These are established programs that provide paid opportunities to conduct biologically-related research, and typically involve an individual research project. They are listed in chronological order by posting date. You can also browse the National Science Foundation REU Programs by topic and location.
UVM students can earn credits for qualifying internship experiences, whether during the academic year or in Summer. These are organized through a student’s college or department: College of Arts & Sciences (CAS), College of Agriculture & Life Sciences (CALS), Rubenstein School for the Environment & Natural Resources (RSENR). CAS’s Summer Internship Scholarship Program can provide students with up to $3,000 to help cover their food, rent, transportation, and/or other living expenses while doing an internship.
Summer 2026
6/2 – Field Botany Internship with Native Plant Trust, mid-July to mid-October – MA
This internship offers in-depth experience and a range of hands-on learning opportunities in the area of field botany. The intern works closely with Conservation Department staff and other professional field botanists, supporting surveys of rare plants, rare habitats, and invasive species by recording data in the field, performing data quality checks, using GIS applications, assisting with report preparation, and other research support tasks as required. The intern will spend a minimum of five (5) weeks in the field, during which the intern will stay at campgrounds at no cost. Low-cost housing is also available near our headquarters office during the internship. Training is provided, and interns may also enroll in Native Plant Trust’s educational programs and courses free of charge.
The position is non-exempt, hourly, full-time, based at our headquarters in Wayland, MA, and field locations in open coastal habitats of Massachusetts. Compensation is $15.00/hour for 40 hours/week for 14 weeks (max wages $8,400). The work schedule is 9am – 5pm, Monday – Friday, with early morning and evening hours and occasional weekend hours. Shared housing is available at $300 per month. The ideal start date is Monday, July 13, 2026.
To Apply: Please fill out this form with your information, resume, cover letter, and references: https://forms.gle/m8KFAWrEwwzcJEiK9. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and we anticipate interviews in June.
5/29 – Coastal ecology internship, Dauphin Island Sea Lab – AL
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic intern in Dr. Ron Baker’s lab (https://bakerlab.wixsite.com/baker-lab), part of the School of Marine and Environmental Sciences at the University of South Alabama (https://www.southalabama.edu/colleges/artsandsci/marinesciences) and based at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab (www.disl.edu).
The position will be a full-time 6-month internship with a 3-month probationary period, and the potential for extensions based on performance. Preferred start date is July 13, 2026, but can be flexible for the right candidate. Salary is $16.50/hr.
Internships are available to U.S. citizens and residents only. View the full job announcement here: https://bakerlab.wixsite.com/baker-lab/join-our-lab. Please apply here: https://forms.gle/HcDJm5RqkdGERcRv8. Applications are due by June 14, 2026, but review of applicants will begin immediately. Please direct questions regarding eligibility or the application process to bakerlab@disl.org.
1/29 – RMBL Summer REU/Undergrad/Post-bac Research Opportunity – CO
The application portal is now OPEN for the Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory (RMBL) summer session! Click on “STUDENTS” at www.rmbl.org. Priority deadline was February 13, 2026, but applications are accepted until all positions are filled.
RMBL summer program is a full-time 10-week independent research program at a world-class biological field station located at 9,500 feet in the Rocky Mountains. All students (undergraduate or post-baccalaureate) participate in an intensive scientific research experience, designing and completing a project under the direction of a RMBL scientist mentor. Students in the RMBL program gain skills in scientific research including ethics and integrity in research, experimental design, GPS/GIS and the use of field equipment and methods, scientific communication, data and graphical analyses, and science career advancement. Students are an integral component of the RMBL community and are immersed in a broad range of scientific, recreational, and artistic opportunities while they live onsite at RMBL.
If needed, Financial Aid is available in the form of REU awards and RMBL full and partial scholarships. All interested students are encouraged to apply! For more information go to www.rmbl.org
Fall 2026
3/4 – REU Program at Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences
FULLY FUNDED RESEARCH INTERNSHIPS FOR U.S. UNDERGRADUATES IN BERMUDA
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 2026 (program starts August 24, ends November 13).
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. Throughout the 12-week program, 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. Theywill also have the option to enjoy field and boat excursions to learn about Bermuda’s history, flora and fauna.
Funding includes roundtrip air travel (from and to the U.S.), campus accommodation and meals and a competitive stipend. Participants are solely responsible for their own medical/travel insurance.
Further information, including available research projects and a link to the online application form, can be found here: https://bios.asu.edu/education/nsf-reu
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.
Undergraduates from underrepresented groups or who are attending colleges or universities with limited STEM research opportunities are particularly encouraged to apply.
Application deadline is May 31, 2026
Questions? Contact us at bios.education@bios.asu.edu
Year-round Opportunities
Conservation Corps – Various US
Conservation Corps work all over the U.S. on projects ranging in focus from Ecology to History: Conservation Legacy and Corps Network. You can serve on a crew with other young(er) folks, or be placed individually. Most positions will come with an AmeriCorps stipend, education award, and other benefits.
Catalog of Biomedical Research Internships
The Student Conservation Association – various US
Paid internships all around the country, ranging from 3 to 12 months, most with housing provided and an AmeriCorps Education award upon completion.
The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is the largest provider of hands-on environmental conservation programs for youth and adults. Our program participants protect and restore national parks, marine sanctuaries, cultural landmarks and community green spaces across the country. After working with the SCA, program participants emerge with increased environmental awareness, social responsibility and leadership skills.
US Government Agency Internships
For students and faculty in search of internships with government laboratories:
Pharmacology Internship – PA/NC/MA/CT
Summer and school-year internships with GSK, a science-led global healthcare and pharmaceutical company: