Opportunities in Bloom- May 2026

Scholarship, Grants, and Fellowship Opportunities!

Cal Poly Humboldt's online scholarship application is LIVE for the the 2026-27 school year! Access it via myHumboldt

Raíces y Rutas - Roots and Routes to Careers

Raíces y Rutas (R') is a new 14-month fellowship placing 10 Cal Poly Humboldt students in paid internships with regional employers - while building the career skills, professional networks, and entrepreneurial mindset to launch meaningful careers in STEM fields. This program treats your roots as a professional strength: your background, your community, and your identity are assets here.

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The opportunity
$7,000 direct pay $25/hour • iPad & Apple Pencil
Extended Ed Course Tuition covered
Mentor match • Regional employer connections

The commitment
• 250 hours with a regional employer (starting July-Sept 2026)
• 30 additional program hours (mentor meetings, presentations, events)
• Three 1-unit Extended Ed courses - evenings/weekends, Oct 2026-May 2027
• Must be enrolled at Cal Poly Humboldt through Spring 2027

Check eligibility via Instagram Flyer

Application priority deadline: 5 PM on May 25, 2026 • Final Deadline: May 30

Submit your CV, letter of interest to borim@humboldt.edu Questions? Contact Bori Mazzag - borim@humboldt.edu or come to a drop-in OH in FR 106 B/C or on zoom https://humboldtstate.zoom.us/my/borimazzag

2027 California Sea Grant State Fellowship 

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Applications are now open for the 2027 California Sea Grant State Fellowship, a competitive, one-year program offering hands-on experience in coastal and marine policy across California. Designed for graduate students and recent graduates, the fellowship places participants with government agencies, research institutions, and conservation organizations to work on real-world ocean and coastal resource issues. 

The fellowship runs for 12 months beginning between January and March 2027. Fellows receive a stipend of $62,448 (about $5,204/month), plus up to $2,500 in travel reimbursement. 

Eligible applicants must be near completion of or have recently completed a graduate degree (Master’s, PhD, or JD) at a California university in a relevant field such as environmental policy, marine science, or resource management. 

Key Dates:

• Informational webinar: May 14, 2026
• Application deadline: June 12, 2026 (5:00 PM PT)
• Finalist process and interviews: Summer–Fall 2026 ()

Applications require a CV, personal statement, two recommendation letters, and transcripts. Selected finalists are matched with host organizations through a structured interview and ranking process. ()

This long-running program (since 1987) has placed hundreds of fellows and serves as a pipeline for careers in ocean and coastal policy and management. 

For more information click here! 

Student Opportunities Engagement Hub

The Cal Poly Humboldt Engagement Hub is a one-stop online platform for the campus community to find and apply for internal funding opportunities like grants, awards, and stipends. It serves as a central repository for funding opportunities from various departments, which were previously scattered and hard to find. Accessible through the MyHumboldt portal, the Engagement Hub simplifies the process for faculty, staff, and students to discover and apply for funding.

When you enter the website, make sure to filter your search by selecting "Student Funding Opportunities."

UC DAVIS ONE HEALTH INSTITUTE

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2026 Summer Research Fellowship
In collaboration with the One Health Institute, UC Nature and  Sentinel Sites for Nature announce Summer Research Fellowships for 2026. The fellowship is designed to provide students with funding to conduct research at the intersection of animal and plant biodiversity, ecosystem functioning, and people using data collected from any or all of our research sites across California 

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• Focus: Animal and Plant Biodiversity, ecosystems, and human health (One Health)
• Research: Use existing data or collect new data at UC field stations
• Funding: Up to $5,000 (stipend, supplies, travel; 1-year use)
• Requirement: Must have a UC faculty mentor

Apply with:

• 2-page proposal (questions + methods)
• 1 page (references + budget)
• Mentor support letter

Deadline: May 18, 2026
Submit to: planetaryhealth@ucdavis.edu

Wildlands Studies Spring Field Programs

For forty-six years, Wildlands Studies has offered exciting and challenging field based programs in exciting international locales. Hike across mountain meadows, ford streams and camp in the forest. Swim in warm ocean waters and examine coral reefs and sea life. Experience nature in the wild. How to Apply

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French Polynesia
Marine Ecosystems and Climate Change
15 Quarter Credits

