Student Opportunities

Opportunities
​A list of training opportunities for early and mid-career professionals in fields relating to marine science. For internship and postdoctoral opportunities, please have a look at the Vacancies page.
Opportunity
Institution
  
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25 October 2024
The Department of Atmospheric, Oceanic, & Earth Sciences at George Mason University invites you to a virtual open house to learn about our MSc in Climate Science and PhD in Climate Dynamics programs. Join us on Friday, October 25th from 10:00 to 11:30 am EDT for an informative session. We are leaders in climate modeling, climate predictability, and the study of ocean-land-atmosphere interactions that shape our weather and climate. As Virginia's largest public university, situated just 30 minutes from Washington, DC, we offer a unique learning environment with access to cutting-edge research and a vibrant academic community. This session is ideal for students with backgrounds in mathematics, physics, engineering, computer science, or atmospheric/ocean/Earth science who are interested in a career studying climate change and its impacts. RSVP to climgrad@gmu.edu for the Zoom link and learn how you can contribute to solving one of the most pressing challenges of our time.
GMU10/25/2024
The NF-POGO-JAMSTEC fellowship offers early-career scientists, technicians, postgraduate students (PhD/MSc) and post-doctoral fellows from developing countries the opportunity to participate in the 2025 GO-SHIP P4W expedition aboard the R/V Mirai. The fellowship covers travel, accommodation and subsistence expenses. Applicants must have a background in oceanography and submit their applications by 1 November 2024.
POGO & partners11/1/2024
TROPIMUNDO call for scholarship and self-funded applications open
The European Commission has awarded a substantial number of Erasmus Mundus scholarships (no nationality restrictions, selection based on excellence criteria only) and we will be competing for scholarships this year as well (decision pending). In addition, we have secured VLIR-UOS scholarships​ under the ICP-Connect programme nicknamed Mundus tropicalis (some nationality, age and VLIR-UOS scholarship restrictions apply). The call for TROPIMUNDO / Mundus tropicalis 2025-2026 applications is now open and we count on prospective applicants promptly submitting their applications. All application requirements and deadlines can be found on our website www.tropimundo.eu. Closing dates vary.
Erasmus Mundus11/7/2024
The Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) is offering a fully funded Master's Fellowship in Marine and Lacustrine Science and Management to a student from a developing ISA member country. This two-year program starts September 2025 in collaboration​ with CIIC,  Free University of Brussels, Antwerp University and Ghent University​. It ​ focuses on both marine and freshwater environments and includes lectures, practical exercises, field trips and excursions. Applicants must have a relevant bachelor's degree and strong English skills. The application deadline is November 19th, 2024 and women are encouraged to apply.​
CIIC11/19/2024
The Japan Organization for Metals and Energy Security (JOGMEC) is offering a 40-day training program in 2025 for people from developing countries who are interested in deep-sea exploration for cobalt-rich ferromanganese crusts.  The programme will be delivered through a combination of lectures, field trips, and work on a research vessel at-sea. ​ Applicants must have a degree in science or engineering with at least one year of experience. The programme covers travel, meals and accommodation.  JOGMEC is encouraging women to apply. The application deadline is November 27th, 2024.​
JOGMEC11/27/2024
POGO is offering early-career scientists, technicians and students from developing countries the chance to apply for shipboard training fellowships throughout the year. This open call allows them to be included in a database for quick consideration when short-notice training opportunities arise.
POGO12/1/2024
2-13 June 2025 | Antwerp, Belgium
The Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) is offering two training spots in a dredging technology seminar for people from developing countries who are members of the International Seabed Authority (ISA). The seminar will be held in Antwerp, Belgium in June 2025 and will cover the latest dredging techniques and environmental management practices. Applicants must have a technical degree, preferably in marine engineering, be proficient in English, and be a citizen of a developing ISA member country. CIIC will cover all training costs and successful graduates will receive a certificate. Applications open now and close on December 8th, 2024. CIIC is particularly encouraging women to apply.​
CIIC12/8/2024