California Sea Grant State Fellows Program

Who can apply: Graduating students or recent graduates with PhDs, Master's, or JD degrees focusing on marine or aquatic-related fields; selection based on academic record, career goals statement, recommendations, and relevant experience. Length: 12 months. Placement with California state, municipal, or federal agency hosts (e.g., California Ocean Protection Council, California Coastal Commission, NOAA Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary, State Water Resources Control Board). Field: Marine and Ocean Policy. Deadline: June 12, 2026.