Washington Sea Grant Keystone Fellowship
Forecasted
Washington Sea Grant Keystone Fellowship supports early-career professionals through mentored coastal and marine science, policy, and industry projects to broaden participation and develop future leaders.
Funder: Washington Sea Grant
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Fellowship application due)
Funding Amounts: $65,000 stipend plus $3,500 for professional development over one year
Summary: A paid, mentored fellowship supporting early-career professionals in coastal and marine science, policy, and industry while broadening participation.
Key Information: Fellow applicants must currently reside in Washington state and meet degree or experience requirements.
Description
Washington Sea Grant’s Keystone Fellowship creates pathways into marine-related careers and aims to develop science and policy leaders representative of Washington state’s communities. The one-year program matches early-career professionals with host organizations to address pressing coastal and marine issues through substantive science, policy, and industry projects. Fellows receive professional experience, training, and mentorship.
Host organizations include state and local governments, tribes, nonprofits, and maritime industries. They provide supervision and opportunities that advance fellows’ professional goals, with an emphasis on welcoming workplaces and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The program recognizes historic barriers to participation and encourages applicants with varied experiences and perspectives. Washington Sea Grant does not consider personal identity factors in evaluation or selection.
