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University of Hawai'i at Mānoa - College of Natural Sciences

STUDENT ACADEMIC SUCCESS CENTER

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Internships

Further your education by applying for Internships! Gain experience and explore a discipline or career that interests you. Check out the resources below to look for great places to start looking for internships and recently advertised opportunities.

  • Resources

    School of Life Sciences Internship Opportunities

    List of internship opportunities offered by the School of Life Sciences' and departments within.

    NSF Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU)

    The National Science Foundation (NSF) funds a large number of research opportunities for undergraduate students through its REU Sites program. An REU Site consists of a group of ten or so undergraduates who work in the research programs of the host institution. Each student is associated with a specific research project, where he/she works closely with the faculty and other researchers. Students are granted stipends and, in many cases, assistance with housing and travel.

    University of Hawaii Space Grant Fellowships

    The University of Hawai‘i Space Grant Consortium (HSGC), as a participant in the National Space Grant College and Fellowship Program, invites applicants for HSGC University Research Internships (HSGC URI) to support original research projects in the fields relevant to NASA's goals as defined in its current Strategic Plan. The program expands opportunities for U.S. citizens to participate in NASA's aeronautics and space programs by supporting and enhancing science and engineering education, research, and outreach programs.

    Native Hawaiian Science Engineering Mentorship Program (NHEMP)

    NHSEMP strives to increase the advancement of underserved students in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). In particular, they reach out to Native Hawaiian, Polynesian, Alaska Native, and Native American pre-college, community college, undergraduate, and graduate students.

    Our Project in Hawaii's Intertidal (OPIHI) Undergraduate Internship

    OPIHI is a program that surveys intertidal and coastal areas in Hawai‘i. You will work with scientists and other students to engage in the entire scientific process—from writing a proposal to collecting data to sharing your findings. You will participate in multiple projects focused on Hawai‘i’s intertidal and coastal systems. Past projects have included ecology-based work across O‘ahu on subjects such as invasive algal communities, coral recruitment dynamics, water quality mapping, feeding dynamics in fishponds, limu (algae) aquaculture, and crab population and baseline surveys.

    ICS Internship Opportunities Spreadsheet

    The ICS Advising Team has created a google sheet with a list of internship opportunities.

    For upperclassmen and alumni, if you would like to share an internship opportunity and have it posted on the list please let Kenny, the ICS major advisor, know via email.

Recently Advertised Internships

Summer 2025 Mechanical Engineering Internship

Oceanit is offering a Summer 2025 Mechanical Engineering Internship for students majoring in Mechanical Engineering, Astronomy, Physics, or related technology fields. Interns will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience while collaborating with industry leaders on complex problems and innovative technologies. This internship offers exposure to cutting-edge research and development, contributing to projects with a global impact. Pay ranges from $16.00 to $30.00 per hour.
Applications are due by February 7th, 2025.

Akamai Internship Program 2025

The Akamai Internship Program offers college students from Hawai‘i an opportunity to gain summer work experience at an observatory, company, or scientific/technical facility in or affiliated with Hawaiʻi. Similar to last year, they will have placements available in Hilo and Waimea on Big Island, Kihei and Pukalani on Maui, as well as at UC Observatories, Santa Cruz.

Health Sciences Summer Programs at VCU with Stipends

The VCU Diversity P.A.T.H.S. (Promoting Access To Health Sciences) is now accepting applications for their 2025 Summer Pathway Programs! The programs include 1) Summer Academic Enrichment Program (SAEP) and 2) Allied Health Career Exploration (AHCE). Join their Live Virtual Information Session with Q+A on Thursday, November 21 from 2-3PM (HST) to learn more information!
The priority deadlines for SAEP and AHCE is Saturday, February 1.

NIIMBL eXperience Summer 2025

The National Institute for Innovation in Manufacturing Biopharmaceuticals (NIIMBL) is now accepting applications to their NIIMBL eXperience, an exclusive, all-expenses-paid immersion program designed to provide first and second-year college students with real-world insight into biopharmaceutical industry careers. Since its launch in 2019, 139 students have gained hands-on experience and networked with industry professionals, leading to internships at top companies like Merck, MilliporeSigma, and Pfizer. In 2025, seven new programs will be offered across various locations, including ACPHS, Purdue, and the University of Houston.
The deadline to apply is on February 7th, 2025.

Salamander Population Adaptation Research Collaboration Network (SPARCnet)

Are you interested in gaining research experience? The Salamander Population Adaptation Research Collaboration Network (SPARCnet) is hiring up to 10 research fellows at universities in the Northeast/Midwest U.S. This is a paid one-year fellowship where mentees will work with mentors and the SPARCnet team to develop groups and individualized research projects!
Apply by Sunday, February 15, 2025.

The UMass Chan Medical School Summer Undergraduate Research Program

Applications are being accepted for the UMass Chan Medical School Summer Undergraduate Research Program, a 10-week, hands-on research experience in biomedical science. Participants will gain invaluable exposure to cutting-edge research in areas such as Cancer Biology, Immunology, Neuroscience, and Bioinformatics, all while working closely with faculty and mentors. Stipends, travel, and housing are provided, and opportunities to present research at national conferences will be available.
The deadline for applications is Monday, March 3, 2025.

Lyon Arboretum Summer Internship Opportunities

Apply now to one of the multiple paid summer positions being offered by the Lyon Arboretum. Internship opportunities touch base on education, grounds and collections, horticulture, and micropropagation lab experience. Apply by March 14, 2025.

NASA DEVELOP Summer 2025 Opportunities

The NASA DEVELOP National Program is now accepting applications fro their 10-week paid research opportunities! They are looking for current students, recent graduates, and early career professionals. These positions will focus on environmental challenges, utilizing NASA's Earth-observing satellites to support local, national, and international communities. This is an excellent chance for those interested in remote sensing, GIS, and Earth science applications. Participants will collaborate with NASA scientists and partners to tackle pressing issues like water resources, disaster management, and ecological conservation. The application window closes on February 21, 2025, for the term running from June 2–August 8, 2025.

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