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Discover opportunities to volunteer, earn scholarships, gain real-world experience through internships, and participate in STEM events that strengthen both your skills and your community. 

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MarineCareers.net

Comprehensive resource for jobs, internships, fellowships, and professional society listings in marine science

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Texas A&M Wildlife & Fisheries Sciences Job Board

Searchable by position type: internships, fellowships, seasonal, full-time, postdoctoral.

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AIBS Diversity Outreach Directory

American Institute of Biological Sciences — comprehensive list of diversity programs in science including mentoring, networking, and higher education opportunities.

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Women in Ocean Science Resources

Financial Resources for Women in STEM — a guide to scholarships, grants, fellowships, and internships for women pursuing marine science careers.

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Black Girls Dive Foundation

Scholarships, outreach, and opportunities for young girls and women in diving and marine science

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Black in Marine Science (BIMS) — Our Partners!

A global network of marine science professionals dedicated to research, technology, and education for Black scientists and allies. Membership, mentorship, job postings, and the BIMS Immersion Program (BIP Week) — a paid, hands-on marine science experience for BIPOC students.

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MATE Center — Marine Advanced Technology Education

Lists internship opportunities nationally and internationally, including at-sea opportunities for college students.

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Sea Education Association (SEA) — Woods Hole

Semester-at-sea programs combining oceanographic research with sailing. Also offers one-week summer programs for high school women interested in marine careers.

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University of the Virgin Islands (UVI)

Your local university! Explore research assistantships, partnerships, and coursework that supports your marine science career right here in St. Croix.

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Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (Maryland)

Fellowships and internships for undergrads and recent grads in ecological research.

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Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute (STRI) — Panama

Internships and fellowships at one of the world's leading tropical research institutions — strong Caribbean focus.

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Student Conservation Association (SCA)

Conservation internships posted year-round — summer internships typically posted December–January. Field work, research, and education positions nationwide.

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National Park Service Internships

Field and resource management internships across the U.S. including Caribbean national parks

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NOAA Fisheries Intern Program

10-week research internship at NOAA's fisheries science centers for undergraduate students. Provides a pathway into marine and environmental science careers.

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NOAA Student Opportunities Database

Comprehensive listing of NOAA opportunities for students from high school through recent graduates — internships, fellowships, scholarships, and more.

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Reef Environmental Education Foundation (REEF)

Citizen science, fish ID training, and volunteer opportunities. Great for building fish survey skills and staying connected to the reef science community.

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Central Caribbean Marine Institute (CCMI) — Little Cayman

Research internships for early-career scientists in coral reef resilience, restoration, and ecosystem dynamics. Also promotes minority representation in science.

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Coral Restoration Foundation (CRF) — Our Partners!

Internship opportunities in coral restoration — the same organization we partner with for our Butler Bay coral trees.

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Stantec Equity and Diversity Scholarship

For BIPOC students in STEAM fields — awards between $1,500 and $10,000, plus paid internship opportunities.

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Mississippi-Alabama Sea Grant Coastal Science Fellowship for Minority Students

For underrepresented minority undergraduates — hands-on coastal science research and outreach.

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Link Foundation Ocean Engineering & Instrumentation PhD Fellowship

For PhD students focused on ocean engineering and instrumentation.

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Sea Grant Fellowships

Multiple programs including the Knauss Policy Fellowship and NMFS-Sea Grant Joint Fellowship (fisheries and aquaculture focus).

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NSF Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU)

Paid summer research opportunities at universities nationwide in marine science, biology, and environmental science.

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NOAA Dr. Nancy Foster Scholarship Program

For graduate students in oceanography, marine biology, and maritime archaeology — especially women and underrepresented groups.

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National Coral Reef Management Fellowship (Nova Southeastern University / NOAA)

Two-year fellowship placing fellows with host agencies in U.S. coral reef jurisdictions — including a 2026–2028 position based right here in St. Croix at DPNR's Division of Coastal Zone Management.

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NOAA Educational Partnership Program / Minority Serving Institutions (EPP/MSI)

Undergraduate scholarships for students at minority serving institutions in STEM fields directly supporting NOAA's mission.

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NOAA Coastal Resilience Fellowship Program

Paid, two-year fellowships for early-career professionals — including in U.S. territories. Focuses on climate resilience and underserved communities.

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NOAA Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship

One of the most prestigious fellowships in marine science
For graduate students interested in marine policy. Places fellows in legislative and executive branch offices in Washington, D.C.

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NOAA Hollings Undergraduate Scholarship

For rising college juniors in STEM fields supporting NOAA's mission. Includes two paid summer internships at a NOAA facility.

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