Citizen scientists wanted: Find a project that's right for you

NOAA offers a variety of volunteer opportunities that can be done outdoors and online.

Meet some of the decided volunteers who make NOAA's citizen science efforts possible. (Image credit: Courtesy of Eva L., Linda Palewicz, and Mary-Sue Atkinson)

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April 21, 2026

April is Citizen Science Month, and NOAA has launched a new, searchable catalog of citizen science projects to connect volunteers with research opportunities across the country.

The catalog makes it easier for individuals, educators, and community groups to discover and participate in projects that are fun, educational, and contribute to NOAA’s scientific mission, including weather observation, marine ecosystem monitoring, sea floor mapping, and more.…