National Summer Youth Practicum

Native American Fish and Wildlife Society

Program overview

Native American and Alaska Native high school students ages 14–17 interested in natural resource management, Indigenous knowledge, and related careers.

Eligibility

Must be a Native American or Alaska Native high school student ages 14–17. Graduating seniors in spring 2026 must be under 18 by July 25, 2026. Tribally enrolled students and descendants may apply.

Key details

Organization
Native American Fish and Wildlife Society
Type
Summer practicum
Location
Northern Colorado (students fly into Denver, CO)
Format
in-person
Eligible grades
High school
Application deadline
Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 10 pm Mountain Time
Time commitment
One week
Application status
Open

How to apply

Apply on the program's own site. Details here were read from that page and can change — confirm them there before applying.

Official program page