Maria Mitchell Association · Nationwide / location varies · internship · posted today
The Nantucket Maria Mitchell Association (MMA) is offering four internships at its Aquarium during the 2027 summer season. The Maria Mitchell Aquarium houses roughly 65-75 different marine species each year. One of the most unique public aquarium internships in the country, this paid opportunity immerses interns in all facets of public aquarium operations, including exhibit design, collection and husbandry of 75+ marine species, plumbing and troubleshooting of filtration systems, program and tour leadership, volunteer management, retail in the gift shop, and more! The ideal candidates have interest and experience with marine biology and environmental education, as well as an interest in asking biological questions, making careful observations, following procedures, keeping accurate records, and thinking critically about results. Many former Aquarium interns are working in the fields of outdoor education, public aquarium husbandry and education, aquaculture, K-12 science education, and marine biological science The 2027 Aquarium Internship application February 1, 2027 at 11PM EST. Completed applications consist of a resume, cover letter, 3 references and 2 letters of recommendation from these references, official or unofficial transcripts and the digital Internship application.
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