Discovering Careers in Marine Technology

**We are sorry to announce that the Discovering Careers for Marine Technology program scheduled for September 30, 2023 has been cancelled due to low participant numbers. We apologize for any inconvenience.**

The Discovering Careers in Marine Technology program was developed in partnership with Northwestern Michigan College’s (NMC) Marine Technology Department. This program introduces local high school students and recent graduates to marine technology and career opportunities they can pursue through academic programs at NMC.  

Using remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) captained by NMC’s Marine Technology faculty and students, participants will explore shipwrecks at the bottom of Grand Traverse Bay. Utilizing state of the art equipment, they will be introduced to how these technologies are utilized in real world careers in the fields of fisheries, research, engineering, emergency services, law enforcement, and more.

In order to provide an equitable experience for all, this program is offered to area schools and youth groups free of charge on a first come, first served basis. We are able to offer these programs free of charge thanks to generous support from the Alden and Vada Dow Foundation and Hagerty.

Interested in bringing your class or youth group on a program? Contact Stephanie Rustem at stephanie@discoverygreatlakes.org