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Our science is amazing, and we're excited to share it.

NSF NCAR Education, Engagement & Early-Career Development (EdEC) is committed to inspiring, engaging and informing the public about the science going on at NCAR and in our broader scientific community. We support and train future generations of diverse scientists and engineers by partnering with K-12 schools, universities and research institutions to forge connections and strengthen programs in the Earth system sciences.

Community Engagement

We aim to inspire, engage and inform the public about the atmospheric and Earth system sciences conducted by NSF NCAR and the university community.

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NSF NCAR Explorer Series Lectures

Engage with scientists and learn about the latest research advancements.

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NSF NCAR Explorer Series Science, Arts, and Culture

Celebrate the wonders of nature, and learn about the people of NSF NCAR and UCAR, and their career paths.

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Next-Generation Workforce

Our scientists collaborate with K-12 schools, universities and research institutions to inspire and train future generations in the atmospheric and Earth system sciences.

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Advanced Study Program

The Advanced Study Program provides an opportunity to conduct independent research at NCAR. ASP postdoctoral fellows, graduate visitors, and GVP Bridge fellows are part of a collaborative cohort, are mentored by leading NCAR scientists and engineers, and benefit from the breadth of science and training taking place at NCAR.

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Being an Intern at NSF NCAR

Learn more about being an intern at NSF NCAR and explore professional development workshop topics.

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Postdoctoral Programs

Build your professional path through a postdoctoral fellowship opportunity at NSF NCAR.

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Early-Career

Discover opportunities for professional development and training of early-career staff at NSF NCAR and UCAR.

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2025 Early Career Leadership Program

The Early Career Leadership Program or ECLP is a seven week opportunity for early-career scientists and technical staff at NSF NCAR and UCP to develop leadership skills and a sense of cohort with peers across the organization, while learning about the organization. Potential topics include: effective communication, self-awareness, listening as a leader, the leadership; emotional intelligence; listening as a leader, equity and inclusion; networking; mentoring; scientific and technical communication; and more. This program is sponsored by NSF NCAR EdEC.

effective communication, self-awareness, decision-making, listening, adaptability, learning agility, influence, taking responsibility, setting an example, and understanding the needs of your team, all built on a foundation of integrity and ethical behavior.
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Early Career Scientist Assembly

The ECSA represents the interests of early-career scientists, voicing concerns, solutions, and successes from early-career scientists to NSF NCAR and UCAR management to guide institutional policies.

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Career Development for Postdocs

Postdoctoral fellows can participate in regular professional development workshops and events throughout the year, which are led by NSF NCAR scientists and staff, and faculty from our university community.

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University Partnerships

Learn how we engage with the university community by preparing mentors, providing tools and partnering with students and faculty on interdisciplinary research projects.

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Early Career Faculty Innovators Program

Social Science faculty and grad students collaborate with NSF NCAR scientists on interdisciplinary projects: Learn about NSF NCAR's Early Career Faculty Innovators Program.

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GEO REU Handbook

Explore the steps involved in creating and running an engaging and inclusive REU program, or Research Experiences for Undergraduates.

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GEO REU Resource Center

Resources for running an undergraduate research internship

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Education & Engagement in NSF NCAR Labs

Many NSF NCAR labs sponsor their own efforts to inspire students and the public through the insights their scientists are gaining.

The Atmospheric Chemistry Observations & Modeling (ACOM) laboratory offers seminars, fellowships, and professional development.

Atmospheric Chemistry Observations & Modeling

The Computational & Information Systems Laboratory (CISL) creates public exhibits at the NSF NCAR-Wyoming Supercomputing Center, and runs a summer internship.

Computational & Information Systems Laboratory

The Earth Observing Laboratory (EOL) runs a variety of activities, including online resources and open houses for local communities during field campaigns.

Earth Observing Laboratory

The High Altitude Observatory (HAO) maintains resources about our Sun and important solar scientists.

High Altitude Observatory

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Education & Training at UCAR

UCAR's community programs offer a variety of education and training opportunities for K-12 teachers and students, undergraduate and graduate students, and professionals. 

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