Black Hills Forest & Watershed Field Ecology Practicum

Summer field internship partnering with the US Forest Service monitoring ponderosa pine regeneration, mountain pine beetle dynamics, and trout stream water quality.

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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: 2.8/4.0 in biology, environmental science, or geology
English language proficiency: English proficiency
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Resume and outdoor fieldwork physical capability declaration
Recommendation letters: One faculty reference

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

Financial support / stipend: $3,600 monthly summer stipend plus field vehicle use
Application fee: None
Tuition / joining costs: Tuition-free experiential work term

Dates and verification

Application deadline: March 15, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Black Hills State University (BHSU) documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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