Opportunities for Students at NWS Paducah

Overview

The National Weather Service in Paducah is pleased to offer opportunities for students enrolled in both high school and college to learn more about working at the National Weather Service and career opportunities in atmospheric science. Click on a tab to learn more about opportunities for students to shadow or volunteer at our office!


Taking a tour inside of the National Weather Service radar!	Shadowing our forecasters!	Presenting a summer research project to our staff!

Shadowing
Summer Volunteer

Shadowing

Students enrolled in high school are welcome to visit our office to shadow for a day to learn more about careers with the National Weather Service. You'll see what our staff does on a day-to-day basis, and learn what skills and courses you need to work for the National Weather Service. Here are details about shadowing at NWS Paducah:

Who Can Shadow: Students enrolled in high school with an interest in pursuing a career in meteorology or a related field. Students will need to have transportation to our office.

When Can Students Shadow: Students may shadow year-round, subject to staff availability.

Other Details:

A day shadowing typically lasts three to six hours, mainly between 10 AM and 4 PM on weekdays.
Parents, guardians, or teachers of a student shadowing are welcome to be in the office while they shadow.

How to Arrange a Shadowing Experience: Contact NWS Paducah by email at nws.paducah@noaa.gov with the subject line "Student Shadowing Inquiry."

Student Volunteers

College students studying atmospheric science, meteorology, climatology, hydrology, or a related field can volunteer at the office on a regular basis. Volunteering experiences are subject to staff availability and may be canceled or postponed with short notice. Most student volunteer during the summer, but local students may be able to volunteer during other portions of the year.

Student Volunteer Roles:
Student volunteers will shadow with our staff members on a regular basis to learn more about different roles and day-to-day operations at a National Weather Service forecast office. Depending on staff availability, volunteers may be able to travel to meet with NWS core partners, help with public outreach events, and more!

To inquire about student volunteer opportunities and availability:

Please email NWS Paducah at nws.paducah@noaa.gov with the subject "Student Volunteer Inquiries."

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