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Aquarium Education Intern

Save The Bay
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Application link: https://volunteer.savebay.org/internships/

Location: Newport, RI

Time Commitment: Approximately mid-May through the end of August, 250 hours total, 3 shifts/week minimum including one weekend day (Saturday or Sunday). Shifts are 7 hours (9:30am-4:30pm). Please list your availability accordingly. Accepted interns must attend an orientation, dates TBD.

Age: 16+

Application Items: Online application, cover letter, resume

Summary: Do you have a passion for marine biology? Looking to develop your skills as an educator? At Save The Bay’s Hamilton Family Aquarium, interns build a foundation for a career in environmental education. Interns educate the public about the ecology of Narragansett Bay.

What you will learn:

  • Visitor relations; greeting and welcoming guests at the Aquarium
  • Hands-on environmental education programming for guests of all ages
  • Marine biology, habitats, and species of Narragansett Bay

What we require:

  • Have a strong interest in public aquariums
  • Interested in or have basic knowledge of small marine and freshwater animals
  • Excellent communication skills – must be comfortable speaking to and engaging with the general public on Save The Bay’s behalf
  • Enjoy working with children and have a strong interest in environmental education
  • Public speaking skills & strong sense of professionalism
  • Creative, reliable, and flexible team member
  • Prompt arrival for shifts in uniform provided by Save The Bay
  • Undergo a criminal background check
  • Able to follow communication procedures and promptly answer inquiries via phone or email

Details: We offer unpaid internship opportunities. We will gladly work with your university if they offer college credit for unpaid internships. Many colleges offer stipends for students doing unpaid internships. Check out our Student Guide to Internship Funding for tips!