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Blue Marine is a small charity that makes a big impact. We aim to recruit the most dynamic and talented individuals to support our mission. Could that be you?

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Why work for us?

At Blue Marine you can expect to work on a variety of inspiring projects around the world, on leading research, restoration, collaboration programmes, and exciting policy developments – all aimed at creating maximum impact for marine conservation. We are big on ambition, but small enough to retain the collegiate culture that is part of what makes us great.

Saving the ocean is complex, and we believe that an inclusive and diverse group of minds is vital to address the challenge. We combine our in-house talents and expertise with external communities and innovators to deliver change through collaboration.

We live and breathe a commitment to our values and believe that respect for one another is the foundation of success. We offer competitive salaries and benefits, individual-led development, social events and more.

Blue Marine always ask ‘what is the conservation gain?’, and for me, this is an incredibly important thing to continuously ask and apply to our work, as it keeps us on track to achieving real, tangible impacts. In a world where bluewashing is prevalent, I’m proud to be part of team which has a real impact on tackling the pressures which our oceans face.”

Feddie Projects

“Blue Marine has supported me since 2016 to improve marine protection in Maldives. They have helped me to set up a Maldivian NGO, with the intention of leaving a lasting legacy. They appreciate my local knowledge and have invested in my and my team’s careers. They always listen and provide timely support. We couldn’t have achieved what we have achieved so far without Blue Marine.”

Shaha Hashim Director, Maldives Resilient Reefs

“I started volunteering with Wild Oysters Project as I thought its mission to improve native oyster numbers and by default, the marine environment worthwhile. I did not however, expect it to have such a significant impact on me as a person. Not only did it add to my knowledge and understanding of our environment. It also provided me with vital skills and hands on experience, giving me the abilities and confidence to complete a career change into Ecology. Hopefully one day I’ll be able to work alongside this great bunch of people!”

Dan Lear Wild Oysters Volunteer, Conwy Bay

“Our collaboration with Blue Marine Foundation has been a transformative journey in the realm of shark conservation. Working together has exceeded expectations, offering a collaborative environment where passion meets purpose. The impact on ORGCAS project goals has been substantial, with the non-profit’s expertise and support amplifying the reach and effectiveness of our initiatives, ultimately contributing to meaningful strides in marine conservation.”

Frida Lara Scientific Coordinator, ORGCAS, Mexico

“When I met Blue Marine, I was still fishing and collecting fishing data for the Mediterranean Conservation Society… For the first time, I was talking about how difficult this job, fishing, could be for a woman. Of course, I didn’t know then that I would start working as a marine ranger in the organisation. Afterwards, of course, as it is known, I started working in the association as a marine ranger. I not only met Blue Marine, I started working with them.”

Aysenur Olmez Fisher turned Ranger, Turkey

“Collaborating with the Blue Marine Foundation has been a truly enriching experience and a great partnership. Blue Marine consistently engages with us, checking in on our progress and offering support to help establish our region as a Marine Protected Area… Specifically, women in our oyster and mussels farm have benefited, as Blue Marine empowers them to excel in various aspects of ocean activities. This empowerment extends to capacity building, creating alternative livelihoods and fostering skills development.”

Yudmila Chunguane Marine Biologist , Love our Oceans (Mozambique)

“Working with Blue Marine Foundation on the Strengthening Namibia’s Island Marine Protected Area (NIMPA+) Project has been an incredible journey… We have faced challenges and celebrated successes as a united team. Blue Marine brought passion, dedication, and a unique view, making this project a great experience. I am grateful for the partnership we share and the remarkable outcomes we’ve achieved together.”

Veikko Hainana Livelihood Support Officer, Marine and Coastal Conservation, Namibia Nature Foundation

Vacancies

At the moment, there are no open vacancies at Blue Marine – but follow us on our social media channels to stay updated on future opportunities!

As an equal opportunities employer, Blue Marine Foundation is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Blue Marine Foundation.

Internships

Internships are a wonderful way to kickstart your career in conservation. At Blue Marine we aim to provide internship opportunities whenever our project work allows. Our internships are usually three to six months in duration and can be based at our London, Solent or Edinburgh offices, at project sites or can be carried out remotely, depending on the department and type of work involved.

The National Minimum Wage law allows charities to employ unpaid interns; however, Blue Marine is an accredited Living Wage provider, and we ensure this rate of pay is extended to all our interns. We believe everyone should be able to support our oceans and this helps to provide access to opportunities for those unable to work for free.

There is high demand for internship positions. Our placements are advertised throughout the year on our website and social media. All applications need to be submitted via our website.

Jasmine talks about her experiences as an intern with Blue Marine’s Policy unit:

 

During my policy internship, I had the opportunity to attend some incredible events including parliamentary discussions on deep-sea mining, exposure to politicians, attending the North-Eastern Atlantic fisheries negotiations, and 
much more!

I learnt more detailed policy, and got the chance to use what I had learnt to respond to consultations and develop my writing skills. I was able to put my prior fisheries knowledge to use in the real world by outlining the fish stocks most vulnerable to overfishing, and build on my knowledge by learning about wider international fisheries policy.

The internship helped me understand the importance of communicating complicated science, simply, to those who have the power to bring about change. This is something I think about every day, now that I have a full-time position as a fisheries policy officer with 
Blue Marine!

Jasmine

Fisheries Policy Officer

Jasmine

Fisheries Policy Officer

Volunteering

Volunteers play an important part in our conservation progress. We would like to thank everyone in our volunteer network who offers their time towards our conservation goals each year.

Our volunteering opportunities are sporadic as they depend on the needs of individual projects. However, we are pleased to offer the chance to volunteer at our Solent Seascape restoration project, please find out more at: Oyster Volunteer Application – Solent Seascape.

Please follow us on social media where all calls for volunteers and how to participate will be shared.

If you live outside the UK, it is your responsibility to make sure you can volunteer while in the UK. In general, if you are from the European Union or European Economic Area you will be able to volunteer. However, you should always check the conditions of your visa. If you have any doubts or questions, please contact UK Visas and Immigration.

Graduate Scheme

Blue Marine is delighted to offer a dedicated two-year training programme for graduates to join us in September each year. The scheme is a paid programme designed to help future leaders in our field hone and develop the key, vital skills needed to make an impact in conservation. Click here to learn more.

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About Blue Marine

Blue Marine is involved in more than 66 projects, spanning 27 countries. Their work is supported by eight specialist units, each one driving a particular strategy for change.

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Our people

We use science, community engagement, media and legal campaigns, investigations, education initiatives and policy work to deliver conservation impact.

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Our partners

We work with partners at different levels to support our projects and achieve our conservation aims.

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