Internships

The USDA 1890 National Scholars Program was established in 1992 as part of the partnership between USDA and the 1890 land-grant universities. The USDA 1890 National Scholars Program offers scholarships to U.S. citizens who are seeking a bachelor’s degree at one of the nineteen 1890 Land-Grant Universities in the fields of food, agriculture, natural resource sciences or other related disciplines. The 1890 National Scholars Program provides full tuition, fees, books, room and board, and a summer internship which may convert to full-time employment with USDA after graduation. High school and college students who are U.S. citizens are eligible to apply.

Download Publication ID: Are you a current or rising junior, senior or grad student interested in working in LSU AgCenter Cooperative Extension? Spend your summer learning how to plan and conduct extension programs by working alongside our educators at a parish Extension office.

Scripps Institution of Oceanography offers a variety of summer Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) programs.

Smithsonian Gardens (SG) provides an array of learning experiences through its internship program thanks to the wide diversity of services and programs it offers at the Smithsonian Institution, the world’s largest museum complex. These internships are open to undergraduate students, graduate students, and alumni. Interns will learn skills in a broad range of public garden endeavors from professional staff who provide a strong practical background for emerging horticulture, archives, landscape architecture, and education professionals.

The NFL is currently accepting applications for its Summer Internship Program. This is a 10-week summer internship program, from June 8 - August 14, 2026. Interns will be required to work five (5) full days per week and will be paid hourly.

Ongoing (No Deadline)

Job qualifications vary based on on the specific role or opportunity.