the program. Eagle Express can also be used around campus and at select restaurants, businesses, and grocery stores around town. - On-campus parking for those with vehicles. - Professional and personal growth through a dynamic and enriching cohort-based program. Eligible applicants: - Must be currently enrolled in an applicable undergraduate program; applicants must be eligible to enroll in Fall 2025 and be actively pursuing an undergraduate degree at that time. - Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident. - Must be able to relocate to Statesboro, GA for the duration of the program. Travel costs (flights, fuel/milage, etc.) will be reimbursed. For details see the link above; to apply see: https://etap.nsf.gov/award/2742/opportunity/10131. Deadline March 1st, 2025. Posted: 11/15/24.

Harvard University: Applications are now open for the Harvard Forest Summer Research Program in Ecology! The Harvard Forest Summer Research Program in Ecology is an immersive research experience, connecting undergraduate students to mentors and researchers in the pursuit of scientific inquiry. Each year, 15-25 undergraduates from across the US live and work at the 4,000-acre Harvard Forest for 11 weeks. Students work with a research mentor in interdisciplinary team-based projects focused on how ecosystems change over time, especially in response to human and natural disturbance. Harvard Forest is Harvard University's world-class ecological research hub at the nexus of many national and international scientific networks, which Summer Program students leverage to conduct research and build their careers through: · Research: Work collaboratively to solve environmental problems using scientific methods. · Education: Bridge from student to scientist, build marketable skills, learn how to use and understand data · Community: Join scientists at a world-class virtual research hub to expand your network Program Details for 2025: · The 11-week program dates are May 26 to August 8, 2025 · Includes $7,700 stipend, plus full room & board, and travel to/from Harvard Forest · Applications are currently open and are due Feb. 7, 2025: Learn more or go directly to the application. Questions? See FAQ or contact hf-srpe@fas.harvard.edu. Posted: 12/12/24.

Mississippi State University: The Ecology and Management for Resilient and Adapted Forests Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program is now accepting applications for the summer 2025 cohort. Students will work with faculty mentors to develop independent research projects that can help identify best management practices for managing resilient forest ecosystems that produce multiple ecosystem services in the southeastern United States. Students will carry out high-quality, interdisciplinary research in a collegial environment, and will present the results of their work at the MSU Undergraduate Research Symposium in late July 2025. We invite undergraduate students with a strong interest in working with plants in terrestrial forest ecosystems to apply for the program. Applicants should be (1) at least 18 years old, (2) entering or returning to an undergraduate degree program in Fall 2025, and (3) a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. We encourage students from groups traditionally underrepresented in STEM programs, first-generation college students, US military veterans, and students from colleges and universities where research opportunities are limited to apply. 2025 Program Details: - The 10-week program dates are May 27 to August 1, 2025. - Includes $700/week stipend; free, on-campus housing; a meal stipend; and travel to/from Starkville, MS. - Applications are currently open through NSF ETAP and are due January 31st, 2025. Please access the application here: https://etap.nsf.gov/award/6575/opportunity/10319 Please visit our website for more information or contact the REU program coordinators, Dr. Ashley Schulz (ash.schulz@msstate.edu) and/or Dr. Adam Polinko (adam.polinko@msstate.edu), with questions. Posted: 1/15/25.

Morton Arboretum: The Center for Tree Science's Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program at The Morton Arboretum is now accepting applications for summer 2025. The program includes a $7500 stipend, covers housing and travel expenses, and runs from May 27 to August 1, 2025. The program uses trees as model systems to investigate questions related to evolution, ecology, conservation, and management in natural and built environments. Applications are accepted through January 31, 2025. We invite undergraduate students with a strong interest in environmental research to apply for the Center for Tree Science REU program. Ideal candidates will demonstrate a passion for the natural world and a willingness to engage in research across diverse environments. A commitment to collaboration, attention to detail, and scientific inquiry is essential. We encourage applicants from colleges and universities where research opportunities are limited, groups traditionally underrepresented in STEM programs, first- and second-year undergraduates, first-generation college students, and US military veterans currently enrolled in an undergraduate program. Please visit our website for more information (linked above), check out the flyer, or contact ctsreu@mortonarb.org with questions. Posted: 12/12/24.

Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory: 2025 undergraduate & post-baccalaureate independent research program. Each summer, the RMBL offers a 10-week intensive summer program, where 40 undergraduate and post-bac students live on site at the field station and conduct independent field-based research projects under the direction of a RMBL scientist mentor. Students apply to the RMBL Education Program, and when admitted are matched to mentors and projects, based on their interests. Students can select from a wide variety of ecological, behavioral, and evolutionary field projects (full project descriptions on the RMBL website). Students may also supplement their research with a short course in field ecology or wildlife biology. The RMBL program is a wonderful opportunity for students at any stage of their education, first year undergraduate through post-bac-, who are curious about a career in science, especially with a field component, and would thrive in an immersive experience. Because the RMBL community includes more than 150 graduate students and senior scientists, undergraduates have an opportunity to learn about pathways to science careers, including selecting graduate programs, co-authoring scientific papers and building professional networks. RMBL is located in Gothic, Colorado, a stunningly beautiful location in the Rockies, providing many opportunities for recreation and natural history study. RMBL awards NSF-REU funds to ~10 students, with another 20 students supported by full and partial RMBL scholarships. These awards are competitive and the RMBL program does fill. See https://www.rmbl.org/students/ for details and to apply. We encourage strongly motivated applicants, including all applicants who need financial support, to submit their online application by Feb. 15, 2025. Posted: 1/8/25.

University of Arizona: Environmental and Earth Systems Research at Biosphere 2 is a 10-week summer Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program. Students participate in a variety of activities that will help them pursue a career in environmental sciences. They conduct their own research with a faculty mentor, interact with other participants and scientists, and present research findings in a formal poster symposium setting. Additionally, students participate in professional development workshops and outreach activities. Undergraduate students from a wide range of disciplines and interests including geology, hydrology, biology, ecology, soil, plant, and atmospheric science, mathematics, physics, chemistry, or computer science are encouraged to apply. Only U.S. citizens or permanent residents are eligible for this NSF (National Science Foundation) funded program. Applications from students from groups underrepresented in STEM and institutions with limited research opportunities are particularly encouraged. Student projects take advantage of the Biosphere 2 research infrastructure, including Landscape Evolution Observatory (LEO), as well as field sites in the Sonoran desert and sky island mountains around Tucson. Projects focus on a variety of topics that include (but aren't limited to): coupling ecohydrology and biogeochemistry, investigating abiotic and biotic contributions to ecosystem processes, integrating measurements across scales, using innovative tools to link climate and ecological function, and modeling of ecosystem and soil processes. Students work with several outreach organizations (e.g., Arizona Institute for Resilience, Water Resources Research Center, Native Nations Climate Adaptation Program, The Indigenous Resilience Center) at the University of Arizona that address local and global environmental challenges. REU Students receive a competitive stipend, lodging at Biosphere 2's student village, food allowance, and support travel to and from Tucson, AZ, as well as a professional meeting to present their work. Applications for summer of 2025 (June 9 - Aug 15, 2025) are due March 1st, 2025. See link above to apply. Posted: 12/13/24.

