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I'm 13 and want a job in Marine Biology when I'm older. Where can I start to reach that goal when I'm old enough to get a job?

Im currently a 13 year old student at high school, I want to become a marine biologist when I'm older but I live in a small town with not many opportunities, so I don't have any zoos or aquariums near me, but my parents and teachers are getting students to start planning their future, What subjects, jobs and extra curricular activies are need to become one.

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Paul’s Answer

The first step is to enforce your interest in high school. Take advanced classes like AP biology, AP Chemistry and AP physics. Take field trips, school or family or friends to observe wild lives, and their environment. In collegge you major in marine biology. Find the top one in the country.
Yes working in the zoo is a must, aquarium as well.
Jobwise is research based, that means you must get a lead from your college advisor for ocean research. Working in an amusement park is not a good experience to have if you understand the trauma of animals in capture and forced to perform.
Thank you comment icon Thanks for the advice. Madi
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Angel’s Answer

That's awesome that you're already planning your future! To become a marine biologist, focus on science subjects like biology, chemistry, physics, and environmental science in school. Participate in extracurriculars like science clubs, nature conservation, or volunteering with local environmental groups. During high school, look for internships or online courses related to marine biology. As you get older, consider studying marine biology at a university and gaining hands-on experience through fieldwork, research projects, or marine research internships.
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Daniel’s Answer

I am glad you have that great interest in Marine biology, it makes it easy to learn since you have the interest already. It would have been difficult to learn it if you did not have the interest . All I want you to do is to study more on animals in marine environments and how they live . Take more interest in nature clubs , biology , chemistry clubs and you will be good . I have no doubt you are going to be a very good Marine biologist. And your parents couldn't be much prouder .
Thank you comment icon Thank you so much! Madi
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