I-STEAM Pathways: Environmental Research Internships for Indigenous Students

Providing research experience for First Nations, Métis and Inuit undergraduate students in environmentally-related fields including science, environmental engineering, environmental law and policy, and planetary health.
Fostering systemic change through culturally appropriate incorporation of Indigenous knowledge and values in environmental policy and planning.

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Testimonials

During my summer with I-STEAM, I had the opportunity to research with Dr. Ran Zhao’s lab. This experience allowed me to pursue various research projects throughout the summer, and present my findings at a scientific conference at the end. Dr. Zhao has guided me to pursue a MSc in Forest Biology and Management focusing on Wildfire Management at the University of Alberta. The interdisciplinary nature of this internship allowed me to gain experience that will be useful throughout my academic career and professional life.

Carter Kuiper, Bigstone Cree Nation, 2020 intern

The impact that the I-STEAM program had on my academic journey was immense and ongoing. My internship was supervised by Dr. Laurel Wheeler and we are still in frequent contact. Dr. Wheeler answers my questions about job opportunities, academics and graduate school very often. Currently I am a third year undergraduate student in statistics, I am planning to pursue a masters in statistics and my home band is six nations from Ontario.

Tristan Monahan, 2021 intern