Opportunities

One of the most common questions we are asked by our program participants is: How can I stay involved? This space is an evolving answer to that question, and provides opportunities for you to dive deeper into ocean science and conservation, connect with other young creatives and activists, and showcase your research or campaign at global events.

EXPLORE OPPORTUNITIES* 🔎

*This list is by no means exhaustive; you should always explore opportunities at your local aquariums, science centers, and universities.

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Volunteer, Internship & Employment Opportunities

COLLEGE STUDENTS +

Florida

Massachusetts

United States

International

MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

Massachusetts

  • Northeastern University Marine Science Center Outreach Program and Girls Inc. of Lynn: Beach Sisters Peer Leaders – This is a great opportunity for teen girls looking to learn about education and marine biology, while also making some extra money after school. Contact Mary at [email protected] to find out more and apply.

New Hampshire

United States

Educational Opportunities: Beyond the Classroom

COLLEGE STUDENTS +

Alaska

International

 

MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

International

Campaigns, Conferences & Events

Florida

United States

  • Conservation Law Foundation’s Zero Waste Challenge (November 3-9) – Reduce your trash (and recycling) in your home, office, and community. By joining the Challenge, you’ll discover tricks of the trade to living a zero-waste lifestyle, while also learning about long-term solutions for creating a more sustainable, zero-waste future.
  • Students for Zero Waste Week (March 16-April 24, 2020) – Join this school-driven, week-long campaign to reduce waste on school campuses and within local communities with the intention of moving towards zero waste.
  • Our Climate: “Put a Price On It” Action Team – Join a network of volunteers who are working to advocate for fair and effective carbon pricing policy. You’ll be added to the listserv for occasional updates, included in the Facebook group, and have the opportunity to work on the most important climate fight of our time.

International

  • No Straw November – Join this global movement to refuse plastic straws for the whole month of November and to keep a tally of how many straws you eliminated from potentially ending up in the ocean.
  • EarthEcho Water Challenge (March 22 – December 31) – Builds public awareness and involvement in protecting water resources around the world by engaging citizens to conduct basic monitoring of their local water bodies.
Contests, Grants & Scholarships

United States

International

Youth-Led Initiatives & Leadership Opportunities
  • Sustainable Ocean Alliance’s Ocean Leadership Program – Be part of one of the world’s largest network of ocean advocates, joining forces with young leaders taking action in over 140 countries.
  • US Youth Climate Strike State Lead – Become a State Lead to help build the people power needed to stop climate change by being part of the grassroots movement taking on the fossil fuel industry.
  • Survey for the House Select Committee on Climate Crisis – Schools for Climate Action and the National Children’s Campaign are working with the House Select Committee on Climate Crisis to collect data and stories from youth climate activists.
  • Project Green Schools: Youth Leadership Council – National Youth Council students are difference-makers who are invited to participate in important environmental regional, national, and world events.
  • SEVENSEAS Media University Student Ocean Ambassadors – One ambassador (or team of ambassadors) per university will be responsible for hosting an ocean-themed event on campus each month to spread the word about ocean conservation and sustainable tourism.
  • ThinkOcean: Upper Leadership Team – ThinkOcean is an international network of young environmentalists that has more than 40 chapters in 8 different countries. It is searching for college and high school students with a passion for the environment to help organize initiatives such as legislative lobbying, grassroots organizing, awareness campaigns, and hands-on conservation initiatives. Read more about its work and fill out this form to apply.
  • Zero Hour: Education Campaign Ambassador – Spread the word of Zero Hour and its work around climate and environmental justice in your communities and in your schools.
  • Sunrise Movement – A movement to stop climate change and create millions of good jobs in the process.
Youth Art & Writing Communities
Podcasts & Blogs
Climate Podcasts

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