Sinlaku Continues to Impact the Marianas; Severe Weather from the Central US to the Northeast; Late-Season Snow in the Northwest

Sinlaku continues to bring destructive winds, widespread heavy rain/flooding, and storm surge to the Marianas. Showers and severe thunderstorms are expected from the Northeast to the Mid-Mississippi Valley and to the Central/Southern Plains through Thursday. A front will produce late-season snowfall over the Cascades and Northern Rockies and coastal rain over the Northwest Coast through Thursday. Read More >

Experience what a career in the National Weather Service entails!

Eligibility

College students entering their junior or senior year, or graduate students. Recent graduates will also be considered.
Those who demonstrate strong interest in a National Weather Service career.
Successful applicants will be subject to mandatory security and background checks.

Expectations/Outcomes

Gain familiarity with the process for generating routine NWS forecasts.
Experience and assist with real-time severe weather operations.
Participate in office outreach activities. NWS Flagstaff summer volunteers may have the opportunity to visit neighboring NWS offices in Las Vegas, Phoenix, and/or Tucson as well.

Schedule

The program will last for approximately 8-12 weeks in a window from mid-June through mid-August.
2-3 shifts per week, approximately 10 hours per week. Shifts will mostly be during weekdays, but some weekend shifts may be accommodated.

How to Apply

More details will be available once the application period begins, usually in the spring.
Note that this is an UNPAID position.

If you have any questions, contact by sending an email to or by calling .

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