Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute Internships

Opportunity 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 a scientific mentor based on their interests. Internships provide the opportunity to meet and work with scientists from around the world, gain hands-on experience in academia and research, and delve into Panama’s rich ecosystems and culture.

For more information about current projects, please see the opportunities page.

Minimum Qualifications and/or Eligibility Requirements: 

The STRI application is open to all nationalities. Eligible applicants are undergraduates and recent graduates interested in the research areas represented by STRI scientists.

Application Process: 

Applications are received through the Smithsonian Institution Online Academic Appointments system (SOLAA). Access the system and submit your application here.

Interns are selected based on merit and potential for achievement. 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.

Application Deadline: 

Tuesday, February 15, 2022
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