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Northwest Youth Corps’ Tribal Stewards Program

The Tribal Stewards Program is specifically designed to provide hands on training and experience to Native American young adults who are interested in pursuing employment with conservation corps, land and water resource management agencies, and other outdoor careers. The Tribal Stewards Program integrates team-based work projects, culture relevancy, education, and on-site vocational training into an experience that prioritizes personal growth, and the development of conservation work skills. Participants will develop technical skills working on a variety of conservation projects while developing the soft skills needed to be successful in the outdoor industry.

SFAI Institutes and Fellowship Programs

Offers scholarships and fellowships for Native American undergraduate and graduate students.

Sloan Indigenous Graduate Partnership

The Alfred P. Sloan Foundation partners with several universities to fund Master’s and Doctoral degree scholarships for American Indian and Alaska Native students interested in STEM careers.

Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian (NMAI) Internship Program

Provides educational opportunities for students interested in the museum profession and related fields. Interns complete projects using the resources of the NMAI and other Smithsonian offices. Internships are an opportunity for students to learn about the museum’s collections, exhibitions, programs, and methodologies, and to meet professionals in the museum field.