Middle school and high school students interested in marine biology are encouraged to check out local classes and camps, as well as to continue to learn about marine biology by exploring these organizations and websites.
Marine Biology Youth Programs
Washington
- Burke Museum Summer Camp for Youth
- Camp Orkila Marine Biology Camp
- Highline Community College Marine Science and Technology Center Summer Camp
- NOAA/SeaGrant Science Camp
- Orca Bowl – Washington State Ocean Sciences Bowl
- ORCA Research College Academy for Running Start Students
- The Port Townsend Marine Science Center Courses for Teens
- Salish Sea Expeditions
- Sound Experience Environmental Sailing Experiences
- UW Summer Youth Programs
National
Internships and Resources for High School Students
- EPA - Environmental Protection Agency Links for High School Interns
- Environmental Science Center Internships and Resources for Senior Projects
- Friday Harbor Labs High School Volunteers
- Hutton Junior Fisheries Biology Internship Program
- KWIAHT Center for the Historical Ecology of the Salish Sea Internships
- Marine Biology Web Internships Listings
- Marine Careers Internship Links
- Northwest Fisheries Science Center Internships for High School Students
- National Ocean and Sciences Bowl Internship and Scholarship Resources
- Student Conservation Association Internships
Volunteer Opportunities
- Seal Sitters Volunteering Program
- Seattle Aquarium Interning and Volunteering Program
- Puget Soundkeepers Volunteering Program
- UW Coastal Observation and Seabird Survey Team
Learn More about Marine Biology
- Alaska Fisheries Science Center Marine Resource Links
- National Geographic Ocean
- People for Puget Sound Learning Resources
- UW Libraries K-12 Marine Biology Resource & Book Recommendations for Students, Parents, and Teachers
Downloadable UW Marine Biology Programs Flyer
Photos: Seattle Aquarium volunteers on a whale watching fieldtrip from Jenna Keeton.