Herpetology

Herpetology interns assist the Aquarium herpetology staff with daily care of the Aquarium's reptiles, amphibians, and associated invertebrates.

Essential Functions

• Prepare diets for and feed the reptiles and amphibians
• Mist, clean, and otherwise help tend the reptiles and amphibians
• Change exhibit water and clean filters in order to maintain the highest water quality possible for the animals
• Assist in the maintenance of the live food cultures (e.g., fruit flies, springtails)
• Conduct and record animal observations
• Perform special projects as determined by the herpetology staff
• Observe medical procedures on collection animals.

Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college, pursuing a degree in biology, zoology, animal behavior, ecology, environmental science, or a related field
• Must complete a minimum of 120 hours of work within the selected term
• Must be comfortable working with frogs, lizards, fish, rodents, crickets, and other terrestrial arthropods.

How to Apply

Download and fill out 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.

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

Questions

For more information, contact Brian Nelson by e-mail or call 202-482-1970.

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