External Research Opportunities
Research Funding & Internships
Louisiana Biomedical Research Network (LBRN) 2026 Summer Research Program
various locations in Louisiana
Application Deadline: Tuesday, March 31, 2026
*** In Louisiana***
The Louisiana Biomedical Research Network (LBRN) is excited to announce the 2026 Summer Research Program. This program is designed to enhance biomedical research across Louisiana by providing students with access to state-of-the-art infrastructure and mentorship.
Core Focus: Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, and Cell and Molecular Biology.
UNO Women’s Center Scholarships
***FOR UNO STUDENTS***
Application Deadline: March 27, 2026
The Women’s Center of UNO administers several scholarships and book awards. Awards are for undergraduate students only. Visit the Women’s Center Scholarships’ page for more information.
Contact womenscenter@uno.edu with questions.
LaSPACE Support for Advanced Flight Opportunities for Students (SAFOS) Program
***FOR Louisiana COLLEGE STUDENTS***
Application Deadline: Open-ended, as funding is available: (Faculty mentors submit the application)
The SAFOS program aims to encourage student participation in aerospace research by providing funds for the development of student satellite payloads and other space-engineering products. SAFOS was developed with several established advanced flight programs in mind. Advanced flight projects offer student scientists and engineers a real-world technical and project management experience, which contributes to a skilled technical workforce for the aerospace industry. Funds from SAFOS may be used to support student teams participating in programs like HASP, RockSat-C, and RockSat-X. Other advanced flight programs that emphasize a complete project lifecycle, from design to build through flight and post-flight analysis, are eligible.
Interdisciplinary Research Experiences in Louisiana’s Changing Coastal Environments
Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium (LUMCON), Chauvin, LA
Application Deadline: March 9, 2026
*** In Louisiana***
REU participants will spend ten weeks (June 1st – August 7th) at LUMCON conducting independent research projects with guidance from scientific mentors / mentor teams and participate in a series of career and skill-building workshops and activities while interacting with peers participating in other aspects of LUMCON’s summer programs. Each student is paired with a scientific mentor(s) based on mutual research interests. The REU program is designed to give students a meaningful, hands-on research experience that takes advantage of state-of-the-art methods and technologies available at LUMCON. This summer, mentors are interested in supporting interns to conduct research in a number of topic areas, including: ecosystem ecology, biogeochemistry, habitat forming species, phytoplankton ecology, marine plant physiological ecology, behavioral ecology, sea level rise, marsh and estuarine biodiversity, disturbance ecology, dissolved oxygen dynamics, wetland science, bioimaging and fluid mechanics, restoration science, and biodiversity information science.
Scientists in Parks
The National Park Service
Application Deadline: Various dates
The Scientists in Parks work experience program supports the management of natural resources by funding interdisciplinary projects in the biological sciences, physical sciences, social sciences, communications & education. Participation provides a real-world opportunity to gain valuable work experience while exploring career options in science and land management. Successful participants will enjoy opportunities to learn new skills, network with career professionals, and contribute meaningfully to the protection of America’s most beloved places. In addition, many Scientists in Parks projects afford outstanding opportunities for mentorship and leadership development.
The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) National Internship Program (HNIP)
The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities
Application Deadline: various
Since 1992, HACU has offered one of the best internship programs in the country. Interns gain invaluable professional experience within a federal agency, while getting paid! Interns can be fall, spring or summer, with virtual, hybrid and in-person formats. Your institution does not have to be a member of HACU, in order for you to apply. All majors are eligible.
Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana (CRCL) Volunteer Opportunities
Various locations
Various opportunities
The Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana (CRCL) has several upcoming volunteer events pertaining to restoring Louisiana’s coast that may be of interest to UNO students! Each event starts with an introductory talk discussing the issues at hand and what is being done to combat them. All volunteers are provided with lunch and a free t-shirt! If interested, reach out to volunteers@crcl.org.
Grants in Aid of Research Program
Sigma Xi: The Scientific Research Honor Society
Application Deadline: March 15; October 1
The Sigma Xi Grants in Aid of Research (GIAR) program awards grants of up to $1,000 to students from most areas of the sciences and engineering. Designated funds from the National Academy of Sciences allow for grants of up to $5,000 for astronomy research and $2,500 for vision related research. Students use the funding to pay for travel expenses to and from a research site, or for purchase of non-standard laboratory equipment necessary to complete a specific research project.
Science, Technology, and Policy Program
U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)
Application Deadline: Continuous
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Science, Technology and Policy Program is designed to provide opportunities to participate in programs, projects, and activities at the Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management (FECM). The STP Program provides an opportunity for highly talented scientists and engineers to participate in technical and policy-related FECM projects. FECM will provide a supplemental stipend to offset the costs of health insurance. Participants are eligible to purchase health insurance plans offered through ORISE. Participants may receive an allowance for education and/or scientific activities as approved by FECM. The initial appointment can be for one year or less, but may be renewed upon recommendation of FECM contingent on the availability of funds up to 4 additional years. The appointment can be made on a full-time or part-time basis.
