Opportunities
** This page is frequently updated --> New opportunities are always becoming available! **
CSUMB Graduate Student Support
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CCST seeks candidates who are eager to learn and practice science communication as well as convey the relevance of their research to public policy questions. The training series and culminating Showcase offer graduate students and postdocs the opportunity to cultivate the skills necessary for science policy advising, meet other innovative researchers, and proudly represent their home institution.
- Applications due: Wednesday, October 30 by 11:59p (PT).
- Who can apply? Read application criteria and FAQ.
- Ready to go? Start your online application.
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All interested students should apply for the NOAA’s Dr. Nancy Foster Scholarship Program. This scholarship supports students pursuing graduate degrees in various marine/ocean disciplines such as oceanography, marine biology, marine science, maritime studies, ocean engineering, coastal social science, marine education, marine stewardship, cultural anthropology, resource management, and more.
Benefits:
- $42,000 annually per MS student (a 12-month stipend of $30,000 for up to two years in addition to an education allowance of up to $12,000),
- Up to $10,000 of support for a 4-6 week program collaboration at a NOAA facility.
Visit the FAQs for more details about the new application process. Pre-application process will be due on October 31, 2024.
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2024 Sea Grant Marine Debris Symposium
Registration for the annual Sea Grant Marine Debris Symposium is now open! The symposium will take place from November 12th through 14th, 2024 at the NOAA Auditorium and Science Center in Silver Spring, MD, with options for virtual attendance. Click here to register, access the agenda, and learn more about the event.
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What is this? This is a virtual event called "NOAA Student Opportunities Night”
Who is it for? Students interested in opportunities/internships with NOAA!
When is it? Wednesday, November 13th at 7 pm (Pacific Time)
Where is it? Google Meet Link: meet.google.com/jhr-xhom-ktu
Why should YOU attend? Discover career paths with NOAA in Southern California!
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The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Water Power Technologies Office (WPTO) and the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) have opened applications for the 2025 Marine Energy Fellowship. There are two tracks—one track for graduate students working on marine energy-focused research theses or dissertations and a new post-graduate track for recent graduates focused on advancing their careers in marine energy. Activity: Current graduate students will conduct research at their academic institution and a host facility. Recent graduates—those who graduated within 24 months of the application deadline—will be awarded a minimum 12-month fellowship at a host facility. Duration of fellowship: 6 to 12 months
Applications deadline for summer 2025: 1:59 pm (PDT) December 6, 2024
Applications deadline for fall 2025: 1:59 pm (PDT) March 7, 2025
Learn more about the Marine Energy Fellowship and apply here: https://orise.orau.gov/marine-energy-research-program/index.htm
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Graduate students engaged in ocean and coastal research with a CSU faculty member are invited to apply to the AY 2024-25 Dr. Kenneth H. Coale Graduate Scholar Award Program. These $4,000 scholarships provide students with valuable resources to conduct research, defray living expenses, and pay tuition while pursuing their educational goals. We expect to make at least 25 awards this year.
- Read the Announcement in its entirety before applying!
- Applications are due by Wednesday, January 29, 2025,5:00 p.m. PST.
- ALL materials MUST be submitted by this deadline. Incomplete applications and applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.
- We will hold virtual office hours for anyone with questions at the following times:
- 12:00 - 1:00 pm on November 6, 2024
- 10:00 - 11:00 am on December 10, 2024
Historically, these awards have been very competitive. Students should read the announcement carefully and consult with their advisor as they develop their application. Examples of highly ranked applications from prior years are available: https://www.calstate.edu/impact-of-the-csu/research/coast/funding/Pages/Coale_Grad_Scholar_Awards.aspx
If you have any questions, please refer to the Student Funding FAQ first, and then contact Kimberly Jassowski (kjassowski@csumb.edu).
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Climate Currents aims to foster a vibrant community of scientists who are eager to contribute to the dialogue on geoscience & environmental issues. They are currently seeking contributors and editors to support the creation and publication of our content for the upcoming summer term and beyond.
The platform welcomes all types of media, including:
- News Articles: Keep our readers updated on the latest environmental developments.
- Features: Dive deep into stories that highlight significant environmental phenomena and the people involved. We particularly encourage features that highlight work you or your collaborators are involved in!
- Op-Eds: Share your opinions and insights on pressing environmental issues.
