Arnold Arboretum Postdoctoral Fellowship
The Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University invites early career scientists to apply for a unique opportunity to start a research career as independent postdoctoral fellow while gaining training and connections within the framework of a top-tier academic environment. The Katharine H. Putnam Fellowship in Plant Science supports scientists focused on utilizing the Arnold Arboretum’s living collections of woody plants to study any area of plant science. The Global Change Postdoctoral Fellowship supports researchers that tackle any area of global change science utilizing the myriad resources of the Arnold Arboretum. Deadline for applications is Jan 11.
Horticultural Internship (Isabella Welles Hunnewell Internship Program)
The Arnold Arboretum offers paid internships in collections management with concentrations in arboriculture, collections curation, horticulture and landscape maintenance, or plant production. Experiences integrate hands-on training with educational classes and visits to other botanical institutions. Interns are accepted for 12- to 14-week appointments (typically late-May through early-August). The Arboretum seeks a dynamic and diverse group of individuals to fill nine (9) internship positions for summer 2026. All positions are full-time (40 hours/week) at a rate of $21 per hour.
DaRin Butz Research Internship Program
The DaRin Butz Undergraduate Research Internship Program at the Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University is a 10-week paid internship conducting plant biology and climate change research. DaRin Butz Interns will not only conduct research under the guidance of their advisor but will also develop their project with their advisors and be guided through the process of sharing their research through written reports and oral presentations, an important component of scientific research. Interns will participate in activities with the other DaRin Butz Interns, including a weekly reading group. DaRin Butz Interns receive a stipend of $6,250 for the ten-week period and up to $550 for travel expenses. Deadline for applications is Feb 15.
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