NOAA Marine and Aviation Operations will be holding two hiring events in San Diego in August to recruit professional mariners to work aboard NOAA’s ocean research ships. The first event will be on Aug. 1 and the second two days later on Aug. 3.

NOAA staff will be available to answer questions and expedite the hiring process for qualified individuals. In particular, NOAA is hiring for positions in the deck, engine, steward and electronic technician departments. Applicants must be U.S. citizens.

More details on what applicants should bring to the events can be found here.