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Malott Family Research Apprenticeship Program (Lincoln Park Zoo)
Research & internship · Lincoln Park ZooChicago high schoolers entering grades 11 or 12 (or their freshman year of college), ages 16-18, spend seven weeks each summer working alongside Lincoln Park Zoo researchers on authentic scientific research as part of this paid apprenticeship. The program is open only to Chicago residents, and applications are submitted through SlideRoom.
Who can apply
GradesGrades 11–12
Min GPA—
ScopeRegional
StatesIL
FieldsBiology · Zoology · Research
EligibilityMust be a Chicago high school student, ages 16-18
Logistics
Cost to youFree; paid
Financial aidNot listed
StipendPaid
FormatCommuter
Length7 weeks, summer
WhereChicago, IL
Applying
OpensEarly February
DueNot yet posted (2026 cycle closed March 9)
You submitApply via SlideRoom