Aquarist Intern

ODYSEA AQUARIUM LLC • Scottsdale, AZ

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About The Position

As part of OdySea Aquarium’s Animal Care: Aquarist Internship program, interns will rotate throughout the aquarium’s four galleries and quarantine facility during their internship. Interns will work alongside OdySea Aquarium Aquarists in a supportive and supervised role with the opportunity to work with a large collection of elasmobranchs (sharks and rays), freshwater and marine fishes, invertebrates, and a select number of freshwater and marine reptiles, including green sea turtle and loggerhead turtles. Interns will be instrumental in daily operations including husbandry and cleaning, diet preparation, public speaking and guest education. This internship requires 40 hours (four 10-hour days) per week for a full semester.

Requirements

• Current college student or recent graduate
• Adherence to OdySea Aquarium grooming standards
• Follow all Departmental Standard Operating Procedures
• Satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen
• Ability to intern a minimum of 3-5 days per week during the designated semester
• Ability to work various operating hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Willingness to speak in front of groups of people
• Must be comfortable speaking on microphone and engaging with guests
• Willingness to be flexible, learn and multitask
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, team oriented, responsible, enthusiastic and flexible
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Must be able to access animal exhibits, enclosures, and pools
• Brief application below
• 1 page maximum cover letter
• 1-2 page maximum resume
• 3 letters of reference, at least 2 of which must be from a past teacher, aor supervisor

Responsibilities

• Participate in educational presentations and interactive programs within the aquarium
• Create positive guest interactions and experiences daily
• Keep a record of learning activities and hours
• Complete a project and give an oral presentation with visual aids to fellow peers and staff
• Follow all policies and procedures set forth by OdySea Aquarium
• Complete any applicable additional tasks, worksheets, quizzes, tests, or projects as determined by the specific internship program

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed