Thank you for your interest in joining the Western Flyer Foundation! We’re a small, mission-driven nonprofit at the intersection of marine science, education, and the arts, operating the historic vessel Western Flyer as a floating classroom and research platform.
We currently have two openings:
Full-Time Development Manager
Help grow and strengthen our fundraising efforts by managing day-to-day development—individual giving, donor stewardship, grants management, corporate partnerships, and fundraising events. This role keeps our fundraising engine running smoothly so the Western Flyer can keep inspiring through science, education, and the arts.
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Part-Time, Seasonal Marine Science Instructor
September–December 2025 | $23–$25/hour | 20–30 hours/week
Lead hands-on, interdisciplinary marine science lessons aboard the legendary Western Flyer. Work with middle school through college students, share the tools and techniques of ocean research, and help spark curiosity through science and art.
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