Hawai‘i Sea Grant Opportunities
2024 John A. Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship
OPEN
The call for student applications for the 2024 Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship is now open. Applications are due to Hawaiʻi Sea Grant via eProjects by Friday February 16, 2023.
We encourage students to be in contact with our office early in the application process.
Important dates and deadlines
- Monday December 5, 2022 12:00 PM: Knauss Fellowship Info Session on zoom (register in advance HERE)
- Thursday Feb. 16, 2023 5pm: applications due to Hawaiʻi Sea Grant through eProjects
- Feb. 1, 2024 start date for Knauss Fellowship in Washington DC
About the Knauss Fellowship
Are you a graduate student with an interest in ocean, coastal, and Great Lakes resources, and in the national policy decisions affecting those resources? If so, consider applying for the Dean John A. Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship, a one year paid fellowship where highly qualified graduate students are matched with hosts in the legislative and executive branches of the U.S. government. Knauss fellows receive a $68,000 stipend for the length of their fellowship (12 months).
Any student, regardless of citizenship, is eligible to submit to the 2024 fellowship (which begins February 1, 2024 and ends on January 31, 2025) if,
- The student is enrolled towards a degree in a graduate program at any point between the onset of the 2022 Fall Term (quarter, trimester, semester, etc.) and February 16, 2023
- The graduate degree will be awarded through an accredited institution of higher education in the United States or U.S. Territories, and;
- The student has an interest in ocean, coastal, and Great Lakes resources and in the national policy decisions affecting those resources.
Contact
For more information please visit http://seagrant.noaa.gov/Knauss or contact Hawaiʻi Sea Grant Assistant Director for Research and Fellowships, Maya Walton (waltonm@hawaii.edu).
HOST OFFICE PROPOSALS for the 2023 Grau Fellowship
E. Gordon Grau Coastal and Marine Resource Management Fellowship Program (Grau Fellowship)
Applications due March 3, 2023 5:00PM HST to Hawaiʻi Sea Grant via email to waltonm@hawaii.edu
About the Fellowship
In recognition of Professor Emeritus E. Gordon Grau’s service of more than 14 years to the University of Hawaiʻi Sea Grant College Program (Hawaiʻi Sea Grant) and the national network of 34 Sea Grant College Programs nationwide, we have established the E. Gordon Grau Coastal and Marine Resource Management Fellowship Program (Grau Fellowship). This fellowship provides a unique degree-to-work experience for post-graduate students who have an interest in ocean and coastal resources in the state of Hawaiʻi and the management and policy decisions affecting those resources.
Sponsored by Hawaiʻi Sea Grant, the Grau Fellowship provides a unique educational and work opportunity for post-graduate students who are interested in coastal and marine resource management and policy decisions affecting those resources in Hawaiʻi. Modeled after the highly successful John A. Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship Program, the Grau Fellowship provides fellows an opportunity to acquire relevant experience in the planning, implementation, and management of marine, coastal, and/or watershed resource policies and programs in Hawaiʻi. The program matches highly motivated and qualified recent master’s, JD, and PhD recipients with hosts in state, federal, or municipal agencies and nonprofits in Hawaiʻi for a 2-year paid fellowship.
Host Office Tracks for 2023 Fellowship
For the 2023 Grau Fellowship, there are two host office tracks that organizations can submit a host office proposal to.
Host Offices with coastal and marine management focus
Hawaiʻi Sea Grant seeks to partner with host offices in state, federal, or municipal agencies and/or nonprofits in Hawaiʻi that focus broadly on coastal and marine resource management and work in partnership with coastal communities. Host offices in this track should be prepared to engage Grau Fellows in projects that increase their understanding and professional experience in management and policy that address the sustainability and resilience of coastal and marine resources. Host offices should be located in Hawaiʻi. For examples of current and former host offices for the Grau Fellowship please visit https://seagrant.soest.hawaii.edu/directory/grau-fellows.
Host Offices with ocean acidification focus
For the 2023 Grau Fellowship, Hawaiʻi Sea Grant also seeks proposals from host offices that are working to address impacts from ocean acidification. Ocean acidification is a consequence of increased global carbon dioxide emissions that can trigger a wide range of impacts on marine ecosystems. The impacts of ocean acidification have primarily been described for calcifying marine organisms, many of which support important fisheries and habitats, though additional evidence indicates cascading impacts may extend throughout food webs. Host offices should be located in Hawaiʻi.
