RMNP Research Fellowship
Rocky Mountain Conservancy
Award: $3,000–$8,000
Deadline: Feb 28, 2026
To provide one graduate-level student with a stipend and housing for valuable on-the-ground research projects supporting Rocky Mountain National Park management. Qualifications: Applicants must graduate students to apply their talents to conducting research in the national parks; participant must be currently enrolled in, or in the process of graduating from, a graduate level program at an accredited college or university; participant must show proven excellence in scholarship and research, or training in the fields of natural and/or cultural resources; the applicant's goals should include an interest in a career with national or state parks in interpretation, natural or cultural resources, resource management, or environmental education; participant should exhibit the ability to communicate effectively to both general and public audiences; participant should exhibit a willingness to contribute to the purposes of the Rocky Mountain Research Fellowship Program and assist the National Park Service by sharing knowledge, skill, and enthusiasm. Selection criteria: Selection will be based on committee's criteria. How to apply: Applicants must submit online nomination form; applications should include the following sections: cover letter; introduction; overview; objectives/Hypotheses to be tested; methods; products; references; resume; three letters of support. Focus: General studies/Field of study not specified.