Research Opportunities

As part of your academic program in Environmental Science and Studies, all students must complete either ENVS 485, Environmental Internship or ENVS 482, Environmental Research.  

Registering for research credit always requires permission of the Program Director.

Obtaining credit for ENVS 482 requires that students be actively engaged in a research project.   One option is to work with one of the faculty members on campus.   A second option is to become involved in one of the projects listed below, but this requires that a series of conversations occur prior to the research experience.  For either option, it is critical that you contact the Program Director for permission.  

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Students interested in research are eligible to apply for support from the
Fisher College of Science and Mathematics.  See link for details.
Anita C. Leight Estuary Center -  The Otter Point Creek Alliance and the Chesapeake Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve in Maryland are co-sponsoring summer research internships for the summer of 2009.  Internships are open to qualified undergraduate and graduate students to conduct a summer research project within the Otter Point Creek Component of the Maryland Reserve.
 
The Keck Geology Consortium has undergraduate research opportunities for approximately 47 undergraduate students in a wide variety of geological/environmental science sub-disciplines and locations.  Click link for details and links to more detailed information.  Deadline for applications is February 2nd, 2009. 
Summer of Applied Geophysical Experience (SAGE).  The core SAGE program is a three-week graduate and advanced undergraduate course of instruction and research in exploration geophysics.  Click link for poster and web site links for more detailed information.  Deadline for applications for SAGE 2008 is March 31st.
 
Summer Research in Dublin - Collections-Based Biology in Dublin (COBiD) Undergraduate Research Experience & Knowledge Award.  This summer programme offers research projects and activities for students in organismal biology using biological collections.  Includes assistance with air transportation to and from Dublin, accommodations in Dublin and a small weekly allowance, as well as project expenses.
The National Science Foundation supports a Research Experiences for Undergraduates that provides excellent opportunities for all undergraduate with interest in any of the sciences.  Follow this link and then refine your search by entering 'environment' to or any other key phrase.   These are really extraordinary opportunities.  If accepted into a program you will receive a summer stipend.  Living expenses and travel are usually covered.  Anyone considering going onto graduate school or going into research should apply.  You can apply at any time during your tenure in college.   
 
Specific institutions who have received REU funding have come to us soliciting applications - Please click HERE for a listing of those institutions seeking applications for Summer 2007.  
 
Oak Ridge Associated Universities Internships Program provides opportunities for qualified undergraduates and first year graduate students to receive hands-on experience in a real-world setting that prepares them to become part of tomorrow's workforce.  Summer internships available.  See link for more information.
 
Sea Grant Maryland is offering a Research Experience for Undergraduates for thirteen students to conduct marine research on the Chesapeake Bay - the program is especially designed for students majoring in such fields as biology, chemistry, ecology, physics, engineering, mathematics and marine and environmental science. Applications are due February 29, 2008.
 
Summer Institute for Training in Biostatistics is offering an exciting six-week program where the participant will learn about biostatistics, a fundamental component of biomedical and public health research based on mathematical, statistical, and biological principles.  See link for more details. Deadline for submitting applications is March 2, 2007.
 
Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education provides undergraduate and graduates with opportunities to enhance their education development through practical research experiences closely related to his/her field of study.