Opportunities

Student Artist: Malie Kozlowski
Student Artist: Malie Kozlowski
One of the most common questions we are asked by our alumni and students 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.
Student Artist: Malie Kozlowski
Student Artist: Malie Kozlowski
EXPLORE OPPORTUNITIES* 🔎

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

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Volunteer, Internship & Employment Opportunities

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MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

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Educational Opportunities: Beyond the Classroom

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MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

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Campaigns, Conferences & Events

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  • Ocean Science: Marine & Environmental Sciences Career Fair (October 9, Virtual) – This free event will provide the opportunity to learn about a variety of careers in marine and environmental sciences, as well as internship and volunteer opportunities, and learning experiences/academic coursework, that will be helpful to prepare for each career.

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Contests, Grants & Scholarships

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Youth-Led Initiatives & Leadership Opportunities
  • New York City Youth Poet Laureate Program aims to identify young writers and leaders ages 13-19 committed to creating change through civic engagement and poetic excellence – Deadline: September 17
  • National Geographic & The Nature Conservancy: Marine & Community Conservation Externship (Remote) – Students will translate global marine conservation issues into a local context, making them relevant and accessible to their communities, and offer solutions to a local or regional problem. Students will learn about marine conservation careers throughout the externship from weekly webinars, their own research, and informational interviews conducted with local conservation organizations.
  • Society for Women in Marine Science (SWMS) Mentorship Program pairs high school and undergraduate students with SWMS members to guide them in academic and career decisions.
  • The Colorization Collective – This youth-led group assists teen artists of color by providing participants with resources and a community of peers and mentors who look like them and share their experiences, with the goal of creating and promoting diversity in the art world through inclusive and accessible means. Check out their outreach and mentorship opportunities!
  • EarthEcho International: Ocean Echo 30×30 – Host an educational event in your community to join other youth from around the world in helping to protect 30% of the ocean by 2030 through education/outreach, coastal habitat restoration, and policy action.
  • FXB Climate Advocates – Join a group of young people who are passionate and committed to climate change: engage with peers, interact with activists, and launch individual or joint advocacy projects.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Sunrise Movement – A movement to stop climate change and create millions of good jobs in the process.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
Youth Art & Writing Communities
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