George Washington Carver Internship Program

A group of students sitting on a stone bench in from of the Iowa State University campanile

Spend a full semester on Iowa State's vibrant campus as a Cyclone Scholar in the George Washington Carver Research Internship Program. As an intern in this program, you'll not only immerse yourself in groundbreaking research but also have the chance to experience campus life at a Big 12 university. Here's what to expect:

  • Conduct impactful research alongside experienced faculty mentors across a wide range of disciplines
  • Explore diverse food systems, agricultural processes, and the local food industry through hands-on experiences
  • Receive personalized guidance to navigate challenges and enhance your skills
  • Participate in professional development workshops designed to boost your career prospects

We provide our scholars with a $8,000 stipend and a minimal travel allowance. Detailed information will be provided upon acceptance into the program.

This opportunity combines valuable research experience with real-world exposure to the agriculture and food sectors, all while helping you build a professional network. To participate, you must be enrolled in the Iowa State National Student Exchange program, which enables students from participating schools to join our community. For more information, visit the Iowa State University NSE website and explore the list of participating schools here.

This semester-long internship is your chance to grow academically and professionally while gaining a deeper understanding of the agriculture and food industries. The program runs from August 18 – December 19, 2025.

The application closes Saturday, March 1st, at 11:59 pm. Please submit your 2 letters of recommendation as PDF files to cals_gwcintern@iastate.edu.

This program is not open to Iowa State University students.

Apply Now


For more information, contact cals_gwcintern@iastate.edu.

This work is supported by Undergraduate Research and Extension Experiential Learning Fellowships Proposal Number: 2019-05103/project accession no. 1021645 from the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture.