Wash, DC

Education Internship

Education interns interact with our guests through exhibit interpretation and staffing touch carts. They may also assist the director of education with classroom presentations, special events, and special projects.

Thanks to ExxonMobile, we are also pleased to offer a paid internship focusing on education and enrichment for toddler and pre-school age children. Learn more and download the application.

Essential Functions

  • Provide our guests with a meaningful experience through exhibit interpretation
  • Staff touch carts with animal artifacts
  • Assist in the presentation of school programs
  • Perform special projects, such as curriculum development, animal fact sheet research and writing, and development of other new educational resources.

Requirements

  • Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college, pursuing a degree in biology, ecology, environmental science, education, or a related field
  • Must complete a minimum of 120 hours of work within the selected term, preferably during the week.

How to Apply

Download and fill out an 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.

Send complete applications to:
National Aquarium, Washington, DC – Education Internship
Commerce Building B-077
14th Street & Constitution Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20230

Questions

For more information, e-mail education@nationalaquarium.org or call 202-482-0852.

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Application Deadlines

  • November 1 to intern during the spring term
  • March 1 to intern during the summer term
  • July 1 to intern during the fall term