Host Office Responsibilities
Prospective hosts will provide an educational opportunity to fellows, who will, in turn, provide substantial professional contributions to the office. Hosts are expected to supervise, mentor, and provide opportunities for the fellow to be involved in critical issues that support the fellow’s professional and educational goals. The fellow will be expected to engage with the host office and work on-site and with other staff and/or leadership, as appropriate.
Fellowship applications are submitted to Hawaiʻi Sea Grant and screened for appropriate academic background, employment history, career and education goals, community and extracurricular activities, interest in the fellowship, and personal characteristics such as initiative, adaptability, and strong communication and analytical skills.
Prospective hosts are expected to contribute $46,000 per year of the costs to support a fellow ($92,000 over two years). Hawaiʻi Sea Grant will administer the monthly stipend payments for each fellow.
Budget
Hosts are expected to contribute $46,000/year towards total costs of the fellowship award. The fellowship is cost-shared with Hawaiʻi Sea Grant. Fellows receive a stipend of $5,000/month. Once hosts are confirmed, they are expected to work with Hawaiʻi Sea Grant to put into place a memorandum of agreement or a contract for each fellowship award prior to the start of fellowships in Fall 2023. Fellows are NOT ALLOWED to start the fellowship until the funding agreement is completed.
Length of Assignment
The length of assignment is 2 years (24 months; non-renewable). The fellowship will begin September 1, 2023 and end August 31, 2025. In some cases the start date can be negotiated to an August 1, 2023 start.
Host Office Application Process
The Grau Fellowship is open for participation by municipal, state, and federal agencies in Hawaiʻi, as well as Hawaiʻi-based nonprofits that work on coastal or marine research, policy, or management.
A host office application should include the following information in two pages or less:
- Host office name and location
- Name of fellowship mentor/supervisor and contact information
- Position description (not to exceed two pages, single spaced)
- The description should include a short summary and mission statement outlining the overall work of the office.
- The description should also outline the specific projects that the fellow will work on, percentage of total work time dedicated to each project, and the desired skill sets and areas of expertise that the fellow should possess.
- If selected as a participating host, this description will be made available and submitted to prospective fellowship applicants.
How to Submit Application
Host office applications should be submitted via email to Maya Walton (waltonm@hawaii.edu) by 5:00 PM HST on March 3, 2023. Late applications will not be considered.
Please submit via email to:
Maya Walton
Assistant Director for Research and Fellowships
University of Hawai‘i Sea Grant College Program
waltonm@hawaii.edu
(808) 956-6992
Host Office Selection
Acceptance of a host office application will be based on the following criteria:
- The perceived quality of the fellowship opportunity.
- The level of educational benefit for the fellow.
- The host office’s previous experience working with interns, fellows, or other mentoring/educational programs.
- Verification of available funds to meet host office financial commitment for the Grau Fellowship. Hosts are required to provide $46,000/year (or $92,000 over the two year fellowship) towards total costs of the fellowship award.
Selection of Fellow
Final selection of the Grau Fellow will be made by Hawaiʻi Sea Grant. Official offer of the Grau Fellowship to the selected applicant will also be made by Hawaiʻi Sea Grant. Hawaiʻi Sea Grant will partner with host offices in interviews of top tier candidates preceding final selection and will discuss with the host offices rankings of candidates from the Hawaiʻi Sea Grant Grau Fellowship review committee and rankings from host offices before making a decision.
Contact
For additional information about the Grau Fellowship program, please contact:
Maya Walton
Assistant Director for Research and Fellowships
University of Hawai‘i Sea Grant College Program
waltonm@hawaii.edu
(808) 956-6992
Examples of Grau Fellow Host Offices
For examples of current and former host offices for the Grau Fellowship please visit https://seagrant.soest.hawaii.edu/directory/grau-fellows/
CONTINUOUS
Please reply to Cindy Knapman, lknapman@hawaii.edu
Science writers specializing in coastal and ocean resource management and water resource management needed for Hawai‘i Sea Grant’s biannual magazine Ka Pili Kai, published by the University of Hawai‘i Sea Grant College Program, Honolulu, Hawai‘i. Must possess an understanding of Hawai‘i and Pacific Islands issues. It is helpful if the contractor is based in Hawai‘i or the Pacific Islands, but is not required.
Ka Pili Kai magazine communicates scientific knowledge to people of all ages who are interested in ocean and coastal management. It focuses on the topics such as water resources, coastal and climate science, sustainable coastal tourism, smart building and community design, marine education, and indigenous science, knowledge, and culture. The magazine is geared for ocean and coastal resource managers, policymakers, nongovernmental organizations such as environmental groups, and interested citizens. Please find a copy of our last issue HERE.
