Summer Immersion Program
TMA is the member-based organizer of the largest BlueTech cluster in the U.S.
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The Blue (ocean & water-related) Economy is enormous and growing with good paying blue- and white-collar jobs.
Do you want to find out what careers there are with merchant marine, marine science, ocean technology, and more? Do you want to learn skills for 21st century jobs in the Blue Economy? Do you want to experience interactive learning? If so, join this great, free program.
Learn about the history and importance of San Diego’s maritime industry at The Maritime Museum of San Diego. Climb a jib, row, and learn navigation skills on actual ships.
Get insight on professional maritime training for U.S. Coast Guard, US. Navy, etc. at Training Resources Maritime Institute. Experience safety gear, drive a boat in the simulation room and much more.
Learn from SDSU marine science students at the Coastal and Marine Institute, experience ROVs and drones, or have a tour at SeaWorld. Day 3 experiences vary each week.
Learn about the history and importance of San Diego’s maritime industry at The Maritime Museum of San Diego. Climb a jib, row, and learn navigation skills on actual ships.
Get insight on professional maritime training for U.S. Coast Guard, US. Navy, etc. at Training Resources Maritime Institute. Experience safety gear, drive a boat in the simulation room and much more.
Learn from SDSU marine science students at the Coastal and Marine Institute, experience ROVs and drones, or have a tour at SeaWorld. Day 3 experiences vary each week.
June 17, June 24, Aug 5
June 18, June 25, Aug 6
June 19, June 26, Aug 7
Completed waiver
Sack lunch (that does not require refrigeration) + water bottle
Notebook + writing instrument
The program is held at a different location each day and has distinct parking instructions for each location. Please download a copy of the full agenda for detailed instructions.
Close-toed shoes
Light jacket
Sunglasses
Sunscreen for Monday & Wednesday programs
During this program, students will be introduced to the fields of marine biology and ecology, merchant marines, ship captains, and other Blue Economy careers. Be prepared to be active. This is not your typical classroom setting. You will be rowing, climbing, putting on gear, and using equipment.
