Exploring Careers in shark conservation
If you have an interest in sharks and hope to work with them one day, you have many careers you can choose from! We have interviewed a variety of professionals who work in different aspects of conservation for you to learn from!
Check out the videos below to explore various careers from individuals around the world, and use the resources below to have your own virtual career fair.
Worksheets
‘When I Grow Up’ worksheet for elementary learners
Career exploration tracking worksheet for elementary learners
Career exploration worksheet for middle school learners
Career Week journal page
Conservationist Fabien Cousteau
Learn about the life and career of aquanaut, ocean conservationist, and filmmaker Fabien Cousteau!
Brainstorm worksheet and writing prompt
Fabien Cousteau Expeditions graphic novel series and read a loud clip
Scientist chris fallows
Explore the word of sharks abroad with scientist and wildlife photographer Chris Fallows!
Scientist dr. Lisa Natanson
From the NOAA Lab in Rhode Island learn about aging sharks from Dr. Lisa Natanson!
Coast Guardsman Eric Wilder
Learn about how the military works in ocean conservation and the work of the Coast Guard!
Boating with Captain josh higgins and flying with pilot Wayne Davis
Meet Shark Scientist Dr. Greg Skomal!
The College search
If the career you are thinking about will require you to further your education, listen to this panel discussion with our volunteers about how they selected the school that was best for them.