Fall 2025 Keystone Fellowship Project:
- Puget Sound Partnership: PSP Keystone Fellowship Project Description
Overview
The Washington Sea Grant (WSG) Keystone Fellowship aims to create pathways into marine-related careers for individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and broaden participation in these fields. The program’s goal is to cultivate the next generation of marine and coastal science and policy leaders who are representative of the full spectrum of Washington state communities. Open to all students, the WSG Keystone Fellowship Program is committed to broadening and enhancing access for all students, including people of color, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ individuals, who wish to pursue careers in marine science and policy.
- This one-year paid fellowship is open to all highly motivated and qualified early-career professionals who share a dedication to these goals.
- Fellows are matched with host organizations including state and local governments, tribes, nonprofits, and maritime industries, where they focus on projects addressing pressing coastal and marine issues.
- Fellows gain valuable experience, training, and mentorship while working on impactful science, policy, and industry-related projects.
We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and priority will be given to those who demonstrate a commitment to broadening participation in marine and coastal professions and to creating a workplace environment that is welcoming and prioritizes dignity and respect for all people.
How To Apply
See the “For Prospective Fellows” tab below for application instructions and to access the eSeaGrant application portal
Resources for Applicants:
- Connect with the WSG Fellowships Team via email (sgfellow@uw.edu) to ask questions or set up a meeting time to discuss the fellowship.
- Tips for writing personal statements, CV’s, and interviewing for Sea Grant fellowships [PDF]
Applicants are strongly encouraged to reach out to Washington Sea Grant (sgfellow@uw.edu) in advance of the application deadline to provide notification of their intent to apply.
WSG Fellowships Office Hours:
The WSG Fellowships team will be available to discuss the fellowship and answer questions during the following virtual drop-in office hours:
May 27, 10-11 a.m. – Registration Link
June 5, 1-2 p.m. – Registration Link
June 10, 10-11 a.m. – Registration Link
June 24, 10-11 a.m. – Registration Link
Past Keystone Fellowship Projects:
2025 WSG Keystone Fellowship host: Puget Sound Restoration Fund – 2025 Fellowship Project Description
2024 WSG Keystone Fellowship host: Seattle Aquarium: 2024 Fellowship Project Description
2023 WSG Keystone Fellowship host: Puget Sound Partnership
2022 WSG Keystone Fellowship host: Port of Seattle – 2022 Fellowship Project Description
2021 WSG Keystone fellowship host: Seattle Aquarium – 2021 Fellowship Project Description
2020 WSG Keystone Fellowship Host: Puget Sound Partnership
2019 WSG Keystone Fellowship Host: Seattle Aquarium