Summer Scholars

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A Work-Ready Training Program

The Summer Scholars Program is a paid 10-week program that places undergraduate students from around the country with a variety of Oregon-based host organizations (tribal, public agency, non-profit, non-governmental).

The program provides a diversity of students with hands-on experience under the mentorship of a career professional. Scholars can assist host agencies with field work, lab work, analysis, research, policy development, and outreach and public engagement efforts.

The goal of the OSG Summer Scholars Program is to contribute to a diverse ocean workforce that understands the technical and social challenges facing coastal communities and the natural environment. In addition, the program helps prepare undergraduate students for graduate school and careers in marine science, policy, management and outreach.

Please review the "How to Apply" section of this website and the Application Resources page for more information about how to assemble a strong application. In addition, you may reach out to Jenny Engels with additional questions.

How to Apply

The newest application and position descriptions will be posted in early February, 2025; and the application deadline will be mid-February, 2025.  Stay tuned for 2025 application and host information. 

To get an idea for what to expect, see below for information from 2024.

Summer 2024 Final Symposium talks

Summer 2023 Final Symposium talks

2024 Summer Scholars application

List of 2024 hosts, internship locations, and projects

No letters of recommendation are required. Any undergraduate student currently enrolled in any U.S. college or university (or who will have graduated during the 2024-2025 academic year) may apply.