University of California Berkeley: The University of California Berkeley (PI, Benjamin Wong Blonder) and the Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory (RMBL, a field station) (PI, Ian Breckheimer) are seeking a Research Experiences for Undergraduates participant for summer 2025. The student would be based in Gothic, Colorado at RMBL, on traditional Ute lands. The student will spend the summer: - Carrying out independent research focused on alpine plant demography and community ecology as part of a two-person student team at a field site located on the upper slopes of Mt. Baldy (~3540 meters above sea level) - Gaining skillsets with seed identification and measuring seed dispersal As part of a 40-person undergraduate education program, the student will also: - write proposals, carry out independent research projects, and write reports and give presentations on those projects - participate in weekly workshops to build skills in scientific writing, data analysis, science ethics, and diversity, equity, and inclusion - participate in a short course on Rocky Mountain ecosystems or wildlife (optional). The student will perform independent research in the context of the Mt. Baldy Community Demography Study, an ongoing long-term study of alpine plants and how they respond to drought and climate change. Data from this work has been used in several publications, and the project recently received support from the National Science Foundation. Dates June 7th - August 12th 2025 (flexible, but must participate for 10 weeks) Compensation - Stipend of $7000 - Roundtrip travel from home to field station - All field station fees and tuition - Housing in shared cabin accommodations - Meal plan in the dining hall (3 meals per day) - Optional credit for coursework (2 credits) and/or research (8 credits) For details and to apply, see REU Summer 2025: alpine plant ecology. Deadline: January 21, 2025. Posted: 12/10/24.

University of California San Diego: The Marine Physical Laboratory (MPL) at world-renowned Scripps Institution of Oceanography is currently seeking inquisitive, motivated undergraduates with exceptional aptitude for quantitative science and technology to apply for the 2025 MPL Summer Internship Program. The MPL Summer Internship program is a paid, ten-week research program where students complete their own individual research project under the mentorship of some of the most notable scientists in the world. In addition to their research, students will attend weekly seminars, participate in hands-on activities, and more. Interns receive a $18/hour salary and a $6000 taxable stipend to offset costs of housing, meals, transportation, etc. issued upon arrival. Research Topics Include: - Acoustics and Infrasound - Applied Ocean Sciences - Autonomous Ocean Platforms and Global Observing Systems - Coastal Oceanography - Internal Waves and Ocean Mixing - Marine Mammal Biology - Marine Robotics - Nonlinear and Surface Waves - Ocean Acoustics - Ocean Instrumentation and Technology - Ocean-Atmosphere Interactions - Physical Oceanography - Population and Community Ecology - Upper Ocean and Submesoscale Processes. Eligibility: · Applicants must be US citizens or permanent residents currently enrolled in their first, second, or third year of undergraduate status. Senior year undergrads, former MPL interns, and high school applicants are not eligible. · Applicants must be at least 18 years of age as of the internship start date. · Applicants must be available to start in June 2025 and work 40 hours/week for entire duration of the internship (10 consecutive weeks). To learn more and apply, please visit https://mpl.ucsd.edu/internships/. Applications are due Friday, January 24, 2025. For questions, please contact mpl-internship@ucsd.edu. Posted: 11/18/24.

University of Florida: Two (2) NSF Research Experience for Undergraduate (REU) positions are available in the Entomology and Nematology Department at The University of Florida to understand the role of host plant nutrition in insect behavior and biomechanics. REU students will work directly with Drs. Christina Salerno, Noraly van Meer, and Janice Yan under the guidance of Phil Hahn (University of Florida) and Christine Miller (University of Cambridge, UK) in the summer of 2025 to: (1) receive training in behavioral ecology research, (2) receive guidance to develop an independent project within the context of ongoing NSF funded research. We are a supportive group of researchers united by our enthusiasm for behavioral ecology. We work hard and have fun! These students will work onsite in Gainesville, Florida where they will interact with a diverse group of researchers to gain experience with experimental design, field work, data collection, data analysis, and scientific writing and presentation. Additionally, with guidance from their mentors, students will develop an independent project and contribute to larger project goals to further hone their research skills. These activities potentially include conducting field work to collect host plants, insect rearing, insect behavioral trials, insect photography/digital measurements. Applicants should be hard-working, inquisitive, dedicated, and responsible, with a keen interest in animal behavior. This is an excellent opportunity for students interested in pursuing graduate school or careers in science, particularly in ecology and evolutionary biology. Applicants should expect to dedicate 10 weeks of summer 2025 to this position. Start and end dates are flexible but are expected to run from early May – end of July. These positions are located in Gainesville, Florida. Stipend: $600/week for 10 weeks with an additional offset to living expenses of $150/week. We are interested in individuals at any stage of their undergraduate career, however, REU students must be enrolled as undergraduates through at least August 2025 (i.e., cannot be graduating in May 2025) and be US citizens or full-time residents. Students from underrepresented groups in science are strongly encouraged to apply. To Apply: Please send the following documents to Dr. Christina Salerno at salernoc@ufl.edu with the subject line “REU Application 2025”: 1) a cover letter (1 page max) describing your research experience and general interests in animal behavior 2) resume or CV including relevant coursework, and 3) list of three references. Please combine all documents into one pdf and include your last name in the file name. Deadline: February 14th, 2025, for full consideration. Posted: 1/15/25.

