Alaska Sea Grant State Fellowship Program

The Alaska Sea Grant State Fellowship Program provides a unique professional opportunity for recently finished UAF graduate students to acquire on-the-job experience in the planning and implementation of marine resource policies and scientific applications. The program matches highly motivated graduates with hosts in Alaska-based state or federal agencies for a 12-month paid fellowship. The objectives of this cooperative agreement include promoting employment preparedness in marine sciences, developing a diversified pool of educated professionals, and mentoring a young professional to support the mission of the USGS Alaska Regional Office and Science Center. Key aspects of the project include: • Providing on-the-job experience in marine resource policies and scientific applications • Matching graduates with hosts in Alaska-based state or federal agencies • Promoting employment preparedness in marine sciences • Developing a diversified pool of educated professionals • Mentoring a young professional to support the mission of the USGS Alaska Regional Office and Science Center