The Link Foundation Graduate Fellowship Program by the Smithsonian Institution supports 12 weeks of independent marine science research at the Smithsonian Marine Station in Florida.
Funder: Smithsonian Institution
Due Dates: November 1, 2026 | May 1, 2027 | November 1, 2025 | May 1, 2026
Funding Amounts: $9,000 stipend for a 12-week on-site fellowship; no additional travel or research allowances.
Summary: 12-week fellowships for graduate students to conduct independent marine science research at the Smithsonian Marine Station in Fort Pierce, FL.
The Link Foundation Graduate Fellowship Program, in partnership with the Smithsonian Institution, offers graduate students the opportunity to conduct 12 weeks of independent marine science research at the Smithsonian Marine Station at Fort Pierce, Florida. Fellows work closely with Smithsonian professional research staff, including resident investigators and marine scientists from across the Smithsonian, to advance their own research projects. The program provides hands-on, site-based research experience in a collaborative scientific community, fostering professional development and scientific discovery.