- The contractor will collect information on a pre-selected topic by interviewing scientists, resource managers, or cultural experts who are involved with the topic of interest.
- The contractor will be requested to write one or more of the following:
- 600-word profile on an individual
- 600-word story on a specific topic of interest that will be assigned
- 1,500-word summary of a selected book
- 2,000-2,500-word story on a specific topic of interest that will be assigned
The target audience includes policymakers, ocean and coastal resource professionals, and interested citizens. The articles should spark the reader’s interest by:
- Translating technical scientific information into layman’s terms.
- Providing context so the relevance of the information is readily apparent.
- Providing interesting quotes from the scientists and other interviewees.
- Craft a frame narrative so the article tells an interesting story and holds the reader’s
attention.
The contractor will also:
- Obtain photos and/or figures from the featured scientist(s) or cultural experts related to the findings and write captions for each. Photos and figures should be provided electronically as individual files. Photos should be .jpg or .tiff files with a minimum resolution of 300 dots per inch (dpi).
- Provide managing editor with a preliminary draft for review and work with them to resolve any issues regarding clarity and accuracy.
- Submit the final draft electronically in Microsoft Word along with photos and figures to the managing editor within 3 weeks.
The contractor must have sufficient understanding of science and ocean and coastal management to translate complex scientific information and make it interesting and accessible to a broad audience.
How to apply:
To apply, please send a PDF of the following application materials to lknapman@hawaii.edu:
- Cover letter
- Resume or CV
- 3 writing samples that demonstrate an ability to translate scientific information in a style that stimulates the interest of an educated audience.
- Potential contractors shall supply a lump sum bid for writing one or more of the articles described above.
- Contractor is paid per article following satisfactory submittal.
- The contractor does not own the copyright to any work or writing produced.
Email responses to: lknapman@hawaii.edu
Questions? Please contact Cindy Knapman, lknapman@hawaii.edu, (808) 956-7410
About the University of Hawai‘i Sea Grant College Program
Founded in 1968, the University of Hawaiʻi Sea Grant College Program (Hawai’i Sea Grant) is part of a national network of 33 programs that promote better understanding, conservation, and use of coastal resources. Hawai’i Sea Grant works in partnership with the University of Hawaiʻi’s prestigious School of Ocean and Earth Science and Technology and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to identify Hawaiʻi’s critical resource management issues and guide cutting-edge scientific research to address these challenges.
Hawai’i Sea Grant supports an innovative program of research, extension, education, and communication services directed to the improved understanding and stewardship of coastal and marine resources. Realizing the necessity of collaboration to address coastal resource issues, Hawai’i Sea Grant also provides links between academia, federal, state, and local government agencies, industries, and local community members.
2022 E. Gordon Grau Coastal and Marine Resource Management and Policy Fellowship Program
(2022 Grau Fellowship)
(CLOSED)
APPLICANS DUE: 5:00 pm HST on Friday, May 13, 2022
About the Fellowship
In recognition of Professor Emeritus E. Gordon Grau’s service of more than 14 years to the Sea Grant College Program at the University of Hawaiʻi (Hawaiʻi Sea Grant) and the national network of 34 Sea Grant College Programs nationwide, we have established the E. Gordon Grau Coastal and Marine Resource Management and Policy Fellowship Program (Grau Fellowship). Sponsored by Hawaiʻi Sea Grant, the Grau Fellowship provides a unique educational and work opportunity for post-graduate students who are interested in coastal and marine resource management and policy decisions affecting those resources in Hawaiʻi. Modeled after the highly successful John A. Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship Program, the Grau Fellowship provides fellows an opportunity to acquire on-the-job experience in the planning, implementation and management of marine, coastal, and/or watershed resource policies and programs in Hawaiʻi. The program matches highly motivated and qualified recent graduates of graduate programs with hosts in state, federal, or municipal agencies and nonprofits in Hawaiʻi for a 2-year paid fellowship ($5,000.00 per month).
Eligibility
Graduate students at institutions of higher education in Hawaiʻi who complete their graduate degrees (Masters, Ph.D., or J.D) between May 1, 2021 and August 31, 2022 in fields related to conservation, management, public policy, planning, or law of marine and/or coastal resources are eligible and encouraged to apply. Additionally, applicants who graduated from a high school in Hawaiʻi and complete their graduate degrees between May 1, 2021 and August 31, 2022 in related disciplines as described above from accredited institutions of higher education outside of Hawaiʻi are encouraged to apply (e.g., students who graduated high school in Hawaiʻi and completed graduate degrees in California). Fellows must complete all degree requirements before starting the fellowship.
