The selected candidate will aid in all aspects of the marine animal rescue program (MARP) operations, which involves the rescue, rehabilitation, and release of stranded marine mammals and sea turtles and implementing outreach efforts of the Aquarium's Ocean Health Initiative. The selected candidate is also responsible for technical and clerical assistance for the Conservation Department staff as necessary.
Essential Functions:
- Animal Care - participating in rescue and release trips, daily feeding, medical treatments, facility maintenance including cleaning and water changes, behavioral observations, and record keeping
- Outreach - learning to interpret the MARP artifacts and conservation messages and participation in seasonal outreach and public education programs at the Aquarium and off site
- Other duties as assigned - field work, etc.
Requirements:
- College junior or senior majoring in environmental science or related field with course work in biology and ecology.
- Position not available in the summer term.
- Winter term requires 40 hours per week of work for 4 weeks.
- Spring and fall terms require 8 hours per day, one day per week of work.
- Must complete a minimum of 120 hours of work within the selected term.
How to Apply:
Access the internship application. A complete application includes contact information, answers to brief statements listed, a 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.
