USGS Alaska Science Center Wildlife Ecology Practicum Internship

Fourteen-week research internship assisting federal scientists with waterfowl avian influenza surveillance, migratory bird banding, and coastal tundra permafrost monitoring.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Minimum 3.0 GPA in graduate environmental science or biology
English language proficiency: Fluent English proficiency
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Federal security background check and technical fieldwork resume
Recommendation letters: Graduate advisor recommendation

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: $5,000 USD semester practicum stipend from federal agency
Application fee: $0 USD
Tuition / joining costs: Curricular credit integration

Dates and verification

Application deadline: January 31, 2027 (Summer 2027 placement)
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Alaska Pacific University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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