The Marine Physical Laboratory Summer Internship Program
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The Marine Physical Laboratory (MPL) at world-renowned Scripps Institution of Oceanography (SIO) at the University of California San Diego (UC San Diego) seeks inquisitive, motivated undergraduates with exceptional aptitude for quantitative science to apply for the MPL Summer Internship Program.
The MPL Summer Internship program is a paid eight-week research program where students complete their own individual research project under the mentorship of some of the most notable scientists in the world. In addition to their research, students will attend weekly seminars, participate in hands-on activities, and more. Undergraduate college students majoring in oceanography, applied mathematics, engineering, physics, chemistry, biology, geology and related majors are encouraged to apply.
Interns receive a $18.25/hour salary and a *taxable stipend to offset costs of housing, meals, transportation, etc. For more information and resources, please visit the Internship Program FAQ page.
ELIGIBILITY
- Applicants must be US citizens or permanent residents currently enrolled in their second or third year of undergraduate status. Senior year undergrads, former MPL interns, and high school applicants are not eligible.
- Applicants must be at least 18 years of age as of the internship start date.
- Applicants must be available to start in June 2026 and work 40 hours/week for entire duration of the internship.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
The application is now open. Please click HERE to apply.
REQUIRED DOCUMENT
- Resume
- Statement of interest (limited to 200 words), including anticipated date of graduation
- Academic records / unofficial transcripts
- Two letters of recommendation from current / recent professors