United States · Internship · Reviewed 2026-10-16

Lake Michigan Water Quality and Microplastics Research Practicum

Environmental field internship investigating microplastic transport, urban stormwater pollutant runoff, and microbial water safety along Lake Michigan beaches.

Official university details ↗Research checked, not sponsored

Application checklist & requirements

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

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Undergraduate student in civil engineering, chemistry, or biology with min. 3.0 GPA
English language proficiency: English fluency
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Exempt
Thesis / Research statement: Water quality research interest statement
Recommendation letters: Environmental engineering faculty letter

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

Financial support / stipend: $4,000 summer research stipend sponsored by the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District
Application fee: $0
Tuition / joining costs: $0

Dates and verification

Application deadline: March 31, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-16

Official university details ↗Marquette Univ guide ↗Mentorship ↗Ask us — free ↗

Important verification note

Facts reflect official Marquette University documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

Reviewed 2026-10-16 · Editorial standards · Report an issue