How to Work with the Ocean: Top Marine Biology Careers

So ... What exactly IS marine biology?

If you love the ocean, you've probably heard the term before. You may be familiar with the basics - it is a science-based field, it involves the ocean, etc.

But what exactly do you DO as a marine biologist? And equally important: what do you NOT do as a marine biologist? Is marine biology the ONLY scientific field that involves the ocean? Are there OTHER careers with the ocean?

All these questions are answered by me, a professional marine biologist, ocean conservationist and public educator from Maui, Hawaii. I get questions about working with the ocean almost daily. So I created a list of the most popular ways to make a career out of working with the ocean!

Join me as we dive in to what Marine Biology IS, what it ISN'T, and what other career paths you can take to ensure you have a future working with the ocean.

[jaxoncarter]

I'm GOING to BE a marine biologist

[meroastrophysics]

I love this video!!! So informative. I’m definitely going to watch this again in the future for career pathways. Please more videos like this!! Thank you!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[daynuhmite]

I find myself talking to you like we’re having a conversation while I listen to you. Amazing information!

[gigisalazar]

How did you balance work/internships and school? Did you only do internships during summer? I don’t have a background in marine biology or anything related to it. But I am very interested in making it my career because I love the ocean. I found a good community college to start studying about marine biology when I get out of the army. Like you said in your videos I’m trying to get in touch with different marine biologists to learn about their experiences.

[cata]

I really learned a lot from watching your videos! I actually did not know about the marine sciences major. I was initially going to go for marine biology to get into conservation work but hearing you talk about marine sciences had me questioning if whether I should switch majors. I looked into marine sciences and only found that a few schools had that program. Marine biology is offered in almost every school here and offer conservation research opportunities. Since I want to focus on conservation, do you recommend going for a marine sciences degree or a marine biology degree?

[johnbelushi]

thank you so much i'm so lost trying to go to school to become marine biologist I'm so confused on where to start

[georgejutsu]

thank you for the informative video! I’d like to know what types of jobs are there for a marine mammologist and what careers work with sea turtles!

great video, I really like your channel!

thanks so much!

[danieltiger]

So Hawaii being a expansive place to live, how is pay and how many side jobs do you have on a daily basis?

[jillsjourney]

I am considering switching my career. I have a degree in social work and higher education but it is really not my passion. I have always found my way back to this field but like you am from the midwest( Wisconsin). Do you have any tips or advice on how to make this change?

[VentureSF]

Hi there! Thanks for making yet another informative video! I was hoping you might be able to offer me some advice... currently I am on a gap year before going to study marine biology in Australia. I love travel and was looking around to try and find opportunities to gain some first hand experience overseas. But all I can seem to find are these "volunteering" trips and expeditions that cost thousands to partake in. I'm more than happy to donate endless hours, but I just can't afford those trips. Are there other ways to get involved? Kind regards, VSF :)

[saydieCntreras]

Probably no one’s going to respond but can some one go into marine ethology more

[nadiraweerasekara]

Around what is your salary if you dont mind me asking, it seems your position is exactly what I would love to do!

[avieonmckinney]

Hello my name is avieon lol not trying to sound like a follower, but I've recently taken an interest in the ocean and the inhabitants it shares and your successes, goals and the certifications you achieved are the same as mine lol but I dont know where to start or what I should study first🙁, any advice for so I can get started?

[wamajewasa]

What is the sallery of a scuba diver ???