Engage in new learning experiences by applying for a fellowship, internship or award. Programs are offered throughout the year - check back for new additions! These funded learning opportunities are open to any GRCC student.
2026 High-Impact Learning Opportunities
Michigan Biological Station Opportunities - Two Options!
The Michigan Biological Station offers two ways for GRCC students to experience hands-on learning during the summer:
- Earn U-M credit this summer through a fully-funded, four-week TB2H program (formerly GLACE) in July while living in Northern Michigan at the UMBS. Students tuition, housing, and food are covered as they take one course in Humanities/English and one in Science. Students also receive a $500 stipend to cover additional expenses.
- Take a more science-based approach for either spring or summer at the BioStation. Funding for tuition, housing, and food is available based on need, and the applications are assessed on a rolling basis (so apply soon!)
TB2H Fully-Funded Summer BioStation Application Due by February 6th
BioStation Spring and Summer Session Application Priority Deadline March 15th
Community College Summer Fellowship Program
The Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program (UROP) at the University of Michigan (UM), Ann Arbor offers a 10-week paid State-Wide Summer Fellowship for currently enrolled Michigan community college students who are interested in continuing their academics at a four-year university. Learn on-site in Ann Arbor earn between $3K-$7K (including a housing stipend if needed). Gain research experience, meet other students and professors, and build your academic skills!
Research projects are available in all fields including: Social Sciences, Humanities, Engineering, Health Sciences, Physical Sciences, Natural & Environmental Sciences and more!
The program seeks to attract a diverse student population, including women and historically underrepresented students, first generation college students, students from low-income backgrounds and veterans. No prior research experience necessary!
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CCSFP Application Due by February 6th
Culture Corps
Culture Corps is an internship placement program that engages and serves all partners: college students interested in the arts, local arts and culture organizations, and the organizers of the Culture Corps program. It has two components: a mini-course and a paid internship at a Grand Rapids arts and culture organization for the Summer.
If you are interested in learning more about how nonprofits arts organizations work, then Culture Corps is for you!
What will you get from Culture Corps?
- Attend a mini session at GRCC to prepare for your placement
- A guaranteed paid ($18/hr) internship placement for at least 20 hours a week during the summer
- Funding for transportation and other expenses related to being a student intern
- Networking opportunities with peer cohort and professionals
- Mentoring support from Culture Corps program lead over the course of the internship
Culture Corps Application Due February 6th
Blueprints for Leading with Integrity
Join the Barger Leadership Institute this summer for a 5-day immersive June workshop on the practice of ethical, reflective, and effective leadership. Held on the beautiful Ann Arbor campus of the University of Michigan and led by professional staff and faculty of the Barger Leadership Institute, Blueprints will guide your leadership learning journey.
You will begin with activities that enhance self-awareness and explore the values that drive your leadership. Collaborative team experiences and organizational visioning will further your capacity for strategic thinking and leading, all within a small cohort setting designed for intentional personal feedback.
Completing this workshop makes GRCC students who transfer to UMICH eligible for BLI grants, campus jobs, and an accelerated pathway toward the Leadership Certificate Program, all while receiving ongoing mentorship from BLI professional staff, when you transfer to the University of Michigan. This program is free to GRCC students.
Barger Institute Blueprints Application Due February 6th
*Opportunities may be dependent on other criteria, including age (18+) and earned H.S. degree or equivalent.