Tours, Talks and Job Shadows

Contact Us

By E-mail:	nws.lincoln@noaa.gov
By Phone:	(217) 732-3089

Tours:

Tours are best suited for 3rd grade and above.

Contact: Ed Shimon
Phone: (217) 732-4029 ext. 726
E-mail: Edward.Shimon@noaa.gov

Virtual and In-Person Talks:

NWS staffers are available for talking to your community group or school class.

Virtual school talks can be scheduled at https://www.weather.gov/education/school-outreach . There are a number of subjects available, and are tailored toward a specific age group.
In-person talks can be scheduled by contacting Ed Shimon at the phone number or E-mail listed to the right.

Contact: Ed Shimon
Phone: (217) 732-4029 ext. 726
E-mail: Edward.Shimon@noaa.gov

Job Shadows:

Job shadows are typically arranged for high school or college students.
Job shadows sit with forecasters in our operations area, to learn about our operations, and to ask questions regarding the weather, careers, educational requirements, etc.

Contact: Andy Taylor
Phone: (217) 732-4029 ext. 766
E-mail: Andrew.Taylor@noaa.gov

Employment Opportunities:

Careers in the National Weather Service
The NWS has a variety of jobs, not all of which involve routine weather forecasting. Learn more about the opportunities available within our agency.
Apply for Jobs at the National Weather Service (USAJobs web site)