In recognition of National Ocean Month during June 2020, STEM Rising has been highlighting ocean researchers at the Energy Department.
June 30, 2020
In recognition of National Ocean Month during June 2020, STEM Rising has been highlighting ocean researchers at the national laboratories and program offices of the U.S. Department of Energy.
These impressive ocean researchers, analysts, engineers, and communications professionals all came into their careers supporting ocean energy in different ways, but share a love for the ocean and a passion for protecting and improving the environment. View their profiles here.

Check out their stories for inspiration on your next career move, a look at the ways people celebrate ocean month, advice on how to get into ocean careers, and even find book and movie recommendations for all ages to learn about the ocean.
Plus, you’ll learn about these ocean researchers’ favorite facts about the ocean and you’ll be sure to discover something new from their stories.

At the Energy Department, we’re always looking for more talented STEM professionals to join our work – visit energy.gov/STEM to learn about all of our STEM internships, fellowships, research opportunities, and support for teachers and the workforce.
AnneMarie Horowitz

AnneMarie Horowitz is the Chief of Staff for the Arctic Energy Office. She joined the Arctic Energy Office in May 2023. AnneMarie has been with the Energy Department since 2010, and was previously on the digital team of the Office of Public Affairs, where she managed digital projects and internal employee communications efforts. AnneMarie was the Digital Communications Manager from March 2023 - September 2023 for the Department of Health and Human Affairs' Public Education Campaign, We Can Do This, to share information about the COVID vaccine.
From 2015 - 2017 she served as the Special Advisor on workforce issues for Deputy Secretary of Energy Dr. Elizabeth Sherwood-Randall. She has also previously worked in the Under Secretary for Management and Performance and in the Office of Minority Economic Impact.
AnneMarie has a BA in Political Science from the University of Portland and a Masters of Government from Johns Hopkins University.