As a Forecast Intern, you'll assist in surf forecasting operations, data analysis, and Python scripting, while collaborating with Lead Forecasters to support daily forecast production and improve surf report accuracy.
Surfline is seeking a motivated undergraduate student to join our Forecast Team as a part-time intern for Summer 2026. This role offers hands-on experience in surf forecasting operations, data analysis, and Python scripting. The intern will work closely with Lead Forecasters to support daily forecast production, validate data, and improve the accuracy and communication of surf reports for the U.S. East and West Coasts.
Under Surfline’s “Work from Anywhere” policy, this position may be performed on a remote basis from any location within California.
Forecast Operations & Support
- Assist in creating daily surf reports and forecasts for domestic markets.
- Monitor real-time data sources (buoys, wind stations, smart cameras) for accuracy.
- Participate in team discussions on forecast strategy and model interpretation.
Data Analysis & Python Projects
- Support data validation by analyzing surf model outputs and observational data.
- Use Python for tasks such as automating workflows, cleaning datasets, and creating visualizations (creativity encouraged).
Communication & Collaboration
- Document insights and contribute to internal knowledge sharing.
- Assist in preparing content that communicates forecast accuracy and model updates.
- Attend team meetings and provide ideas to improve workflows and tools.
- Real-world experience in meteorological forecasting and environmental data analysis.
- Exposure to operational forecasting tools and processes.
- Mentorship from experienced forecasters.
- Opportunity to contribute to projects impacting Surfline’s global audience.
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program (Junior or Senior preferred).
- Coursework or experience in Meteorology, Oceanography, Data Science, or related fields.
- Basic proficiency in Python (data manipulation, scripting, plotting).
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Passion for surfing, ocean science, or coastal environments.
- Familiarity with surf forecasting concepts or frameworks.
About Surfline Wavetrak:
Millions of people around the world depend on Surfline Wavetrak’s products to enrich their experiences in and around the ocean. Since 1985, our company has connected people with the ocean. Starting with surfers and expanding to offshore cruisers, anglers and a myriad of other ocean enthusiasts, we’ve made it our mission to deliver peak maritime experiences. We provide those who work and play in the ocean with all the advanced tools, personalized insights and immersive content to make their lives better -- supplying them with the information they need to make smarter decisions, seek out new experiences and gain valuable knowledge.
We are dedicated to bringing people together across the globe, and we champion and encourage those who bring different perspectives, ideas, and creativity. At Surfline Wavetrak, we recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, and any other protected status.
Top Skills
Python
Surfline\Wavetrak, Inc. Huntington Beach, California, USA Office
300 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite 310, Huntington Beach, CA, United States, 92648
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