The Great Lakes Commission (GLC) is looking to hire a 2026 Michigan Sea Grant summer intern! This position will fund an undergraduate to work on aquatic invasive species (AIS) projects relevant to the Great Lakes.
Project description: This intern will have the opportunity to work on two GLC projects. One project will focus on engagement with the bait fish retailers to inform the development of a regional bait identification guide. The second project will support the Great Lakes Aquatic Invasive Species Landing Blitz (www.glc.org/work/blitz ), an annual event where boaters and other recreators learn about the risks of spreading AIS at public and private boating access sites across the Great Lakes region. A full description of the projects is available in the attached document.
Location: Ann Arbor, MI
Application deadline: January 31, 2026
Internship timeline: May through August, 2026.
Required qualifications: Applicants should be enrolled undergraduate students at any level of study at a Michigan academic institution. Preference will be given to students who plan to pursue a career in environmental science.
Salary range: Michigan Sea Grant provides interns with a stipend of $9,000. Applicants can also request travel funding (up to $1,000) in the project narrative page to directly support project work for situations where support is not provided by the host.
For more details about the internship and how to apply, visit: https://www.michiganseagrant.org/student-opportunities/michigan-sea-grant-environmental-internship/
For any questions: Email Sam Tank at sam@glc.org