NSF101
National Science Foundation
Application Deadline: Various
Every year, approximately 200,000 men and women leave U.S. military service and return to civilian life. NSF is committed to making sure that our nation’s veterans have pathways into STEM education and careers. The Supporting Veterans in STEM Careers Act, signed into law in 2020, directs NSF to "encourage veterans to study and pursue careers in STEM and computer science". As such, NSF offers several programs and initiatives to help veterans transition into a science and engineering career. As of a review in June 2020, there were 275 NSF-funded projects, in more than 100 programs across all directorates, that feature veterans. Linked are just some of the resources for veterans wishing to enter a STEM career.
Internships
Wilson Center
Application Deadline: Various
The Center offers a wide range of part-time internship opportunities to current, recent, or returning college students. Wilson Center interns have the opportunity to develop both research and professional skills, and to participate in the numerous activities and events held at the Center. There are at least 80-90 interns at the Center at any given time. Availability of positions generally corresponds to the beginning of the fall, spring, and summer terms. Most internships are unpaid. The Wilson Center has two different internship programs (Research Assistant internships and Staff Assistant internships) with separate applications and deadlines.
Funding Opportunities for Classics, Ancient History, Art History, & Archaeology
Society for Classical Studies
Application Deadline: Various
Linked is an annotated list of funding opportunities for undergraduate students, graduate students, and current and aspiring teachers of classical philology, ancient history, and classical archaeology.
STEM Internships & Fellowships
Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE)
Application Deadline: Various
Browse the opportunities in the catalog by using the filter or search features to find an opportunity that is right for you. Applications are accepted from current students, recent graduates, and U.S. College/University faculty year-round.
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Opportunities
Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE)
Application Deadline: Various
Browse the opportunities in the catalog by using the filter or search features to find an opportunity that is right for you. Applications are accepted from current students, recent graduates, and U.S. College/University faculty year-round.
Interns
NASA
Application Deadline: Various
Being an astronaut isn’t the only cool thing about space. Interns use their creativity and innovation to work on projects impacting NASA’s mission, such as returning to the Moon by 2024. As a NASA intern, you will be part of an amazing team that is dedicated to space exploration. You will work with leading experts and gain valuable experience as you participate in research and mission projects. Come dream with us and change the future. Applicants for this internship must be U.S. citizens.
Scholarships
Garden Club of America
Application Deadline: Various
Since 1928 when the Rome Prize Fellowship in Landscape Architecture was established, The Garden Club of America has funded more than 1,400 recipients. The GCA offers 29 merit-based scholarships in 12 areas.
Awards
American Society of Naturalists
Application Deadline: Various
The American Society of Naturalists confers several awards each year to honor scientists of great distinction.
Science Undergraduate Laboratory Internships (SULI)
U.S. Dept. of Energy, Office of Science
Application Deadline: Various
The Science Undergraduate Laboratory Internships (SULI) program encourages undergraduate students and recent graduates to pursue science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) careers by providing research experiences at the Department of Energy (DOE) laboratories. Selected students participate as interns appointed at one of 17 participating DOE laboratories/facilities. They perform research, under the guidance of laboratory staff scientists or engineers, on projects supporting the DOE mission. Applications for the SULI program are solicited annually for three separate internship terms. Internship appointments are 10 weeks in duration for the Summer Term (May through August) or 16 weeks in duration for the Fall (August through December) and Spring (January through May) Terms. Each DOE laboratory/facility offers different research opportunities; not all DOE laboratories/facilities offer internships during the Fall and Spring Terms.
Internships for Undergraduate and Graduate Students
The Metropolitan Museum of Art - New York City
Application Deadline: Various
Join a community of interns to gain professional skills and learn about museum practice. The Met has over forty department areas that host interns from a wide variety of academic backgrounds. These internships are available to undergraduate and graduate students, as well as recent graduates. Internships for high school students are also available. If you have questions, contact The Met at collegeprograms@metmuseum.org
MFA Boston Pathways Internships
Museum of Fine Arts - Boston, Massachusetts
Application Deadlines: Fall, Spring and Summer placements, so deadlines vary
The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, invites college and university students to participate in the life of the Museum through the MFA Pathways internship program. Through semester-long undergraduate-level paid internships in departments across the institution, MFA Pathways interns gain hands-on training in specific museum roles, participate in professional development to learn about a range of museum careers and practices, and build professional networks on which to draw in advancing career aspirations.
Scholarship and Training Grants
Women Divers Hall of Fame
Application Deadline: Various
The Women Divers Hall of Fame (WDHOF) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to honoring and raising awareness of the contributions of outstanding women divers. WDHOF provides educational, mentorship, financial, and career opportunities to the diving community throughout the world. Each year, WDHOF awards scholarships and training grants that provide financial and educational support to individuals of all ages. A variety of scholarship opportunities are available for all divers.
