Description: The Animal Care Intern - Freshwater Aquarist will gain valuable experience by learning proper husbandry techniques for a collection of freshwater animals through one-on-one training and hands on experiences. The intern will assist staff with all aspects of daily animal care.
Learning Objectives
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Primary Duties
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Follow Aquarium safety and animal protocols
Learn and follow proper feeding procedures and techniques in caring for animals, and ensure daily care of animals
Learn life support system operation and how to maintain tanks, and follow schedule of weekly tank maintenance
Be able to state appropriate water quality parameters
Be able to recognize signs of disease and understand the purpose of quarantine
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Primary responsibilities will include but not limited to:
Exhibit and behind the scenes cleaning
Daily food preparation and feeding
Record keeping
Animal observation
Potential duties may include but not limited to:
Veterinary procedures
Quarantine procedures
Animal collection and transfer
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Commitment & Qualifications:
Length of internship: 6 months
Hours per week: 25 - 40
Education level: Recent college graduate, majoring in natural sciences, biology, marine biology, psychology or related field.
Additional Skills:
- Must be dependable and have excellent communication and record keeping skills
- Must have exceptional attention to detail
- Be comfortable with informal educational interactions with Aquarium guests
- Be able to work well independently and as part of a team
- Willingness to get wet and dirty
Compensation & Benefits:
- Unpaid; housing not included
- College credit may be available through your university
- Professional development workshops
- Potential field experience opportunities
- Ability to earn aquarium tickets and a reciprocity pass to area attractions
Physical Requirements: Often requires walking, standing, and bending. Regularly requires stooping, crouching, climbing ladders/steps, carrying up to 50 lbs., sitting, kneeling, balancing, pushing and pulling, crawling, working with tools, and working in tight spaces
Application Instructions & Key Dates: