WHOI Summer Student Fellowship
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution
Award: $680–$700
Deadline: Feb 5, 2026
To offer promising students a meaningful, first-hand introduction to research in oceanography, oceanographic engineering, or marine policy. Qualifications: Applicants must be undergraduate students who will have completed their junior year at colleges or universities by the start of the fellowship period; students who will graduate before the fellowship begins are not eligible to apply; preference is given to students studying in any of the fields of science or engineering including but not limited to the fields of biology, chemistry, engineering, geology, geophysics, mathematics, meteorology, physics, oceanography, and marine policy; students must have at least a tentative interest in the ocean sciences, oceanographic engineering, or marine policy; through the Summer Student Fellowship program, WHOI's aim is to provide promising students with a meaningful first-hand introduction to research in oceanography, oceanographic engineering, or marine policy. Selection criteria: Selection is based on a holistic review of the applicant's previous academic and scientific achievements, interests, and promise as future ocean scientists or ocean engineers. How to apply: Applicants must submit online nomination form; a current CV or resume that shows educational background and work experience; a current unofficial transcript, a PDF document; two letters of recommendation from professors or others familiar with the applicant's academic credentials; research statement questions. Focus: Maritime studies; Oceanography.