The Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC) will consider applications from currently enrolled undergraduate and Master's students, or students who have recently graduated from undergraduate or Master's programs. Applicants should have professional learning goals that can be supported through the mentorship of SERC staff and must be able to commit fully to the completion of a project. Internships are open to US citizens, US permanent residents, and international students. 

SERC is also a National Science Foundation Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) site - learn more about the REU Program. The REU internship is a professional learning experience that takes place for 10 weeks over the summer. Summer REU funding is only available for current undergraduate students who are US citizens or permanent residents.  

All students are encouraged to apply. Typically, we have a number of funding sources supporting a variety of students at all stages of their careers. All interns are required to complete a project and present their findings at the end of their internship. 

The Smithsonian is committed to ensuring that all intern applicants are treated equitably in an environment that is free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, gender stereotyping, pregnancy, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, parental or marital status, or genetic information.