Graduate research interns must present a research proposal for independent research projects. Graduate students proposing work determined to be of particular value to the reserve and Lisamar SA, may receive support ranging from a waiver of the fee for room and board to monetary stipends. Such awards are, however, not the norm. Housing is located at the Reserve. Three smaller houses for interns staying several months.
All houses have screens on windows and mosquito nets over beds.
Interns may be granted a discount on the monthly fee after working for more than three months or four months. Internship cost are not covered by employer unless specifically stated above.