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 +

Alabama

Florida

Massachusetts

North Carolina

International

 

MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

Florida

Massachusetts

New Hampshire

Educational Opportunities: Beyond the Classroom

COLLEGE STUDENTS +

Alaska

Massachusetts

International

 

MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

Alabama

Alaska

California

Florida

Maine

Massachusetts

New Hampshire

Texas

Canada

International

Campaigns, Conferences & Events

New York

United States

  • Students for Zero Waste Week (March 18-April 26) – A school-driven, week-long campaign to reduce waste on school campuses and within local communities with the intention of moving towards zero waste

Canada

  • Ocean Heroes Bootcamp (June 28-30) – Empowers existing and emerging youth leaders ages 11-18 to create their own campaigns to take action against ocean plastic pollution.

International

  • 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
  • City Nature Challenge (April 26 – May 5) – Cities around the world will be competing to see who can make the most observations of nature, find the most species, and engage the most people
  • Cubambiente XII International Convention on Environment and Development (July 1-5) – This symposium will promote the exchange, discussions, and dialogue about experiences and challenges identified by young people as vital to carry out actions for the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity, and for environmental protection.
  • International Microplastics Youth Conference (July 20-21) – This conference is organized by high school teachers and students from America, Japan, Taiwan, Philippines, China and other Pacific countries. The goal of the youth conference is to develop a deep understanding of science and technology, boost a sense of responsibility, a sense of morality, collaborative communication and internationalism with research, education and action campaigns. Contact [email protected] or [email protected]
  • World Oceans Day: Together We Can (June 8) – World Oceans Day 2019 will rally the world to stop ocean plastic, a growing crisis facing society and our shared ocean. Young people are invited to plan and/or lead World Oceans Day celebrations that build on personal awareness, actions, and commitments to reduce single-use plastic, and mobilize action on the scale necessary to bring about real change.
Contests, Grants & Scholarships

United States

International

Youth-Led Initiatives & Leadership Opportunities
  • Sunrise Movement – A movement to stop climate change and create millions of good jobs in the process
  • This is Zero Hour – Centers the voices of diverse youth in the conversation around climate and environmental justice
Youth Art & Writing Communities
Podcasts & Blogs

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