Undergraduate Marine Research Internship Grant

Undergraduate Marine Research Internship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Women Divers Hall of Fame
Amount: US $1,500
Last Updated: August 14, 2025

Summary

The Undergraduate Marine Research Internship, offered by the Women Divers Hall of Fame, provides a $1,000 scholarship to female undergraduate students participating in marine biology internships. Eligible applicants must have completed at least 30 credits or be in their junior year, while still enrolled in an academic program. This scholarship helps offset internship-related expenses and is geared towards supporting the next generation of women in marine science.

Overview

Women Divers Hall of Fame Dedicated to Recognizing and Honoring the Contributions of Women Divers WDHOF Members are the pioneers, leaders, innovators and world record holders throughout the international diving community. These areas of diving and undersea endeavors include: the Arts, Science, Medicine, Exploration & Technology, Marine Archeology, Business, Media, Training & Education, Safety, Commercial & Military Diving, Free Diving, and Underwater Sports. There are currently one hundred and eighty-six Members in the Women Divers Hall of Fame, hailing from thirty U.S. states and Territories and twelve countries worldwide. WDHOF Members are selected on an annual basis. Undergraduate Marine Research Internship A $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a still-matriculated undergraduate student who will be participating in a confirmed internship program with a focus in marine biology. The internship and logistical details should be identified by the applicant and provided with their application packet. If the applicant has not yet received the internship award, s/he should provide details for one or more applications that the applicant has submitted but not yet received confirmation of the award (but note that receipt of the UMRI award is preferential to an applicant with an internship confirmed). Students must provide documentation to verify that they have completed at least 30 credits or hold at least first year (junior) status prior to starting the internship; applicants must still be enrolled in an academic program during participation in the internship for which they are applying. This scholarship can be used to offset expenses (e.g., travel, lodging, research expenses) related to the internship. The internship is typically ~3 month long (or completed during a summer session), though longer duration exceptions will be considered.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Applicant must be a female undergraduate student.Students must have completed at least 30 credits or who has completed at least one year of college prior to starting the internship.