This Fellowship is open to both U.S. and non-U.S. citizens. If you are a prospective applicant who is a non-U.S. citizen please be in touch with Maya Walton, Hawaiʻi Sea Grant’s Assistant Director for Research and Fellowships (waltonm@hawaii.edu) to discuss .
Hawaiʻi Sea Grant is committed to increasing the workforce and its diversity in Hawaiʻi. Sea Grant embraces individuals of all ages, races, ethnicities, national origins, gender identities, sexual orientations, disabilities, cultures, religions, citizenship types, marital statuses, job classifications, veteran status types, and income, and socioeconomic status types. Hawaiʻi Sea Grant is committed to building inclusive research, extension, communication, and education programs that serve people with unique backgrounds, circumstances, needs, perspectives, and ways of thinking.
Stipend and Expenses
Each fellow will receive a $60,000/year stipend for the 2-year fellowship ($5,000/month). Fellows will be responsible for obtaining health insurance and for the tracking and allocation of state and federal taxes as appropriate. Possible travel associated with the fellowship may be covered by the host agency at the agency’s discretion.
Length of Assignment
The length of assignment is 2 years (24 months; non-renewable). The fellowship will begin September 1, 2022 and end August 31, 2024.
Application Process
A complete application will include:
1. Personal and academic curriculum vitae (two pages maximum, 12-point font)
- Describes applicant’s experience in either marine/coastal/watershed/climate science, natural and cultural resource management, planning, public policy, and/or law.
- Describes any honors, awards, and other recognition received by the applicant.
- Shows that the applicant has interest in working with diverse communities.
- Describes an applicant’s commitment to apply scientific expertise to serve society.
- Describes an applicant’s prior leadership roles relevant to the career stage (e.g., student government, faculty committees, advisory committees, professional societies, community initiatives, etc.).
2. A personal education and career goal statement (1,000 words maximum, 12-point font) that includes the following:
- Emphasizes the applicant’s abilities, relevant background, and experience that may be helpful to one of the listed host offices and projects.
- Describes what the applicant expects to gain from and contribute to the Grau Fellowship Program.
- Describes the applicant’s specific preference in the potential host office(s) listed.
- Describes the applicant’s long-term career goals and how the Grau Fellowship fits into their long-term career plans.
3. Copies of all undergraduate and graduate student transcripts. Unofficial copies will be accepted at time of application deadline with official transcripts due prior to finalizing awards.
4. Two letters of professional recommendation, including one from the student’s degree advisor. If no degree advisor exists, the faculty member who is most familiar with the applicant academically may be substituted. Letters will be received through eProjects. We encourage students to enter the names and emails of their letter writers in eProjects early in the application process.
5. Written documentation that a graduate degree has been completed or will be completed by August 31, 2022. For most students the copy of the transcript will show that the graduate degree has been conferred. For students who are graduating after Grau Fellowship applications are due in May 2022, we ask for a signed letter from the studentʻs advisor or department chair stating the student’s intended graduation date and what remains to be completed in their degree program before graduation.
How to Submit Application
Applications should be submitted via eProjects by 5:00 PM HST on Friday, May 13, 2022.
https://www.soest.hawaii.edu/eProjects/logn/logn_login.php (Note: upon first arrival at eProjects, if you do not already have an account, you will be asked to sign up and create a username and password). Students will be asked to submit the names and emails for their letter writers. Letters of recommendation will be submitted via eProjects directly from the letter writers. Late applications will not be considered.
Potential Host Offices for the 2022 Fellowship
WAI: Wastewater Alternatives & Innovations
WAI is a non-profit organization established in 2019. WAI’s mission is to help restore healthy watersheds, clean water, and resilient reefs by reducing the amount of sewage pollution from cesspools and failing septic systems. Currently, over 88,000 cesspools leach over 53 million gallons per day of untreated wastewater into the ground. Much of this leachate reaches groundwater and the ocean, causing pollution problems that impact drinking water, coastal waters, public health, and coral reefs. WAI’s vision for clean water motivates their work to help communities across Hawaiʻi to convert cesspools and introduce innovative systems that are more affordable, efficient, and better for the environment. The Grau Fellow at WAI will:
- Facilitate infrastructure projects on a single-family, community, and municipal level;
- Provide general technical expertise and support during and outside of meetings;
- Create, review, and present grant proposals, reports, and slide decks;
- Research environmental science, engineering, and financial and legal matters related to wastewater infrastructure;
- Manage and supervise interns and volunteers;
- Create and manage interactive GIS maps and outreach websites.
