Aquarium Peng/Seal LSEO Summer Intern

Moody Gardens, Inc.•Galveston, TX

5d•$15 - $15

About The Position

The internship will provide the applicant with an introduction into penguin and seal husbandry, exhibit maintenance, positive reinforcement training and environmental enrichment. At the end of the internship the applicant will have a basic knowledge of the above skills and techniques as well as a basic understanding of the biology of penguins and pinnipeds. INTERN BENEFITS: Learn daily husbandry and nutrition of a diverse collection of penguins and pinnipeds. Learn exhibit maintenance. Learn positive reinforcement and environmental enrichment techniques. Learn proper food preparation techniques and understand system diets. Learn common and scientific names of penguins and Pinnipeds. Work closely with aquarium biologists and interact with guests.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Must have valid driver’s license
Must be reliable and responsible
Must be organized, self-motivated, with a desire to see projects through to completion
Must have a strong desire to work with animals and provide them with the best care available
Must be observant and able to work with other employees, volunteers and the public in a polite, patient manner
Available for overtime, both non-emergency and emergency situations
Subject to possibility of bites, stings and other work related biological risks
Work in water, both man-made and natural, with temperatures ranging from 45 to 90°
Heavy lifting (greater than 50 pounds on occasion), walking and working within a wet environment
Outdoor work on occasion, under a variety of conditions: cold weather, hot weather, rain, mud, ocean environments and dry land

Nice To Haves

Experience in the handling and care of animals preferred
S.C.U.B.A. certification preferred, must be a swimmer and willing to take S.C.U.B.A. certification if required in work area

Responsibilities

Professional Animal Care
Report to work location by scheduled time
Maintain clean, professional appearance
Perform daily routines as scheduled
Maintain appropriate animal records
Assist with animal treatments as directed
Assist with animal movements as directed
Communication
Conduct yourself in a helpful, patient manner with staff, volunteers and guests
Participate in various public presentations, with or without animals
Communicate problems with animals and exhibits to Assistant Curators
Facility Maintenance
Observe and maintain assigned areas
Report supply needs to Assistant Curators
Any and all other duties as assigned; duties are subject to change as management deems necessary to best serve the needs of Moody Gardens
Must be on-time!
Take direction and be willing to perform tasks as assigned.
Work well with staff, volunteers and other interns.
Work 16-20 hours a week for at least 12 weeks in fall/spring semesters and 20-40 hours a week for 10 weeks in summer semester.
Set schedule prior to the start of the internship with morning shifts running from 8:00am to 12:00pm and afternoon shifts running from 1:00pm to 5:00pm.
Capability of lifting a minimum of 50 pounds, climbing ladders, stairs, and work around saltwater.
Interactions with Moody Gardens® visitors.
Be prepared to answer questions from the public.
Must present to a formal presentation at the end of the internship