Dates:
SPRING '26 - 4/9/26-5/22/26
SUMMER '26 - 6/23/26-8/5/26

• Explore the vibrant reef communities of Tahiti and Moorea and collect data to understand their dynamics
• Investigate how climate change is impacting these ecosystems
• Learn field survey methods to monitor wildlife and contribute to the work of local scientists
• Discover a culture linked to the ocean and how a Polynesian revival could enhance conservation

Applications Accepted on a rolling basis

New Zealand
Island ecosystems
15 Quarter Credits

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Dates:
SPRING '26 - 4/9/26-5/22/26
SPRING '27 - 4/7/27-5/20/27

• Traverse both North and South islands to discover the true meaning of insular biogeography
• Examine New Zealand’s incredible array of unique flora and fauna
• Learn biogeography, endemism, evolution, invasive species, eradication and wildlife reintroduction
• Backpack the Great Walks for a remote backcountry experience

Applications Accepted on a rolling basis

                                  Volunteer Opportunities 

Oak Watering & Maintenance Volunteer Event

May 23 at 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

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We’re looking for volunteers to join Rivers & Lands Conservancy staff on Saturday, May 23rd to help water and care for the young oak seedlings planted at our Cienega Canyon Preserve, located in the City of Calimesa! 

 Unfortunately, oak trees at Cienega Canyon Preserve face many challenges, including drought, pests, and disease. To meet these challenges, we’re working with local community partners, students, and volunteers to restore oak woodland habitat for the many types of animals that call Cienega Canyon Preserve home.

Participating volunteers will assist with hand watering, mulching, and weeding oak planting sites. The event requires hand carrying water jugs, using hand tools such as shovels, and walking approximately 2-3 miles over uneven, dirt terrain for the duration of the event.

Volunteers must register ahead of time. For more event details and to register, click here. Questions? Reach out to Angie at aleon@riversandlands.org. Space is limited, so save your spot today!

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Dune Ecosystem Restoration Team

Add gloves, shovels, and brush axes to human hands, and you have the strongest dune restoration tool around. You can make a difference in the ecosystem, one invasive plant removal at a time. Within months of initially removing invasive plants, volunteers witness native plants re-sprouting on their own. No experience is necessary. We will have snacks and tools to share. No need to reserve a spot, meet us at the specified locations a few minutes before 10 am. Training, camaraderie, and beautiful scenery are provided. 

DERT meets two times a month:​
Every second Saturday of the month from 10 am to 1 pm
Every third Sunday of the month from 10 am to 1 pm
View calendar for more dates 

For questions, please contact us at restoration@friendsofthedunes.org or call 707-444-1397.

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Trinidad Coastal Land Trust

Stewardship Volunteers work to protect native plant communities and preserve public access to Trinidad's astounding coastline. TCLT is dependent on, and incredibly thankful for, the hard work of volunteer stewards to restore native plant communities, maintain public trails, keep beaches clean of litter, and educate the community.

To sign up as a Stewardship Volunteer, email zoe@trinidadcoastallandtrust.org , or info@trinidadcoastallandtrust.org and check out their website here: Trinidad Coastal Land Trust
Volunteer Sign-up

Trinidad Head Work Day - Houda Point 
MAY 2,2026 9:30-12 PM
Where to meet? What to bring? Have Questions?
email: elizabeth@trinidadcoastallandtrust.org

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Sequoia Park Zoo

Animal Care Volunteer  
Engage by working behind the scenes to learn more about the animals while assisting zookeepers with animal care tasks. This is a great opportunity for volunteers that are interested in a career in zookeeping and learning more about the animals here at the Zoo!

Conservation Cart Program
The Conservation Cart Program (CCP) is a group of dedicated volunteers supported by the Sequoia Park Zoo Education Department and the City of Eureka. We share the wonders of wildlife and wild places with our visitors and inspire stewardship of the natural world.

Redwood Skywalk Steward
Redwood Sky Walk Stewards is an exclusive club of dedicated volunteers supported by the Sequoia Park Zoo Education Department and the City of Eureka. We share the wonders of wildlife and wild places with our visitors and inspire stewardship of the natural world. Redwood Sky Walk Stewards create connections between our guests and redwoods, while ensuring that all visitors have a safe and meaningful experience on the Redwood Sky Walk. 

Learn more on getting involved