Counterterrorism and Forensic Science Research Unit (CFSRU) Visiting Scientist Program (VSP)
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
Application Deadline: Year-round
As a participant with the Counterterrorism and Forensic Science Research Unit (CFSRU) Visiting Scientist Program (VSP), you will have an opportunity to enhance your professional development and increase your research capabilities and contributions by participating in forensic research initiatives utilizing state-of-the-art equipment under the mentorship of CFSRU scientists. The VSP will expose you to a research environment in a high security government facility and provides an opportunity to perform research in areas of interest unique to law enforcement and national security.
Jobs and Internships
Foundation for Defense of Democracies
Application Deadline: Year-round
Based in downtown Washington, D.C., the Foundation for Defense of Democracies has a number of internship opportunities available during the spring, fall and summer semesters. All FDD interns will have the opportunity to participate in a twice-monthly speaker series, which brings high-level DC officials and senior staff members to engage with interns in an intimate setting. FDD interns will be encouraged to build on their academic skills by working closely with senior staff. FDD is also happy to assist students who wish to earn academic credit for this internship. All internships are unpaid. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. It is recommended that interested candidates submit applications early.
Short Term Internship
CERN
Application Deadline: Year-round
If you’re an undergraduate in the technical or administrative fields and you’re looking to spend a few months training “on-the-job”, imagine doing your internship at CERN in Geneva. An impressive addition to your CV! They offer a limited number of places throughout in our practical training programme, with a duration of 1 to maximum 6 months geared towards your particular field of study.
Student Grants
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
Application Deadline: Year-round
IEEE is offering grants to both students and faculty mentors to help with graduate and capstone design projects with an industry standards component. IEEE will publish the results as a student application paper.
Internships
Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunisation (Gavi)
Application Deadline: Various
Both Geneva and DC offices welcome talented and motivated individuals to join our internship programme, designed to advance your career and give you an opportunity to contribute to Gavi’s mission. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from all qualified candidates.
NACA Foundation Scholarship Opportunities
National Association for Campus Activities
Application Deadline: Various
The NACA Foundation offers numerous scholarships that are available to undergraduate and graduate students, student leaders, professional staff and associate members on an annual basis. Scholarship nominations are solicited each year. However, awards will only be made when the specific scholarship fund is above the designated minimum established.
Music Awards, Internships, Scholarships
BMI Foundation
Application Deadline: Various
Scholarships & Awards
Embroiderers' Guild of America
Application Deadline: Various
EGA offers scholarships and awards to encourage study and excellence in needlework. Amounts awarded may vary each year.
Other Multidisciplinary Opportunities
Department of Defense/Oak Ridge Institute
Application Deadline: Various
Search for other opportunities for Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REUs) through the searchable database.
Other Multidisciplinary Opportunities
National Science Foundation
Application Deadline: Various
Search for other opportunities for Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REUs) through the NSF search page.
Internships, Scholarships, & Fellowships
National Sea Grant Program
Application Deadlines: Various
Search for opportunities through the National Sea Grant Program.
Summer Programs
Keck Graduate Institute (KGI)
Various
KGI’s summer programs will boost your academic career as you prepare for graduate-level studies or a career in healthcare or biotech. These programs will not only help you decide your career pathway—they are also a great way to gain exposure to the biotechnology, medicine, life sciences, and pharmaceutical industries, while improving the skills and qualifications to boost your resume.
Travel Awards
UNO Student Travel Fund (SGA)
The Student Government Association (SGA) budgets for student academic travel each year to assist students who would like to attend conferences and workshops to enrich their education at the University of New Orleans. All current UNO students are eligible to apply for funds.
Visit the SGA Student Travel Fund Page to find out more information.
Presentation Opportunities & Contests
50 Word Fiction Prize
Scottish Book Trust
Application Deadline: Monthly
Can you write a story in just 50 words? We’ll provide a prompt to get you started, but where the story goes from there is entirely up to you. Entrants must write a piece of short fiction based on the prompt provided. Entrants may submit only one entry. Entries should be close to but no more than 50 words. The prize consists of one mug from The Literary Gift Company for the all-age category, a notebook for teen winners, a selection of books for the young writers category and books for the Gaelic category.
Writing Contests
Fish Publishing
Application Deadline: Various
Fish Publishing runs four annual International Writing Contests: Short Story, Short Memoir, Flash Fiction, and Poetry. Renowned poets and writers select ten from each contest for publication in the Annual Fish Anthology. Fish endeavours to publish outstanding new writers and poets.
Awards & Prizes
Society for Applied Anthropology
Application Deadline: Various
The Society for Applied Anthropology proudly sponsors prestigious awards including the Malinowski Award, the Peter K. New Award, and the Sol Tax Award; as well as co-sponsoring the Margaret Mead Award with the American Anthropological Association. In addition, the Society offers 12 student travel awards to help offset the costs of attending the Annual Meeting.
External Research Opportunities
If you are a UNO student who'd like to participate in a summer research program, submit your work to a conference, or apply for a research-oriented internship, review these listings. You may also request a presentation on best practices for applying.
The UNO Office of Research and the Center for Undergraduate Research & Creativity work to identify and compile lists of research opportunities for undergraduate students. These opportunities are shared with UNO undergraduate students through email.
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