Hello Diana - Yes, HVO is the only US Observatory with a formal volunteer program. We can also recommend the International Volcanology Field School as a great opportunity for students and early-career volcanologists. https://www.uaf.edu/geology/academics/international-volcanology/ AVO is a three-agency organization, and open positions (if there were any - I don't think there are right now) would be advertised through the HR of the agency that was hiring (USGS, the University of Alaska Fairbanks, or the State of Alaska Division of Geological and Geophysical Surveys.) You could consider a foreign volcano observatory or continue your studies for a PhD. A PhD is a prerequisite for many Observatory hires and a common path for Observatory employment is to start as a post-doc. Best wishes on your search, Cheryl Cameron -------- Diana Parios wrote: Hello, My name is Diana Parios. I have been following this website and subscribed to email alerts for several years now, and I really find this work fascinating. I received my Bachelor's degree in Geology in 2014, and my Master's in Geology this past August. Both of these degrees were focused on volcanology. I have wanted to work at a volcano observatory for as long as I knew they existed. Since HVO is the only US observatory that offers internship opportunities, I would be really interested in speaking with someone about other available options for getting a foot in the door. I also understand that there is not a very high demand for new employees in the field at this time, but I would be willing to start anywhere. I am happy to provide more information about myself and my field experience if I am contacted, and I really hope I am. As a young Geologist, I am looking for somewhere to start a career and as fanciful as working in a volcano observatory seems, it is what I keep coming back to. I look forward to hearing from someone, thank you for taking time to read my message. Sincerely, Diana Parios -- Cheryl Cameron Geologist, Alaska Volcano Observatory Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys voice: 907-451-5012 fax: 907-451-5050