The Maxwell-Hanrahan Foundation generously supports the STRI General Internship Program. Their mission is to support innovative individuals working in field-based science, art and craft, teaching, and protection of the natural world. We encourage applicants to highlight the field-based science component of their applications when describing their learning goals in the application essay.
Deadlines
February 15 and October 15 of each year.
Program Dates
Applicants will be notified of acceptance into the program approximately 6-8 weeks after each application deadline. Internships usually begin approximately two months after notification of acceptance into the program, but the start date is flexible.
Description
The purpose of the STRI General Internship Program is to provide a place for internship applicants who are generally interested in STRI’s science to pursue a research experience with one of our scientific mentors based on their interests. Interns are selected based on merit and potential for achievement. We encourage you to review the projects listed on our Internship Opportunities page to find a match between your academic interests and a suitable research project overseen by STRI scientists. If have troubles identifying a suitable project, you could learn more about our scientific staff and research associates scientific interests on their webpages. Twice each year, a committee meets to distribute Federal funds and funds from generous donors who support our internship program. Certain funds are especially designated to support Latin American scholars. Applications are received through the Smithsonian Institution Online Academic Appointments system (SOLAA).
Eligibility
Application is open to undergraduates and recent graduates from any nationality who are interested in the research areas represented by STRI scientists.
Award
Our competitive paid internships provide a stipend to cover living expenses while at STRI (currently $1,250/month for up to 3 months, a total amount of $3,750 for stipend) and a round-trip coach airfare. Partial awards are occasionally given depending on funding availability. This internship does not include any research allowances.
