Opportunities
Finding opportunities as a young person can be challenging, especially in the marine and environmental fields where information is often scattered or hard to access. This page is updated every month to make the search easier by sharing carefully curated opportunities for youth.
It includes internships, fellowships, scholarships, conferences, and other programs designed to support young people interested in ocean, climate, and environmental work. Whether you are looking to learn, develop skills, or grow your impact, this page is here to help you find the pathways that fit your goals.
ACTIVE: Currently Open Opportunities
HISA Youth Dialogue 2026
A global forum for young leaders to connect, share ideas, and drive change through leadership and diplomacy.
Karang Divers – Divemaster Scholarship & Coral Conservation Program
A 6-month Divemaster scholarship combining professional dive training with hands-on coral reef restoration using natural rock and specialized coral adhesive, starting January 2026.
Women Divers Hall of Fame – Scholarships & Grants
Grants and scholarships supporting women in diving, scientific diving, marine conservation, and diver medical education.
UN Foundation – Global Next Generation Fellowship
A fellowship for young leaders (18–30) to help design long-term global cooperation solutions aligned with the SDGs.
World Youth Leadership Conference 2026
A global leadership conference for young changemakers to network, learn, and act on sustainability, diversity, and entrepreneurship.
Global Youth Forum 2026
A youth forum offering funded and partially-funded spots to young changemakers to collaborate on global innovation and policy.
International Youth Conference 13 (IYC13)
A global gathering of young leaders, diplomats, and changemakers to pioneer "youth-led multilateralism" through dialogue, negotiation, and policymaking.
Women for Oceans – Ocean Leadership Program
A leadership program connecting women working in marine conservation with mentors, storytelling training, and global networking opportunities.
Ocean Culture Life – Storytelling Grant Programme
A grant supporting storytellers, filmmakers, and creatives using narrative, media, and art to inspire ocean conservation and cultural connection to the sea.
UN ECOSOC Youth Forum 2026
A global platform uniting youth delegates and policymakers to design sustainable solutions and shape the future of multilateralism.
Greenpeace Youth Changemakers Program
A program designed for young environmental activists to build campaigns, amplify impact, and advocate for climate justice.
International Youth Conference – Yokohama 2026
An interdisciplinary global conference for emerging scholars and youth to share research, debate, and collaborate on innovation and development.
2026 Future Conservationist Awards
A project grant of up to $15,000 for early-career conservationists leading 3–12 month projects protecting globally threatened or data-deficient species, with access to long-term funding, mentorship, and a global alumni network.
KEEP A LOOK OUT FOR THESE!
Indo Ocean Project Scholarship
Annual scholarship for Indonesian citizens. Reduced program fee, Advanced Open Water certification required.
Amare Divers – Zero to Hero Dive Program
An intensive Zero to Hero dive program taking participants from beginner to professional level while gaining hands-on experience in marine conservation and reef-based dive operations.
The Purple Grant
Supports Indonesian women in marine science research. Awarded twice a year with funding and mentorship.
Save Our Seas Small Grant
Grants (~$5,000) for early-career shark and ray researchers. Next deadline: 28 June, 18:00 CET.
Blue Corner Marine Conservation Internship
Hands-on marine conservation internship with training in coral ecology, reef monitoring, and coral restoration.
Indo Ocean Project – Divemaster & Research Internships
Intensive divemaster and marine conservation internships featuring workshops in research, rescue, and underwater skills.
Conservation Careers
A remote diving and research experience in Raja Ampat focused on science, reef monitoring, and community living.
Planet Indonesia Internships
Internships in environmental education, grant writing, and donor relations for those interested in conservation management.
InternHQ – Marine Conservation & Biology Internships
International internships offering practical experience in marine biology, reef research, and ocean conservation.
International Youth Mental Health Conference 2026
A biennial conference focusing on youth mental health where individuals and organizations can apply to host the next global event.
Blue Corner PADI Women's Day Scholarship
Zero to Hero scholarship for Indonesian female divers. Two-month professional training + job placement support.
Legend Diving Divemaster Internship
18-month free scholarship for qualified Indonesian divers. Includes training, salary, and all PADI-related costs.
Coral Catch Scholarship
9-week program empowering Indonesian women in coral restoration with 50+ dives, leadership training, mentorship.
GoPro Lembongan Scholarship
24-month program for 3 Indonesian citizens. Includes salary, training, equipment, and food allowance.