Desired skills for this fellow are:
- Background in water management, water quality research, wastewater engineering, planning, water policy, science communication, or related fields.
- Ability to learn and translate technical/scientific topics to non-technical audiences.
- Ability to connect and communicate with various audiences (e.g., engineers, contractors, plumbers, electricians, etc.), including through public speaking.
- Ability to work independently or in teams with diverse user groups, cultures, personalities, and perspectives.
- Ability to coordinate and organize working groups and to facilitate meetings.
- Ability to think critically, speak clearly, and write effectively.
- Ability to use relevant software programs such as Autodesk AutoCAD and ArcGIS Online.
National Disaster Preparedness Training Center (NDPTC)
The NDPTC is a national, congressionally-authorized center which works collaboratively to develop and deliver training and education on disaster preparedness, response, and recovery to governmental, tribal, territorial, not-for-profit, and private sector partners. NDPTC is a member of the National Domestic Preparedness Consortium (NDPC). The NDPTC actively engages with the University of Hawaiʻi, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and many other agencies and organizations in conducting research and developing training to support climate resilience, sustainability, and community resilience. The Grau Fellow at NDPTC will:
- Work with Rapid Integrated Damage Assessment (RIDA), a decision-support system used to conduct rapid, non-invasive damage assessment that integrates machine vision and learning with satellite/remote sensing imagery, crowdsourced media, and 360 Street View images and “perishable” data to classify structure types and levels of damage;
- Evaluate and test living shorelines and green strategies for improving community resilience that ties into an increasing national focus on climate resilient and green infrastructure;
- Develop curriculum for NDPTC’s training for university students, professionals, and communities on coastal planning and management, disaster recovery, and social equity.
Desired skills for this fellow are:
- Background in public policy, engineering, urban planning, economics, social sciences, management, natural sciences, conservation, or related fields.
- Knowledge of geospatial tools for planning and engineering activities.
- Ability to collect, process, format, and work with quantitative and qualitative data.
- Writing and verbal communication skills for audiences across management, education, and the public.
- Understanding of relevant federal, state, and local policies and programs.
- Knowledge of and familiarity with island communities.
- Ability to learn and translate technical/scientific topics to non-technical audiences.
- Ability to connect and communicate with various audiences.
- Ability to work independently or in teams with diverse user groups, cultures, personalities, and perspectives.
Selection
Selection of finalists (2022 Grau Fellowship Cohort) will be made based on reviews of written application materials and interviews (in person, Zoom, or phone). Selection criteria include: academic ability, communication skills, diversity and appropriateness of academic background, clear articulation of career goals and how the fellowship fits in the student’s anticipated career path, additional qualifying experience, and letters of support.
Timeline
May 13, 2022 (5:00 PM HST):
Applications due via eProjects https://www.soest.hawaii.edu/eProjects/logn/logn_login
May 2022 (approximate):
Interviews for selection of finalists by Hawaiʻi Sea Grant. Finalists are notified of status.
September 1, 2022:
Fellowship begins (date can be negotiated between fellow and host agency).
Contact
For additional information, please contact:
Maya Walton
Assistant Director for Research and Fellowships
University of Hawai‘i Sea Grant College Program waltonm@hawaii.edu; (808) 956-6992
Application Evaluation Criteria
1. Personal and academic curriculum vitae (35 percent).
For the Grau Fellowship Program, the personal and academic curriculum vitae is reviewed on the extent to which:
- The applicant has relevant employment, volunteer, or extracurricular activities in academic, applied, research, administration, outreach, or policy positions that would be beneficial to one of the listed host offices;
- The experience in the applicant’s area of expertise is appropriate to the career stage;
- The applicant has received honors, awards, and other recognition;
- The applicant has shown interest in working with diverse stakeholders;
- The applicant’s experience demonstrates a commitment to apply scientific expertise to serve society;
- The applicant’s experiences show prior leadership roles relevant to the career stage (e.g., student government, faculty committees, advisory committees, professional societies, community initiatives, etc.).
- Records of publications and/or presentations (academic or nonacademic) are appropriate to the career stage, field, and institutional settings.
2. Personal education and career goal statement (40 percent).
For the Grau Fellowship program, the cover letter is reviewed on the extent to which the letter:
- Is specific, direct, and concise while discussing what the applicant would bring to and gain from the Grau fellowship;
- Clearly articulates the applicant’s career or life goal;
- Demonstrates the applicant’s diverse personal and professional background;
- Provides evidence of creative thinking, analytical skill, and/or indicates the applicant’s capacity and willingness to make connections between science and broader economic, social, and political issues;
- Demonstrates the applicant’s ability to convey scientific knowledge in broader, nonscientific contexts.
