Institute at Brown for Environment and Society
Opportunities for Undergraduate Students
IBES funds a variety of programs for undergraduates, including our competitive Voss Environmental Fellowships; high-quality, curated summer internships; and funding for research experiences.
Opportunities for Undergraduate Students
IBES funds a variety of programs for undergraduates, including our competitive Voss Environmental Fellowships; high-quality, curated summer internships; and funding for research experiences.
IBES/STEP Internship Program
Check back for details on the application cycle for spring 2027 internships.
The Institute at Brown for Environment and Society has partnered with environmental organizations to offer paid internship experiences (10 hours/week in the academic year) for Brown University undergraduate students. These awards allow students to explore career options and engage in experiential learning activities outside of the classroom. Cohorts of students begin each year in January, June and September.
Internships in action
Students share how their IBES-funded internships helped them explore careers with purpose. Get inspired and discover what your own pathway could look like.
IBES Extended Undergraduate Research Assistantships
In this new program, undergraduates are paired with faculty mentors to pursue paid multi-semester research opportunities, combining hands-on experience and professional development to prepare students for careers in climate, sustainability, and the environment.
The program has two entry points:
- Pathway 1 — Standard UTRA: for new research assistantships (RAs). Apply through the UTRA portal.
- Pathway 2 — IBES Extended URA: for existing RAs (such as an UTRA or other demonstrated research collaboration between the faculty and student who then apply together).
Voss Fellows Program
Applications for 2026–2027 Voss Fellows have closed.
The Voss Fellowship Program is the premier training and funding opportunity for undergraduates interested in environmental research at Brown University. Open to rising juniors and seniors in any concentration, the fellowship awards a large stipend and provides research funds to support independent projects. Students from fields in STEM, the social sciences, and the humanities who wish to pursue research that addresses climate, environmental, or sustainability challenges are encouraged to apply.