University of Georgia: The Georgia Coastal Ecosystems Long Term Ecological Program (GCE LTER) is looking for undergraduate interns for summer 2025. Some opportunities are limited to students who have not yet graduated. All positions will receive either a stipend or an hourly salary. Most internships last ~8 weeks between May and August. However, start and end dates are flexible based on the schedule of the intern and supervisor. Please read the position descriptions carefully as some positions have different requirements, dates, and/or locations. See the full description for details and to apply. The positions cover a range of fields, and include a stipend and travel costs. Deadline is March 2. Posted: 2/4/25.

University of Southern Mississippi: REU - Gulf Coastal Plain Ecology. The School of Biological, Environmental, and Earth Sciences (BEES) seeks 10 undergraduate students to take part in our 2025 summer Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF). This REU SITES program is focused on the ecology of the Gulf Coastal Plain, a biologically rich and ecologically important area of the country that is also home to large populations of students underrepresented in science. The goals of this REU program are to build student enthusiasm and preparation for ecological research, develop students’ scientific skills using a diversity of field- and lab-based techniques, and facilitate hypothesis driven research relevant to the students’ experiences. Students will learn how research is conducted, expand their professional network, and learn the importance of communicating science to a broader audience. REU students will work with faculty in the School of BEES at USM on ecological projects related to the Gulf Coastal Plain. Projects will vary by mentor, emphasizing their expertise with organisms, ecological scale, and methods. Students will participate in the planning and conducting of their ecological research, learn a variety of field, lab, and analytical techniques, learn the ethical and professional norms of science, and learn to communicate their findings in written, oral, and poster form. Accepted students earn a stipend of $7000 ($700/wk). More information about the program. Applications due 3 March 2025. Posted: 1/8/25.

Wetlands Institute: Join us this summer for a 10-week immersive research internship program in southern New Jersey. Explore coastal salt marshes, barrier islands, and Delaware Bay beaches while gaining hands-on experience studying diamondback terrapins, coastal birds, horseshoe crabs, wetland and coastal ecosystem dynamics, and more. The Coastal Conservation Research Program (CCRP) offers summer internships for undergraduate students pursuing careers in conservation biology, wildlife biology, ecology, and coastal ecosystem sciences. Research interns participate in a variety of field studies, engage with local community members, and contribute to long-term conservation projects. The CCRP internship promotes professional development as research interns conduct independent research projects and present the results of their studies at our annual Intern Symposium. Intern schedules encompass outdoor fieldwork, hands-on experience working with wildlife, experimental design, data collection, and analysis. Applicants must be available for the full duration of the 10-week program. The internship period in 2025 is expected to start no earlier than May 20 and end no later than August 5. Interns work a 40 hour/week schedule and are compensated at NJ Minimum Wage. Schedules may include weekends and holidays, early mornings and evening hours. Housing is not provided; applicants must live or be able to commute locally. Two years of college and reliable transportation are required. To be considered, please submit by email an application package with these five documents: completed application form, resume, transcript, statement of interest (2-pg max), and reference letter. For more details on the program, application instructions, and to download the research internship application form visit: https://wetlandsinstitute.org/research/ccrp/. Applications must be received by February 9, 2025. Posted: 1/8/25.