Are you ready to make an impact in the Gulf region while advancing your academic and professional goals?
In Fall 2025, UF Gulf Scholars is excited to offer several funded experiential learning opportunities that fulfill the Experiential Learning + Gulf Impact Project requirement for the Gulf Scholars medallion.
These competitive positions are open to all UF students, with preference given to those pursuing the medallion. If you haven’t yet enrolled in this new program, it’s not too late! Find out more info at UF Gulf Scholars Medallion. Don’t miss your chance to gain hands-on experience, contribute to meaningful projects, and connect with dedicated mentors.
Important Details
- Application deadlines vary by opportunity. See information below.
- All positions take place during the Fall 2025 semester
- Position compensation includes $1,200 stipend for 6–10 hours of work per week
- Academic credit is available upon request
Below, you’ll find descriptions of each opportunity along with links to apply.
Seagrass Research Internships with the UF Coastal and Marine Ecology Lab
Explore the vital role of Florida’s seagrass ecosystems through one of two hands-on research internships. The Gulf Coast Seagrass Stress Ecology Internship focuses on studying how climate and environmental factors affect seagrass health in the Gulf, while the Seagrass-Microbe Interactions Internship investigates the dynamic relationships between seagrasses and their microbial communities. These positions offer fieldwork, lab research, science communication opportunities and mentorship from leading marine scientists.
Gulf Stream: Environmental Stewardship & Sustainability
Learn more and apply
- Seagrass Stress Ecology Internship (Deadline Monday, July 7, 2025).
- Seagrass-Microbe Interactions Internship (Deadline: For full consideration, apply by June 15, 2025. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis through July 7, 2025.)
CLEO Institute – Gulf Scholars Climate Communication Outreach Internship
Work with The CLEO Institute, a leading climate advocacy and education organization, to design and implement outreach strategies that connect Gulf region residents with science-based climate information. This internship is ideal for students interested in environmental communication, policy, or community engagement.
Gulf Stream: Policy & Advocacy; Cultural Heritage, History and Storytelling
Deadline: Sunday, June 15, 2025
Learn more and apply: CLEO Institute Gulf Scholars Climate Communication Outreach Internship
Archival Research & Digital Exhibit in Cuban Studies Internship
Dig deep into the intersections of Gulf history and Cuban Studies through archival research that will support the creation of a digital exhibit. Ideal for students with interests in history, Latin American studies, or digital humanities.
Gulf Stream: Cultural Heritage, History & Storytelling
Deadline: Sunday, June 22, 2025
Learn more and apply: Archival Research & Digital Exhibit in Cuban Studies Internship
Gulf Scholars Environmental Communicators Internship
Join the UF Thompson Earth Systems Institute to become a Gulf Scholars Environmental Communicator. You’ll help translate complex environmental research related to the Gulf region into accessible stories for public audiences through writing, social media, and multimedia projects. Perfect for students interested in science communication, journalism, or environmental education.
Gulf Stream: Environmental Stewardship & Sustainability; Cultural Heritage, History, and Storytelling
Deadline: Sunday, June 15, 2025
Learn more and apply: Gulf Scholars Environmental Communicators Internship
Operation TRAP Gulf Scholars Internship
Support NOAA’s mission to mitigate marine debris impacts through the UF Operation TRAP project. Intern responsibilities include maintaining litter interception devices, collecting data, training volunteers, managing outreach efforts, and presenting findings. Ideal for students interested in environmental science, data collection, and community engagement.
Gulf Stream: Environmental Stewardship & Sustainability
Deadline: 11:59 p.m. on Friday, July 25, 2025
Learn more and apply: Operation TRAP Gulf Scholars Internship
For questions or additional details, feel free to email Rebecca Burton, Gulf Scholars program coordinator at rlburton@ufl.edu. We can’t wait to see your impactful contributions!
For questions or additional details, feel free to email Rebecca Burton, Gulf Scholars program coordinator at rlburton@ufl.edu. We can’t wait to see your impactful contributions!