Hutton Junior Fisheries Biology Program

A paid summer mentoring internship from the American Fisheries Society that places students, called Hutton Scholars, with fisheries professionals for hands-on research in marine or freshwater settings. The eight-week program aims to draw underrepresented groups into fisheries careers. Scholars receive a $3,000 stipend and a trip to the Hutton Scholars Summit. It is open to rising high school seniors and rising college freshmen who are 16 by June 1.

Offered by American Fisheries Society. Internship for high school students in Multiple, USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Stipend. Grades 11–12. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.

Fields: STEM, Environment

Key facts

Who can apply
High school students in grades 11 to 12. It takes place in person in Multiple.
Cost
Free to take part, and it pays a stipend or award.
Dates
No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Info checked October 2026.

Questions about Hutton Junior Fisheries Biology Program

When is the Hutton Junior Fisheries Biology Program deadline?

No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Is Hutton Junior Fisheries Biology Program free?

Yes, and it pays participants a stipend or award.

Who can apply to Hutton Junior Fisheries Biology Program?

High school students in grades 11 to 12. It takes place in person in Multiple. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

Official program page

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