Summer Field School

Summer Field School Fellows work with a community, government, or non-profit partners to create and complete research projects to benefit the upstate region of New York.

Field School Fellows

As an Upstate Institute Field School Fellow, students are responsible for building relationships in the local community while completing independent research work on innovative projects that provide a community benefit. Through a Field School Fellowship, students strengthen their skills while building the capacity of the community organization with which they are working. The Field School allows students to develop a deeper understanding of the issues facing Upstate New York and a stronger appreciation for what the region has to offer.

Details

Field School Fellowships are paid, full time research projects for Colgate students in the Central New York region, as well as in the Adirondack Park. Field School Fellows work 35 hours per week for up to ten weeks, and this work often takes place at the organization’s office, under the supervision of the organization’s staff. The Upstate Institute works with students to coordinate transportation. In addition, students meet weekly with Upstate Institute staff and participate in a seminar on not-for-profit management and organization, and on the resources and needs of the Upstate New York region. Student researchers receive a stipend of $565 per week.

Student Application Process

The summer 2025 community organizations partnering with the Upstate Institute are available. Each agency has provided a brief description of their proposed research project. Each project has a title for the research project following the name of the host organization, along with the areas of inquiry that apply.

To apply for the 2025 Summer Field School, students should complete the form below. As a part of the form, students will need to provide the following documents:

an updated copy of your resume.
a copy of your Colgate transcript.
a letter that demonstrates your interest in the Summer Field School and describes the projects that are most appropriate for your skills and interests.

These documents should be submitted before Feb. 6, 2025.

Stages	Deadline
Students applications are due to the Upstate Institute	Feb. 6, 2025
Decisions will be announced to students via email	Feb, 28, 2025
Students reply to accept position	March 14, 2025
Summer Housing	TBD

Summer Field School

Field School Fellows

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Student Application Process

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