- Creative Fiction & Nonfiction: Use your storytelling skills to explore environmental themes.
- Multimedia: Enrich our content with videos, podcasts, photo essays, and other multimedia formats.
This is a fantastic chance to develop your writing, editing, and creative skills while contributing to a meaningful cause. Whether you’re an experienced writer or just starting out, all levels of experience are welcome. If you are interested in joining us or would like more information, please reach out to us at hbricker@g.ucla.edu.
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The COAST 2024-25 Student Travel Awards Program is now accepting applications for both remote and in-person conferences!
COAST provides support for continuing CSU undergraduate and graduate students to attend and present the results of original ocean and coastal research at scientific conferences. We are now accepting applications for conferences occurring July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025.
Applications are accepted on a continual basis until funding is expended.
For more details, please read the full announcement at https://www.calstate.edu/impact-of-the-csu/research/coast/funding/Pages/Student-Travel.aspx
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The North Carolina Center for Coastal Algae, People, and Environment (NC C-CAPE) at NC State is seeking a full time program research administrator to facilitate day to day Center activities, program management and coordination across multiple research projects and a community engagement core. Other key responsibilities include budget and progress reporting to the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the National Institute of Environmental Health (NIEHS). The grant-funded program research administrator position will begin immediately and is a full-time position with funding up to five years. Please see further details at https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/203700
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Kelp Plan Internship, Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary
The Kelp Plan Intern will help in the development and implementation of the Kelp Plan by developing education and outreach material, cataloging kelp digital imagery, developing a visual model of the Central California kelp ecosystem, and developing a regional clearing house of related information. June 1, 2024- October 1, 2024 (flexible). Open until filled
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The intern will build their understanding of assessing and addressing climate change drivers and impacts in the context of an expansive organization like the federal government, while assisting ONMS in inventorying, reducing, and communicating about greenhouse gas emissions and how climate change is impacting sanctuary operations and facilities. July 1- November 1, 2024 (flexible). Part-time (20 hours/week) or full-time (40 hours/week). Open until filled
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The intern will develop their capacity to identify, collect, and compile existing socioeconomic & socioecological data related to climate change, while assisting the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Office of National Marine Sanctuaries (ONMS). July 1- November 1, 2024 (flexible). Part-time (20 hours/week) or full-time (40 hours/week). Open until filled
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The California Dune Science Network is seeking a postgraduate or graduate student researcher to assist us in advancing our understanding of coastal dune processes and dynamics. Interested applicants should email their CV and a short paragraph about their interest to ca.dunes.nbs@gmail.com. There is no priority review date but they are looking to hire as soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
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UCSB Sea Turtle Field Course and Expedition
Created by a graduate from UC Santa Bárbara - Bren School of Environmental Science & Management (BIOMA) offers experiential learning and hands-on research experience. Our participants collaborate side by side with experts to learn about sea turtle biology, ecology and management while doing impactful on-site conservation work and living in a local community. Student will build skills of real-world application, boost their resume and knowledge while discovering incredible landscapes at Costa Rica’s Pacific sunshine coast.
APPLY HERE to not only learn about sea turtles and science. It's about connecting people and creating an unbreakable bond between science and humanities.
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The California Recreational Fisheries Survey Project is currently accepting Scientific Aid applications from highly-motivated and dedicated individuals who would like to work in the field, on and around boats, in a fast-paced setting.
Duties will include collecting recreational fishery data and biological samples at public launch ramps/docks/piers/etc., identifying finfish and invertebrates to species and collect biological data, and conduct onboard sampling of Commercial Passenger Fishing Vessels.
See https://wildlife.ca.gov/Conservation/Marine/CRFS/Employment for full details and application instructions.
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Introducing a new program called Climate-Ready Engineers for Water Resources Applications (CREW-RA) at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) in partnership with the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL). They are currently looking for well-qualified and highly motivated students who are interested in gaining hands-on research experience with water, climate, and engineering-related topics for our 2024-2025 cohorts. This flyer has more information about this opportunity including funding, internship at LBNL, and the application process.
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Thriving Earth Exchange, a branch of the American Geophysical Union (AGU) that helps to address science concerns from communities, is recruiting volunteer scientists. There are many opportunities available all over the United States, and the world! The positions are open until filled.
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Other events and scholarships can be found on the Associated Students webpage.