Unique Strengths Internships

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Dr. Amy Biddle researching with students in an animal science lab

Unique Strengths Undergraduate Research Internship

The CANR Unique Strengths summer undergraduate research internship program will provide support for a 10-week undergraduate research internship experience with a CANR faculty member. The CANR Unique Strengths encompass five research areas:

Genetics and Genomics
Mitigation of and adaptation to climate change
A “one health” approach to animal, plant, human and ecosystems;
Sustainable food systems, landscapes and ecosystems; and
The human dimensions of agriculture and natural resources

Eligible undergraduates must be nominated by a CANR faculty member. Once nominated, each nominee will need to provide a brief personal statement articulating how the internship experience with the nominating faculty member will serve their longer-term career goals and interests.

The 10-week internship begins the week of June 5 ending the week of August 14.

For more information, please check in with your faculty advisor.

Experiential Learning Opportunities

CANR Summer Institute

Summer research and education experiences to undergraduates (both UD and non-UD students) who are interested in pursuing an advanced degree in the agricultural, natural resources, or life sciences.

Center for Food Systems and Sustainability Internship

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Delaware Water Resources Center Internships

UDWRC water internships provide a unique opportunity for undergraduate students, faculty, and scientists to be directly involved in research and education that address critical water resources issues.

Extension Scholars

During this summer internship, students will follow Cooperative Extension's service learning model, implemented through one of extension's four program areas: 4-H youth development, family and consumer sciences, lawn and garden, and agriculture and natural resources. Applications will be accepted until February 11.

UD Botanic Gardens Internship Program

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UDairy Creamery Internships

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UD Envision

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UD Fresh to You Internship

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Unique Strengths Undergraduate Research Internships

The CANR Unique Strengths summer undergraduate research internship program will provide support for a 10-week undergraduate research internship experience with a CANR faculty member.