OFFICIAL CALL FOR APPLICANTS FOR THE
2023 SUMMER STUDENT VOLUNTEER PROGRAM
What to expect during the program?
- Frequent meetings with NWS staff.
- Various topics will be discussed and presented during each meeting.
- Apply classroom learning in an operational forecast setting.
- Gain in depth experience through a chosen focus area – Science and Research, Decision Support Services, Outreach, etc.
- Present a project corresponding to your chosen focus area at an office sponsored workshop.
- Earn academic credit through your university, if offered.
Who is eligible to apply?
- College students who are meteorology majors.
- Juniors and seniors as well as graduate students will be given first preference, but rising sophomores also will be considered.
- Students must be enrolled for the Fall semester of the upcoming year (Fall 2023) at the time the volunteer-ship begins.
- Students who are interested in a NWS or related career.
- Students with flexible schedules.
- Volunteers will be strongly encouraged to meet 1 to 3 times per week, with the program designed to last 8-12 weeks.
What does the application process involve?
- Applicants will be required to submit a resumé, transcript (unofficial is acceptable), application form and a brief cover letter that describes their motivation for applying.
- NWS staff may select directly from these documents, although brief interviews could occur for the top applicants.
How do I submit an application?
- Applications are no longer being accepted!
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Submit your application HERE.
- ​Please, do not include any sensitive personal information in any of the documents you submit (e.g. social security number, photos, etc.).
- Applicants will be notified of their status by March 15, 2023.
Questions? Email: Jeffrey.Hovis@noaa.gov
Participation in the program does not guarantee a future job with the National Weather Service. No compensation is provided. Applicants are subject to Department of Commerce and NOAA security and background investigation.