The selected candidate will assist the Aquarium aquarist staff with daily care of the Aquarium's invertebrates and fish.
Essential Functions:
- Assist with tank maintenance and cleaning
- Prepare daily diets and perform daily feedings
- Assist in the maintenance of back-up areas
- Conduct precise record keeping
- Perform special projects to be determined by the aquarist staff
Requirements:
- College juniors or seniors enrolled in an accredited college, pursuing a degree in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related field.
- Must complete a minimum of 120 hours of work within the selected term, preferably during the week.
- Availability necessary in the morning (8:00 a.m. to noon) or full day (8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.).
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs, climb up a 6' ladder, and be able to squeeze across a 15' long X 12" wide platform.
How to Apply:
Access the internship application. A complete application includes contact information, answers to brief statements listed, resume with two references listed, and a copy of college transcript. Complete applications should be sent to National Aquarium in Baltimore-Internships, Pier 3/501 East Pratt Street, Baltimore, MD 21202.
Application Deadline:
Ongoing; November 1 for winter and spring terms; March 1 for summer term; and May 1 for fall term.
For more information contact the National Aquarium in Baltimore's Internship Coordinator at intern@aqua.org or call 410-576-3888.
