OCEAN STEM

Inspiring the next generation for a sustainable blue future.

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AltaSea’s Ocean STEM offers students a voice in supporting Los Angeles as the center of the Blue Economy, an initiative to protect the ecosystem of the ocean and turn to it as a resource for solving challenges such as climate change, energy supply, and food security.

This multifaceted approach provides online educational resources; encourages students towards jobs in the Blue Economy; and increases youth access to arts and culture.

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Bicoastal Collaboration

AltaSea, Hugo Neu, and NY/NJ Baykeeper have joined together for our bicoastal Ocean Pathways High School Mentorship Program. This initiative provides high school students with hands-on research experience and mentorship opportunities in marine biology, sustainability, and environmental conservation. Through engaging in fieldwork and analysis, students gain valuable insights into environmental challenges in our world, and particularly in their communities. The Ocean Pathways program is designed to inspire and empower the next generation of leaders.

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SAMPLE LESSON PLANS

Marine Energy

The curricula will include an introduction to wave and wind marine energy; provide a basic framework of what constitutes energy production at sea; and offer interactive activities including building a prototype wave powered electricity generator.

Robotics

Exploration is key to increasing our understanding of the ocean, so we can more effectively manage, conserve, regulate, and use ocean resources that are vital to our economy and to all of our lives.

Aquaculture

Immerse students in the growing sustainable aquaculture industry beginning with an overview of aquaculture science and economics, and continuing to explore sustainability, engineering, genomics, cryogenics, water quality and food security.

Fill out the form below to request a copy of the curriculum.

*Curriculum also available in Spanish*

Experiential Field Visits

Our educational field trip visits empower students through activities that engage with current research projects, while connecting with experts in their field. These students gain clarity of the rapidly growing Blue Economy and understand that innovative solutions transpire through various education and interest fields.

Fill out form below to schedule a field trip.

Summer Mentorship Progam

Regenerative Aquaculture
Marine Robotics & Exploration

Summer HS Mentorship Program

Applications for Summer 2025 are not yet available, please complete the interest form to be notified when mentorship applications open.

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Progress by the Numbers

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Ocean Career Pathways Program

Now Accepting Applications for Spring 2025 Internships

**Internship program is only open to applicants over the age of 18**

Donte Williams

Herbert Jimenez

David Lizarraga

Hayden Schneider

Internship/ Fellowship Interest Form

This form is to gather information for potential interns and fellows that want to be involved in AltaSea.

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Testimonials

"Interning with the education department has influenced me to want to work as an educator on the ocean and marine life to teach future generations the importance of taking care of our oceans and how a healthy ocean benefits our communities."
Jasmine S.
2021 Intern
"Through the College Corps program, I have been able to work at AltaSea as a Community Outreach Fellow. Through my work at AltaSea and research assignments for my classes, I am learning about the various endeavors actively taking place by our partners to help create a more sustainable and equitable world."
Janet P.
2023 Fellow

From the Students

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Thank you so much for having us at AltaSea! This was such an amazing experience and I learned so much from all of you. I really enjoyed seeing the artwork that was made from kelp from the ocean as well as reused fishing nets.
Rya N.DaVinci Student
Thank you for having us! I learned a lot and found this entire trip interesting. I really liked learning about sushi and the different farming systems.
Kayla M.DaVinci Student
Thank you so much for sharing AltaSea with us. I loved being able to see marine and environmental-related careers and the projects you’ve worked on. The passion and work you put into the ocean and environment is inspiring, and you have really helped me understand and grow my passion for the environment!
Emma H.DaVinci Student
Thank you so much for having us! I really enjoyed learning about the awesome data collection and marine science that is happening at AltaSea. I also really appreciated the artists finding unique ways to tell stories and educate people with their projects.
Elizabeth B.DaVinci Student
Thank you so much Altasea for bringing us into your world! Deep sea exploration has always interested me, so it was a pleasure listening to you all share your experiences with the ocean and preserving it. Each of you had a unique way of interacting with the ocean, but there was a common theme of protecting it. It was an inspiring experience, so again, thank you. It was a lovely time!
Zaida J.DaVinci Student
Thank you so much for allowing us to visit Altasea! It was truly magical to the passion you guys have for your jobs and careers and inspires me to do the same! I absolutely loved how everyone had a unique way of helping and protecting the ocean. I learned a lot and I had a great time! So once again, thank you!
Kaileen N.DaVinci Student
Thank you so much for having us! It was so cool to see a space that wouldn’t be normally used, used for people who are changing the world! I love how you guys are looking to the future and doing your best to educate others. It was inspiring to see how passionate and excited every single person was. I really enjoyed learning about the developing clean and sustainable seafood industry.
Danielle U.DaVinci Student
Thank you so much for allowing our class to visit AltaSea! It was really interesting to learn about the company, sustainable seafood, environmentally friendly surfboards, marine biology, underwater robots, and more! I would love to come back and even volunteer in the future.
Abby B.DaVinci Student
Thank you so much for having us visit AltaSea! The work you do over there is super important to the health of our planet, and it was super inspiring to see such passionate people working towards it. As someone who loves robotics and control systems, getting the chance to control the little underwater robots was particularly interesting. Thanks for showing us your space and all the incredible work you’re doing!
Jadon L.DaVinci Student
Thank you so much for letting us visit AltaSea! I really enjoyed learning about turning trash into usable products and hope your ECOS project goes well. It was so fun to learn how to drive the underwater robots and see how they are created. It was really inspiring to see all the unique projects you have to improve the oceans and the world. Thank You!
Jemma T.DaVinci Student
Thanks so much for letting us visit! It was very interesting learning about all of the projects everyone is working on there, as well as driving the robots around. I’m excited to see the documentaries about sea life in the future, and I hope to see that the reusing trash project does well!
Jason H.DaVinci Student
Mr. Flint, thank you to you and AltaSea for providing all the resources for the water wheels and the ocean probes. I loved trying out the new ocean probe project and look forward to revising and expanding the project for future years. Thanks for all your feedback and encouragement for students as they brainstorm ideas and improve their designs. You helped them get in the engineering mindset!
TaubeDaVinci Staff
Thank you for being so helpful and encouraging when working on our water wheels!
Celeste C.DaVinci Student
Appreciate everything u do Mr.Flint you was really cool. 😎
Chris H. & Joel O.DaVinci Students
Mr. Flint - Thank you so much for all you have done to help out our physics class! I really enjoyed learning about circuits and the ocean with the boat probe projects. As a member of the SWE club, I also really enjoyed our AltaSea field trip and hearing all your information on marine robotics. I appreciate your enthusiasm about science and learning!
Elizabeth B. DaVinci Student
Thank you for helping out our class all the time!
Hudson P.DaVinci Student
I sincerely appreciate what you have done to help our class out, with all of the experiments you told us about, and helping us with the solar panel powered boats. Thank you so much.
Stephen B.DaVinci Student
U was very funny mr flint and u a very chill guy thank you😎
Uriel G.DaVinci Student
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Oscar De La Hoya Animo High School
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Cabrillo Ave. Elementary School
Port of Los Angeles High School
Willenberg Career and Transition Center
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Elon University
University of Southern California School of Engineering
Los Angeles Harbor College
West Los Angeles Community College
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Community-Based Organizations

Al Wooten Youth Center
Ready to Succeed – LA
Boys & Girls Club of LA Harbor
Strength Based Community Change (SBCC)
Change the Tune
The Makers Hub
Entrepreneur Education Center (EECI)