3. Academic record (5 percent).
For the Grau Fellowship Program, the graduate and undergraduate transcripts are reviewed on the extent to which:
- The education and experience in the applicant’s area of expertise are appropriate to the career stage and relevant to one of the listed host offices;
- The applicant displays strength in academic performance and competitive course grades.
4. Letters of Recommendation (20 percent).
For the Grau Fellowship Program, the letters of recommendation are reviewed on the extent to which the letters:
- Demonstrate knowledge of the applicant and their abilities;
- Speak to the leadership potential, confidence, maturity, and self direction of the applicant;
- Provide evidence of the applicant’s willingness and flexibility to tackle issues beyond their area of expertise, and an openness and capacity to broaden their experience base;
- Provide evidence of the applicant’s ability to convey scientific knowledge in broader, nonscientific contexts.
2022 Peter J. Rappa Fellowship (Rappa Fellowship)
CLOSED
APPLICATIONS DUE: March 15, 2022 at 5:00 PM HST
**Please remember to submit applications to eProjects
https://www.soest.hawaii.edu/eProjects/logn/logn_login.php
To continue the spirit and good work of long-time coastal sustainability extension agent Peter Joseph Rappa, the University of Hawai‘i Sea Grant College Program (Hawai‘i Sea Grant) created the Peter J. Rappa Fellowship (Rappa Fellowship) in memory of Mr. Rappa. Rappa Fellow(s) will be selected and involved in training and research to better understand aspects of coastal sustainability and resilience conducted within several of the Hawai‘i Sea Grant Centers of Excellence. Annually Rappa Fellows engage in projects that look into the natural, social, and built environments in Hawaiʻi and efforts to better manage issues that affect coastal community livability, sustainability and resilience. The Rappa Fellows will further their knowledge and understanding of sustainable coastal communities through research, extension, and community-based education in topics of coastal smart growth and community planning and their integration with hazard mitigation and climate change adaptation as well as cultural and traditional knowledge of Hawai‘i.
Potential projects for the 2022 Fellowship:
Education and Training for Realtors on Sea-level Rise
Last year, Hawaiʻi Governor David Ige signed into law Act 179 (Senate Bill 474), which requires a sea-level rise hazard exposure statement with the sale or transfer of vulnerable coastal property. This new legislation aims to improve awareness amongst prospective buyers of real estate regarding projected sea level rise impacts (i.e., Sea Level Rise Exposure Area including passive inundation, erosion, and wave runup). This project will include background research on existing educational materials that Sea Grant programs nationwide have created for realtors and similar information-user groups to better understand coastal hazards, and an exploration of the transferability of preferred models to Hawaiʻi.
- Complete background research on South Carolina Sea Grantʻs existing suite of courses and educational workshops that aim to educate real estate agents about properties in flood zones https://www.sccoastalinfo.org/courses/
- Interview Sea Grant Extension Agents about best practices and lessons learned for creating educational materials for realtors and similar groups about coastal hazards.
- Administer a small scale needs assessment with Hawaiʻi based realtors to gain more understanding about aspects of communicating sea-level rise risk that they still need technical assistance on.
- Draft recommendations on potential next steps for creating educational materials for realtors on properties in the sea-level rise hazard exposure area.
- Desirable skills and background include
-Educational background and knowledge of sea-level rise, coastal, and flood hazards in Hawaiʻi
-Experience translating technical information into educational materials
-Good oral and written communication skills
-Comfort with Zoom or other online communication
Enhancing Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, and Accessibility (DEIJA) and Ethical Research
The Rappa Fellow would assist Hawaiʻi Sea Grant in developing and implementing goals to ensure Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, and Accessibility (DEIJA) is incorporated as a cross-cutting priority in programmatic activities with a particular emphasis on analyzing ethical research practices in Hawaiian coastal and marine spaces.
- Conduct a systematic literature review on coastal and marine research projects in the Hawaiian Islands to develop a broad picture of the types of research institutions involved in studying Hawaiian ecosystems and natural resources.This analysis will contribute to a deeper understanding of the “parachute science” dynamics at play in Hawaiʻi.
- Support the review and analysis of the Hawaiʻi Sea Grant DEIJA survey conducted in 2022 to identify challenges and opportunities for Hawai’i Sea Grant to improve and align with the National Sea Grant Office efforts to strengthen the resilience of coastal communities.
