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Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History Research Training Program
Who is eligible?
Currently enrolled, full-time undergraduates (generally sophomores and juniors) students seeking a career in Anthropology, Botany, Entomology, Invertebrate Zoology, Mineral Sciences and Geology, Paleobiology or Vertebrate Zoology. Students must be proficient in English.
Scholarship Description
The Research Training Program is a ten week summer program for currently enrolled undergraduate students interested in a career in the biological, geological or anthropological sciences. Students partner with a Smithsonian scientist to investigate a natural history research topic as well as participate in a series of lectures, workshops, demonstrations, behind-the-scenes tours, and field trips. Research is conducted in-residence at the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History in Washington, D.C. PAID APPOINTMENT. Selectees are provided stipend ($3,000), plus housing, travel, and research support.
Deadlines
January 15, 2012
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