DaRin Butz Foundation Research Internship Program - Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University
This 10-week summer internship offers undergraduates hands-on research in plant biodiversity, mentorship, and scientific communication training at the Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University.
Funder: Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University
Due Dates: February 15, 2026 (Application submission & letter of recommendation upload)
Funding Amounts: $6,250 stipend for 10 weeks; up to $550 travel reimbursement
Summary: Hands-on summer research internship for undergraduates in plant biodiversity, with mentorship and scientific communication training.
Description
The DaRin Butz Foundation Research Internship Program at the Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University is a ten-week, full-time summer internship designed for undergraduates in the life sciences. Participants engage in original research projects related to plant biodiversity under the guidance of Arboretum advisors, gaining experience in all stages of scientific research—from project development to dissemination of results. Interns join weekly reading groups, participate in scientific activities, and present their work at an end-of-program symposium. Research themes include plant adaptation and speciation, urban ecosystems, evolutionary diversification, ecosystem ecology, and global change. The program emphasizes mentorship, hands-on research, and training in scientific communication.
