CUAHSI is seeking graduate student fellows to join the 2026 Water Prediction Innovators Summer Institute to be held June 8 - July 22, 2026. As a Fellow, you will work with peers from across the country on research projects that advance water prediction. Students work in teams to complete a research project related to a larger topic or theme. If you are interested in growing your professional skillset and network while contributing to cutting-edge research in water prediction, we encourage you to apply.
Applications will be considered from current and incoming graduate students enrolled in a US university. We seek SI fellows from a wide range of institutions.
For complete program information, including possible research themes, please visit www.cuahsi.org/education/summerinstitute/.
Fellows will gain
- Connections with new colleagues, students, and mentors.
- A collaborative space to reach across research institutions.
- An opportunity to increase the breadth of their research scope, and ultimately incorporate these new ideas into existing and future research.
- Technical skills and exposure to the models and methods.
- Research outcomes.
- Communication and collaborative science skills.
- And more!
A successful applicant will demonstrate:
- Experience conducting scientific research, especially within a topic relevant to the Summer Institute Themes.
- A strong desire to contribute to advancing water prediction.
- A baseline of technical skills and experience in skills that contribute to water prediction including any of the following: Coding and programming languages, Github, Docker, GIS and geospatial analysis, Models (hydrologic, hydraulic, coastal, groundwater, statistical, etc.), AI or Machine Learning applications in Hydrology.
- The ability to work alongside teammates in a fast-paced environment to accomplish complex tasks.
- Enthusiasm for collaborative science and working with peers across institutions.
- Openness to gaining experience and new skills that may increase the breadth of their research scope, and broaden their skillset beyond their current research focus.
CUAHSI is committed to creating a collaborative and inclusive Summer Institute. We believe a diverse and inclusive community is essential for promoting innovation, equity, and excellence in the water sciences and related fields. We seek fellows who share our commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion within our community.
We welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. Candidates from historically underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
For questions regarding the program or application process, please contact Julia Masterman at jmasterman@cuahsi.org
Please submit your application using this online portal. You can save and return to your application before you submit it, but all applications must be submitted before the deadline. The following components are required for a complete application:
- Application Form (here) including a few longer answer written questions.
- CV. A one to two-page CV detailing your education, experience, and current research focus.
- Unofficial Transcript. Please upload a recent copy of your transcript.
- Letter of Endorsement from your faculty advisor. The letter should endorse the student's participation in the Summer Institute, explain why the student is qualified to participate in the SI, and describe how the experience will benefit the student. The letter should be signed by the student's advisor and uploaded as a pdf file, or advisors may also submit the letter of endorsement directly via this link.