Through seminars, laboratory visits, and brief field expeditions, Ocean Science Journalism Fellows gain access to new research findings and to fundamental background information in engineering, marine biology, geology and geophysics, marine chemistry and geochemistry, and physical oceanography. Topics range from harmful algal blooms to deep-sea hydrothermal vents; from seafloor earthquakes to ice-sheet dynamics; from the ocean’s role in climate change to the human impact on fisheries and coastline change; from ocean instruments and observatories to underwater robots. Our program is a one-week, residential experience open to professional writers, producers, and editors working for print, broadcast, radio, and Internet media. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of writing, producing, or editing experience for a general-interest audience. Freelancers, book authors, and writers from nontraditional media (museums, book publishers, etc.) may also be considered, but should be able to show a substantial portfolio of work. All fellows receive a travel allowance, as well as room and board for one week. Fellows seeking a more in-depth experience with a specific researcher, lab, or topic may inquire about an optional second week. Application Information All applications and supporting materials must arrive by mail no later than May 15, 2009. Please note that you still need to mail hard copies of writing samples after you complete the online application form. Mail applications to: Erin Koenig Ocean Science Journalism Fellowship Mail Stop #16 Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution Woods Hole, MA 02543 Forms & materials: Online Application Form Application Form (pdf) Required Materials (pdf) Contact: Media Relations Office Phone: (508) 289-3340 Email: media@whoi.edu Last updated: November 20, 2009 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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