- Desirable skills and background include
-Experience with large scale literature reviews and database management
-Data visualization (i.e. developing charts, diagrams, and infographics for nonacademic audiences)
-Familiarity with Hawaiian coastal and marine ecosystems and local conservation/stewardship networks
-Demonstrated experience centering DEI issues
-Comfort with Zoom or other online communication
Outreach and Communications Strategy for the Project ‘Envisioning In Situ Sea Level Rise Adaptation Strategies for a Densely Developed Coastal Community, Waikīkī’
The Rappa Fellow will focus on sharing the outcomes of the project ‘Envisioning In Situ Sea Level Rise Adaptation Strategies for a Densely Developed Coastal Community, Waikīkī’. The goal of this work is to create awareness of project outcomes among the general public, Waikīkī community, and interested stakeholders through the creation of an effective outreach and communications strategy.
The Rappa Fellow would:
- Develop materials including a project summary, presentations, and complementary graphics for the Hawaiʻi Sea Grant website
- Create a graphically interesting and coherent project profile (1-2 pages) to share with media outlets and interested stakeholders
- Develop a list of relevant media outlets, their submission requirements (i.e., descriptive text/images/video), and current contact information
- Pursue publication of project outcomes through relevant media outlets
- Create social media posts to generate interest in the project’s outcomes. Partner with relevant organizations for cross-postings
- Compile a ‘one-stop-shop’ of links to University of Hawaiʻi research related to Waikīkī and sea level rise adaptation for the project website
- Explore public exhibition opportunities (both in person and virtual, COVID-19 dependent) and assist with the creation and execution of events as they arise
- Other duties as assigned
- Desirable skills and background include
-Demonstrated communications and outreach experience
-High level of comfort with public outreach and public speaking
-Strong writing skills
-Experience developing graphics and presentations (*please include at least two examples of original graphics in your application). Experience with graphic software (i.e. Photoshop, Illustrator) is preferred.
-Knowledge of urban planning, sea level rise, and coastal processes
In addition to engaging fully in one of the listed potential projects above, the Rappa Fellow will also gain an understanding of the multifaceted operations of Hawai‘i Sea Grant through shadowing extension faculty and participating in activities as scheduling permits.
Requirements (Who is eligible?)
All full-time undergraduate or graduate students currently enrolled in an accredited university or community college are eligible to apply for the Rappa Fellowship
Locations:
The 2022 Rappa Fellowship may take place at one or a combination of the following locations.
- Remote/Virtual
- Hawai‘i Sea Grant office on the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa campus
Supervisor:
Maya Walton, Assistant Director for Research and Fellowships, University of Hawai‘i Sea Grant College Program
Length of Fellowship
- 8-weeks full time (40 hour/week) summer fellowship
- The fellowship will begin on Monday June 13, 2022 and will end on Friday, August 5, 2022
Stipend:
- $6,000
Application components
- Cover Letter (2 pages maximum)
The cover letter should describe your goals with an emphasis on what you as the applicant expect to gain from and contribute to the Rappa Fellowship program. The cover letter should also describe your specific interest or preference in the potential projects listed above and how your background and experience supports this project.
- Resume (2 pages maximum)
- Unofficial transcripts
- The names, emails, and phone numbers of two references that the selection committee can contact
Application Submission:
Please submit via eProjects by March 15, 2022 at 5:00 PM HST
https://www.soest.hawaii.edu/eProjects/logn/logn_login.php
Contact for Questions:
Maya Walton
Assistant Director for Research and Fellowships, University of Hawai‘i Sea Grant College Program
waltonm@hawaii.edu (808) 956-6992
Selection of finalists: Finalists will be selected by a review panel and will be contacted for interviews in April. Final decisions will be made by May and all applicants will be notified of a decision by this time.
2023 Population and Ecosystem Dynamics and Marine Resource Economics Fellowship
CLOSED
Applications due Jan. 25, 2023 5:00PM HST
to Hawaiʻi Sea Grant via eProjects
Applications are now being accepted for the 2023 NMFS-Sea Grant Joint Fellowship Program in Population and Ecosystem Dynamics and Marine Resource Economics. This fisheries focused fellowship places Ph.D. students in research-based fellowships that provide support for up to three years. The program is designed to fulfill workforce development needs identified by the NOAA National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) and since 1990, has provided opportunities for 159 Ph.D. students.
Applications are due to Hawaiʻi Sea Grant via eProjects by January 25, 2023. Please share this announcement, the attached notice of federal funding, and the linked student guide with your networks, and in particular any graduate students who might be interested in applying. A reminder that students are eligible to apply if they are currently enrolled as PhD students. The award amount for the fellowship is $58,333 per year.
