Canadian Associates of BIOS

Applications for the 2024 Canadian Associates of BIOS Internships are closed.

Updates will be posted here when online applications for the 2025 internships open in late January/early February.

To receive program announcements please send a request to bios.education@bios.asu.edu.

The Canadian Associates of BIOS (CABIOS) was established to provide support for Canadian students and students studying at Canadian universities/colleges, to participate in ASU BIOS’s educational programs and research internships. Since its inception, CABIOS has provided support that has enabled over 250 students to foster their interest in the oceans and further their university-level education at ASU BIOS.

CABIOS was founded in 1975 by the late Dr. Earlston Doe, a former Life Trustee and Bermuda-born Canadian oceanographer, to honor the memory of his youngest son Learmont “Leary” Doe. In the decades following its formation, CABIOS has received support from a variety of individuals, businesses and organizations, including several generous donations that allowed the fund to grow.

Eligibility: Undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in Canadian colleges/universities are eligible to apply for CABIOS funding. Canadian students enrolled in institutions outside Canada, but who intend to return to Canada after graduation are also eligible for funding. Recent graduates may also be considered, provided they intend to continue their career in marine science in Canada.

Internships

CABIOS offers full scholarships for students to participate in research internships at ASU BIOS. CABIOS has sponsored many interns from Canadian institutions including Dalhousie University, University of Victoria, University of Guelph, Trent University, Carleton University, Western University and University of Toronto. CABIOS intern scholarships cover the cost of accommodation and meals, as well as providing a small stipend and a contribution to research expenses associated with the intern’s research project. Scholarship funds do not cover travel expenses or medical/travel insurance.

The CABIOS Internship Application Form is available here and the deadline for receipt of completed applications and required supporting documents is March 15. Successful applicants will be matched with available mentors and projects. In your application please clearly state which areas of ASU BIOS research interest you and why.

Former CABIOS Interns

“During my time at ASU BIOS this summer and thanks to the CABIOS scholarship that funded my internship, I gained research experience that will shape my future in science. I was able to conduct field research with innovative instruments and advanced my data analysis capabilities in the area of marine science.” Xinya Calhoun, 2024

“This experience has allowed me to grow both academically and professionally, by allowing me the space to apply my academic knowledge in a real-world setting. The work was incredibly immersive in that I was involved in every step along the way, from method development to sampling and analysis.” Tess Norman, 2024

“I am super grateful for the support of CABIOS and ASU BIOS in launching my career in science.” Cameron Walsh, 2024