If you are preparing your fellowship application, note that specific interview dates for May and June 2026 have been added to the timeline. Eligibility guidelines now explicitly state that university affiliation is not required to apply. Additionally, you can now watch a recorded info session linked in the external resources to help strengthen your submission.
Funder: Washington Sea Grant
Due Dates: February 26, 2026 (Host application due, 5 pm) | April 29, 2026 (Fellowship application due via eSeaGrant, 5 pm)
Funding Amounts: $80,000–$83,000 total per fellow over two years (includes stipend and professional development budget)
Summary: Two-year paid fellowship for early or transitioning career professionals to work on coastal resilience projects with local host organizations in Washington.
Key Information: Fellows must reside in/near Washington host communities; eligibility extends to Pacific region residents or WA graduates.