This Smithsonian fellowship supports graduate student research in invertebrate zoology at the National Museum of Natural History, providing access to collections, labs, and expert mentorship for a 10-week residency.
Funder: Smithsonian Institution
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $10,000 stipend for 10 weeks, plus up to $5,000 research allowance and relocation support
Summary: Supports short-term, resident graduate student research in invertebrate zoology at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History.
Key Information: Priority given to graduate students who have not previously conducted research at NMNH.
This fellowship provides short-term, resident opportunities for graduate students to conduct research in invertebrate zoology at the Department of Invertebrate Zoology, National Museum of Natural History (NMNH), Smithsonian Institution, Washington, DC. The program is designed to give access to the museum’s collections, facilities, and expertise, with a focus on students who have not previously worked at NMNH. The fellowship aims to inspire and train the next generation of natural history researchers.