Ranging from one-day events to flexible year-round positions
Want to make a real difference for our local waters and coastline? Join Orange County Coastkeeper as a volunteer! Whether you prefer short-term/long-term commitments or in-person/remote work, we have flexible opportunities that fit your schedule. You can also learn about our internship openings here and group volunteer offerings here!
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Restoration
Our marine restoration program is growing rapidly! We need help with the following tasks…
- Shell recycling: Transporting recycled oyster shells from restaurants to our shell storage facility in Irvine
- Fieldwork: Snorkel surveys, human use surveys, oyster surveys, water quality testing, etc.
- Outreach opportunities: Promoting our restoration department at public community events
- Administrative tasks: Support the program with computational tasks such as writing and reporting
- …and more!
We are especially looking for volunteers with the following attributes:
- Can lift and transport large amounts of oyster shells in a personal truck
- Marine science background
- SCUBA certified
- Boating knowledge
Community Science Projects
We manage three research projects that monitor human activity at Orange County beaches. They are Marine Protected Area Watch, Santa Ana River Mouth Monitoring Project, and Aliso Creek Berm Buddies. Each program researches different areas along the coastline with different goals in mind.
This is the perfect opportunity for anyone passionate about community science and seeking a flexible, long-term commitment. After being trained by our staff, you’ll have the freedom to conduct surveys and collect important data on your own schedule. Join us and contribute to research that makes a difference where you live and play!
Kids Ocean Day
Kids Ocean Day is an annual event designed to engage students from communities facing barriers to coastal access and disproportionate environmental pollution. This program empowers the next generation to value and protect our environment through conservation and advocacy. In 2024, 1,000 elementary students from inland Orange County joined us in Huntington Beach, collectively removing over 300 pounds of trash from the coast. This one-day event happens every May and requires dozens of volunteers to pull off successfully!
Trash Cleanups
Help us fight against ocean pollution by participating in our monthly trash cleanups! Perfect for eco-activists of all ages and abilities, these events make a real impact. Our regular schedule includes a San Clemente cleanup on the 1st Saturday, a Huntington Beach cleanup on the 2nd Saturday, and a rotating, weather-dependent location on the 3rd Saturday of each month. Click below to see the full list of dates and register today—let’s keep our coastline clean together!