Students who are planning on submitting an application must meet with Hawaiʻi Sea Grant prior to the January 25, 2023 deadline. We encourage students to be in contact with our office early in the application process. Please contact the Hawaiʻi Sea Grant office to arrange meetings (seagrant@hawaii.edu, 808-956-7031) Any questions on the fellowship or application process can be directed to Hawaii Sea Grant Assistant Director for Research and Fellowships, Maya Walton (waltonm@hawaii.edu, 808-956-6992). Thank you!
Important dates and deadlines
- Jan. 25, 2023 5:00PM HST: applications due to Hawaiʻi Sea Grant via eProjects
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2022 Coastal Management and Digital Coast Fellowships
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Important dates and deadlines
- Friday Jan 21, 2022: applications due to Hawaiʻi Sea Grant via eProjects
- August 2022 start date for Coastal Management and Digital Coast Fellowship
The Coastal Management and Digital Coast Fellowships provide on-the-job education and training opportunities in coastal resource management and policy for postgraduate students. This is a two-year opportunity that offers a competitive salary, medical benefits, and relocation and travel expense reimbursement to selected fellows. The program matches postgraduate students with state coastal resource agencies and nonprofit organizations to work on projects proposed by the hosts and selected by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
For further details, visit the Coastal Management and Digital Coast Fellowship websites at:
https://coast.noaa.gov/fellowship/coastalmanagement.html
https://coast.noaa.gov/fellowship/digitalcoast.html
A reminder that students are eligible to apply if they completed or plan to complete their master’s, doctoral, or professional degrees between August 1, 2020, and July 31, 2022. Any questions on the fellowship or application process can be directed to Hawaiʻi Sea Grant Assistant Director for Research and Fellowships, Maya Walton (waltonm@hawaii.edu, 808-956-6992).
Read full announcement HERE
Hawai‘i Sea Grant supports a multidisciplinary, integrated program of applied research, outreach, and education addressing marine and coastal issues of public concern. Information generated by Hawai‘i Sea Grant-funded research reaches stakeholders via Hawai‘i Sea Grant extension, education, and communications activities in Hawai‘i and via the national network.
Please read more on the Hawai’i Sea Grant Request for Proposals page.
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Hawai’i Sea Grant is seeking a University of Hawai’i graduate student intern.
Student applicants must have completed a bachelors degree and be able to perform interviews and other tasks independently. Excellent writing and communications skills required, including the ability to write articles and press releases with moderate supervision. Must be able to convey complex scientific information to non-scientific audiences. Knowledge of graphic design and website development software desirable but not required. Communications or science background preferred.
Duties include interviewing researchers and extension faculty to write about their projects for various media products. Topics may include coral reefs, fisheries, sustainable development, marine mammals, coastal hazards, and community outreach. Must be willing to take high resolution photographs suitable to include in various media products. In addition, audio interviews will be conducted and synthesized for use on website, podcasts, etc.
This internship may also include other activities and duties as assigned in support of the Hawai’i Sea Grant Communications unit.
$17.35/hr
10-20 hours per week
To apply, log in to the Campus Student Employment website: https://sece.its.hawaii.edu/sece and search for position 78259-A5
Application review begins May 1, 2022. Position open until filled.
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Deadline to apply is Friday July 29, 2022 at 11:59 p.m. HST
In celebration of the University of Hawaiʻi Sea Grant College Program’s (Hawai‘i Sea Grant’s) 50th anniversary, we are seeking three local artists to collaborate with on a sci-art exhibit at Arts at Mark’s Garage, located in Honolulu, HI in November 2022. Each selected artist will be provided $2,000 and additional funds to create and develop artwork that creatively translates our work in 1) Healthy Coastal Ecosystems, 2) Sustainable Fisheries and Aquaculture, 3) Resilient Communities and Economies, and 4) Environmental Literacy and Workforce Development.
We welcome applications from artists of all media including (and not exclusive to) painting, illustration, sculpture, ceramics, music, digital, videography, clothing and textiles, photography, and many more!
Application Requirements:
- Cover Letter – Please submit a cover letter that describes your artistic process, how your artwork aligns with Hawaiʻi Sea Grant, and your own personal connection to coastal communities in Hawaiʻi.
- Curriculum vitae (cv) or resume (2-3 pages).
- Work samples – this can also include your professional website, social media (Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, TikTok), and/or links to previous projects.
Please submit your application packet to the Hawaiʻi Sea Grant assistant director for diversity and community engagement, Dr. Beth Lenz, at ealenz@hawaii.edu
Learn more about Hawaiʻi Sea Grant.