AFSC Education and Outreach: Marine Science Careers
Job Shadow Program
The AFSC Job Shadow Program introduces students to environmental careers and gives them an opportunity to see how the skills learned in school relate to work. For a host, a job shadow can involve talking with the student, or taking students on a tour of the work area or lab. Several scientists can also host one job shadow student. Students learn about the types of careers available in marine science, and what is involved in particular jobs.
The AFSC Job Shadow Program offers an opportunity to become involved in the community, and share knowledge and skills. It helps a student become a successful and productive member of our society. It leads to long-term mentoring relationships. It reminds us why we do what we love to do!
If you are interested in more information about being a job shadow host or in being a job shadow student, please contact Denise McKelvey, acting AFSC Job Shadow coordinator (Denise.McKelvey@noaa.gov; phone 206-526-4167).
Career Fairs
Career fair at the Odyssey Maritime Discovery Center, 7 February 2008, in which over 500 students attended.
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The AFSC attends several annual career fairs to provide information about careers in marine science and at the AFSC.
Annual career fairs include the University of Washington College of Ocean and Fishery Sciences Career Fair (March) and the Odyssey Maritime Discovery Center Career Day (February)
The AFSC also goes to career days at individual schools.
Career Resource Links
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