Maria Mitchell Association · Nationwide / location varies · internship · posted today
The Maria Mitchell Association (MMA) is offering two intern positions at its Natural Science Museum for the 2027 summer. The Natural Science Museum is divided into an Aquatics Room housing numerous freshwater and brackish water animals, a Herpetology Room housing snakes, frogs, and turtles, a Collections Room that displays various animal specimens from across Nantucket, and lastly a STEM Activity Room where guests can learn about science through hands-on activities. A unique position and a unique museum allows the intern to learn everything that goes into running a natural science museum. This paid internship immerses the intern into all facets of museum operations, which includes animal husbandry, animal collection, exhibit and signage design, educational programming, volunteer management, collections preservation, leading tours, gift shop management, and much more. The ideal candidate should have an interest in biology, ecology, and/or environmental education. Many former MMA Natural Science Museum interns are working in the fields of outdoor education, animal husbandry, environmental education, veterinary medicine, K-12 science education, STEM graduate school, environmental technicians, and environmental stewardship. The 2027 Natural Science Museum Internship application period will open February 1, 2027 at 11PM EST. Completed applications consist of a resume, cover letter, 3 references and 2 letters of recommendation, official or unofficial transcripts and the digital Internship application.
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