The Museum Institute for

Teaching Science:

Fall 2014 SeaPerch Workshop

Underwater Robotics Workshop for Educators-

Build a Seaperch!

South Shore Natural Science Center, Norwell, MA

Thursday and Friday, November 6th and 7th

9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

 

The SeaPerch program brings hands-on, minds-on engineering design concepts and scientific principles into the middle and high school classroom. Curriculum resource materials that bring together basic engineering design skills and science practices are provided to support the Science and Technology/Engineering standards. Concepts incorporated into the curriculum resource materials include marine science, oceanography, biomimicry, ocean engineering, physics, robotics, mathematics and marine related careers. Learn more here. 

New England Ocean Science

Education Collaborative

2014 Ocean Literacy Summit

"The Ocean and Humans are Inextricably Connected"

Woods Hole, MA

November 6th & 7th

 

The Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute is hosting this year's Ocean Literacy Summit, a gathering of professionals who work in science, ocean science education, advocacy, non-profit and government organizations from around New England. Keynote speaker and writer Deborah Cramer will address this year's theme: "The ocean and humans are inextricably interconnected." Learn more about the New England Ocean Science Education Collaborative and the 2014 Ocean Literacy Summit here.

 

Milton CAT Open House

100 Quarry Drive, Milford, MA

Saturday, November 8th

10:00am - 3:00pm. 

 

Milton CATŪ, the CaterpillarŪ equipment and engine dealer for Massachusetts, is hosting an open house to demonstrate their commitment to the career path, future growth, professional training and development for technicians through their partnerships with vocational technical high schools and colleges. Milton Cat will offer demonstrations, interactions with their equipment, and a tour of each department/building with working displays and subject matter experts to answer questions.  Learn more here. 

Cool Science Art Competition:

Giving Voice to Kids about Climate Change!

 

The Third Annual Cool Science Art Competition is underway! Students and teachers are encouraged to develop a visual work of art that addresses one of three questions about climate change.  Cool Science is a statewide K-12 student art competition designed to foster learning about climate change.  Winning entries will receive a monetary prize and have their work put on public display throughout the Lowell Regional Transit Authority during the first half of 2015.  Deadline for submissions is November 21st. Click here for contest details and registration.

Cambridge Science Festival-

Call for Entries! 

Cambridge, MA - Various locations

April 17-26, 2015

 

The Cambridge Science Festival team is busy planning their 9th annual festival. Every year individuals, companies, labs, businesses and organizations host events and programs to celebrate science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) at the festival. Now is your chance to join in the fun.  Submit proposals for lectures, performances, activities, exhibits, tours, debates, workshops, or creative new ideas we've never imagined.  Click here for more information. 

 

The AMP it up! Challenge invites students to research the inner workings of an advanced manufacturing innovation and how it impacts the world around them. Students are challenged to bring it all to life in a 3-minute video and submit it on the AMP it up! website.  Winning videos will earn a cash prize or grant funding, donated to their school.  Register today!  To learn more about the challenge, click here.

Job Opportunities & Internships 

 

MIT Office of Engineering Outreach Programs

 

The MIT Office of Engineering Outreach Programs is seeking staff to support science and engineering enrichment programs for middle and high school students. Immediate positions include: Manager of Programs; Program Coordinator, STEM Program; Program Coordinator, MITES and E2@MIT programs; Consultant for Student Support. For more information click here.

 

MIT is also seeking 2015 spring and summer instructional staff with a wide variety of backgrounds in science, engineering, math, and humanities disciplines, ranging from undergraduates to experienced professionals. Learn more here.
 

 

Director, Healthcare Workforce Development

 

The Department of Higher Education is currently seeking candidates for the position of Director-Healthcare Workforce Development. Lead and manage the Healthcare Workforce Development Initiative, building upon and extending the accomplishments of the Nursing and Allied Health Initiative (N&AHI).  Click here for more information.

 

 

Internship Challenge Program

 

The Massachusetts Life Science Center's Internship Challenge is a workforce development program focused on enhancing the talent pipeline for Massachusetts companies engaged in life sciences. The program facilities the placement of students and recent graduates in paid internships across the state. Internship opportunities are available year round. For more information, click here.

 

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