Marine Science Storytelling Fellow

Organization: STEAM the Streets

Location: Massachusetts | Hybrid: Remote + In-Person Field/Lab Visits in Massachusetts and Connecticut

Position Type: Paid, Part-Time Fellowship

Compensation: $25/hour

Hours: Approximately 12–16 hours per week

Commitment: October 2026 through June 2028

Schedule: Flexible

Transportation: Reliable transportation required; approved project mileage reimbursed

About STEAM the Streets

STEAM the Streets (STS) creates engaging experiences that help young people discover career pathways and envision their futures through science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM).

STS uses media, storytelling, and community engagement to make complex subjects relatable and approachable. We believe exposure creates opportunity. By helping young people see themselves in science and innovation, we help build the next generation of leaders, creators, researchers, and problem-solvers.

About the Fellowship

STEAM the Streets is seeking a Marine Science Storytelling Fellow to support an exciting marine science communications project funded by the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) and conducted in partnership with researchers at the University of Connecticut (UConn) and Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI).

The project examines the potential effects of electromagnetic fields (EMF) associated with offshore wind energy infrastructure on sand lance, a small forage fish that plays an important role in the Gulf of Maine ecosystem and Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary.

Scientists are working to better understand how marine species may be affected by offshore wind development and how future projects can responsibly coexist with ocean ecosystems.

The Fellow will help make this complex science accessible and engaging by documenting research activities, interviewing scientists, creating digital media, and sharing stories that connect communities with ocean science, climate solutions, and clean energy research.

What You’ll Do

Content Creation

• Visit research labs at UConn, Woods Hole, and locations within the Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary region to document research activities.
• Participate in documenting a full-day research boat trip off Scituate, Massachusetts.
• Produce short-form educational videos highlighting research activities, project findings, and marine science concepts.
• Create researcher spotlights and career pathway profiles.
• Contribute to blog or newsletter-style project updates.
• Capture photo, video, and interview content during project activities.
• Create behind-the-scenes content documenting laboratory work, field activities, and the research process.

Science Storytelling

• Interview scientists, researchers, and project partners.
• Translate technical scientific concepts into accessible public-facing content.
• Develop story ideas connecting research findings with real-world environmental and community issues.
• Highlight career pathways in marine science, environmental research, offshore wind, and science communication.

Community Engagement

• Create content designed to inspire youth and underserved communities to explore STEM careers.
• Support content distribution through social media, digital platforms, and community engagement efforts.
• Represent STEAM the Streets professionally when interacting with project partners and stakeholders.

What You’ll Gain

This paid fellowship is designed for an emerging storyteller or aspiring science communicator who wants hands-on experience translating cutting-edge scientific research into engaging public-facing content.

You will:

• Work alongside marine scientists and researchers while documenting laboratory, field, and boat-based research.
• Build skills in science communication, storytelling, interviewing, and digital media production with support and mentorship from STEAM the Streets staff and project partners.
• Gain exposure to careers in offshore wind, marine ecology, climate research, and science communication.
• Build professional relationships and create portfolio-ready content.

Who You Are

This fellowship may be a good fit if you are curious, creative, comfortable learning new things, and interested in turning information into stories that people can understand.

Required Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Interest in storytelling, journalism, content creation, media production, communications, environmental science, or marine science.
• Experience creating videos, social media content, photography, blogs, podcasts, or other digital media.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn about marine science, offshore wind, and environmental research. Prior marine science experience is not required.
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and capture and edit content with support and mentorship from STEAM the Streets staff.
• Comfort interviewing professionals and asking thoughtful questions.
• Reliable transportation and access to a cell phone capable of recording high-quality video.
• Ability to travel periodically to research, laboratory, and field locations in Cape Cod, Eastern Massachusetts, and Storrs, Connecticut.
• Ability to participate in a full-day research boat trip.
• Comfort working in both remote and in-person environments.

Strongly Encouraged to Apply

Applicants from backgrounds underrepresented in STEAM fields and communities that have historically had limited access to science and career exploration opportunities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Candidates able to participate in field visits at UConn and throughout the Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary region—including Cape Cod, Cape Ann, Boston’s North Shore, and South Shore—are especially encouraged to apply.

Pay, Schedule, and Structure

• $25/hour
• Approximately 12–16 hours per week
• October 2026 through June 2028
• Flexible, part-time schedule
• Hybrid structure combining remote work with periodic laboratory and field visits in Massachusetts and Connecticut
• Approved project-related mileage reimbursed
• Reliable transportation required
• Access to a cell phone capable of recording high-quality video required
• Periodic field/lab travel and participation in a full-day research boat trip required

How to Apply

Please submit:

1. Your resume
2. A cover letter explaining why this opportunity speaks to you
3. Responses to the screening questions below

Send all materials to steamthestreets@gmail.com.

Applications without responses to the screening questions will not be reviewed.

Screening Questions

Tell us about a time you had to explain something unfamiliar or complex to another person or group. How did you make it clear and engaging?

What experience do you have building relationships, conducting interviews, or engaging with community members, educators, researchers, or other partners?

This role involves learning about marine science and offshore wind, then helping turn that information into public-facing stories and content. How would you approach learning a new topic and making it interesting and understandable for people who may know nothing about it?

Tell us about any video editing experience you have and what applications or software you have used.

Our Commitment

STEAM the Streets is committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, especially those who have lived experience with the youth and communities at the center of our mission.

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