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Launch your career!

Our 6-month Academy School-to-Workforce Program prepares you for a high-demand career in the fast-growing field of coastal resilience. Through daily instruction in our academy and lab, you’ll gain hands-on technical training, real-world field experience, and the industry-recognized licensures employers are looking for.

You won’t just learn the technical skills, you will develop the professional and soft skills that set you apart in the workforce. The program culminates in an additional 3-month paid internship with some of the most sought-after companies in engineering, energy, and construction, giving you direct exposure to the industry and a real pathway to employment.

Thinking about continuing your education? The digital badges you earn through Northeastern University can put you on track toward college credits, helping you take the next step without starting from scratch.

If you’re ready to train with purpose, work with industry leaders, and build a career that makes an impact, this is your moment.

Click here to Register for September 2026

What will I study at ARII?

Semester 1: Maritime Design & Field Technologies

Get hands-on with the tools and tech shaping today’s maritime industry. You’ll learn to:

Design with CAD & 3D modeling using Autodesk and industry-standard software
Model marine environments and changing coastal landscapes
Master weights, measures, and lab best practices with Bridgewater State University
Work with sensor technology alongside the Coastal Hazards Lab to prepare for your capstone project

Semester 2: Maritime Safety & Navigation

Train like a coastal field technician and prepare for real-world maritime careers. You’ll gain:

CPR, AED, and First Aid certification for maritime emergency response
Crisis and emergency management training with maritime professionals and harbormasters
Small boat handling & coastal navigation credentials (NASBLA & USCG approved)
GIS and regulatory awareness to navigate state and federal compliance
A hands-on Capstone Project, designing and deploying a real-world remote sensor
Career-ready soft skills: resumes, interviewing, networking, ethics, and work-life balance.

Who are the companies I will intern with?

We have several internships partners. Here are a few of the companies that are excited to have our students upon completion of the academy.

Skanska
CASHMAN
Coastal Measures
New Bedford Research & Robotics
Northeastern College of Professional Studies
New Bedford Port Authority
Whale and Dolphin Conservation
Vertex Engineering

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