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National Aquarium - Internships — Balt, MD
Enhance the Value of Your Education

Internships at the National Aquarium provide hands-on and minds-on experiences that add value to any college education. Applying classroom knowledge, interns obtain valuable job experience and establish professional contacts.

College internship positions are available year-round in many departments throughout the Aquarium. The Aquarium makes every effort to match interns to work that complements their studies, interests, and skills.

Requirements

Students must:

Be registered at a two- or four-year accredited college or university
Be able to work a minimum of 120 hours within the chosen semester
Receive college credit for their work at the Aquarium.

Compensation

Internships are unpaid. Interns receive free parking during hours of work and a 30% discount at our cafe and gift shop. Interns that are certified divers are eligible for a SCUBA dive in one of our exhibits.

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Internship Application

Application Deadlines

November 1 to intern during the winter or spring terms
March 1 to intern during the summer term
May 1 to intern during the fall term

All applicants will be notified approximately four to six weeks after the deadline.

How to Apply

6 steps to follow

1. Download the Internship Application (PDF)
2. Attach brief responses to the three statements listed on the bottom of the application.
3. Enclose a resume with two references listed.
4. Enclose a transcript or have the school's registrar send one to the address below. It does not have to be an official copy.
5. Check the full position description for any additional requirements. For example, some positions require a writing sample.
6. Mail to:
National Aquarium - Internships
501 E. Pratt Street
Baltimore, MD 21202

Questions?

E-mail intern@aqua.org or call 410-576-3888.

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