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Fieldwork Projects

DGHI encourages application of classroom knowledge through active participation in research and service. Students can gain valuable academic experience and help provide significant value to community partners by engaging with faculty and service organizations to conduct projects of meaning to communities around the globe.

  • DGHI Projects.
    In partnership with Duke faculty and community partners, DGHI has developed fieldwork projects for which undergraduate, graduate and professional students can apply.

  • Other Projects
    DGHI also serves as a clearing house for fieldwork opportunities from other organizations at Duke and elsewhere. As a service to the community, we also list some service opportunities in the local community.
  • Creating Your Own Fieldwork Opportunities.
    DGHI provides resources for planning projects and applying for funding for student-generated projects in partnership with DGHI or other offices at or beyond Duke.

How to Apply for DGHI Fieldwork Opportunities & Grants

  1. Choose a project you are interested in.
  2. Submit a resume and a 1-2 page Letter of Interest (PDF) to .
  3. Find Funding. DGHI offers a limited number of grants for fieldwork projects. We also encourage students to apply to DukeEngage for project funding.

Students who are interested in applying to DGHI for funding for other fieldwork projects should review the Fieldwork Project Guide and Grant Application (PDF).

Documents, Forms, and Checklists

Documents pertaining to fieldwork planning, approval, and funding, as well as GH certificate documents, can be found here.

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