LEADERSHIP ACADEMY

Young female apprentice is crouched down collecting data in the tidepools alongside a park employee.

ABOUT THIS PROGRAM

The EcoLogik Leadership Academy creates a continuum of support for the young women who have participated in the summer experience or apprenticeship program by offering ongoing learning and internship opportunities, career development, female mentorship, and a community of alumnae.

“EcoLogik helps girls peer into the world of science ... and helps spread the word that there are people that support females in science.”

- 2019 EcoLogik Participant, Age 12

HOW TO PARTICIPATE

Girls, young women, and non-binary youth aged 13-18 are invited to apply to the winter/spring (January 8 - April 30) Conservation and Environmental Stewardship Apprenticeship Program (CESAP).

If selected, apprentices will have the opportunity to:

Become involved in ongoing scientific research projects

Develop innovative science communication methods

Speak publicly and in the media

Grow teamwork and leadership skills

Learn from diverse women in STEM and join a mentorship program

Form community with like-minded youth and adults

Explore STEM career pathways

Requirements:

Must identify as a girl/young woman or non-binary individual

Must be 13-18 years of age

Must be able to meet once a week, either in-person or online (day TBD)

Must be an active participant who is enthusiastic about learning, nature, and general STEM topics

Must be willing to commit ~3 hours to their apprenticeship per week (illness, holidays, and other exceptions apply)

Applications for Winter/Spring 2024/25 are now Closed

Applications for our Winter/Spring 2024/25 are no longer being accepted. Please subscribe to our newsletter for updates on when we will be opening the next round of applications.