Internship Info

Interns commit to a regular schedule in a specific department for a short period of time (3-8 months).  If you cannot commit to a regular schedule, we encourage you to apply to be a standard volunteer. Interns receive unlimited admission for themselves and five discounted tickets for guests during their internship as well as the opportunity to earn five free tickets. All internships are unpaid.

Completing an internship for school credit? We require that you obtain an instructor to oversee your internship and the necessary paperwork from your school before completing our application.

Applicant Requirements

• Age 18 years or older
• High school diploma or GED
• Proof of US citizenship, current green card or visa
• Ability to attend all training courses & intern at least 20 hours a week on a regular schedule for 3-8 months
• Submission of online application & contact info for three academic or professional references who applicant has known for at least a year
• Satisfactory completion of a background check
• Willingness to follow the policies and procedures of the Georgia Aquarium
• Additional requirements for particular internship (listed below)

Internship Opportunities

Guest Programs/Public Education
Interns interact with Aquarium guests at exhibits and touch pools, engaging them in learning about aquatic life, give educational presentations, conduct customer surveys and assist in responding to guest comment cards.

• Major in biology, environmental science, education, hospitality or related field
• Interest in Marine Science
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Resume required. After applying online, email resume to: jhannans@georgiaaquarium.org

• Major in public relations, communications, advertising, marketing or related field
• Excellent written & oral communication and computer skills
• Resume required. After applying online, email resume to: fallegra@georgiaaquarium.org

• Strong interpersonal, organizational and computer skills
• Resume required. After applying online, email resume to: volunteer@georgiaaquarium.org

• Open Water Diving certification or higher
• Current record of dives equaling 25 or more
• First aid, CPR, AED and oxygen administration certifications all current
• If selected for an interview, applicants must also pass swim test, dive test and dive physical to obtain internship. Physical fee is refundable upon successful completion of internship.
• Resume required. After applying online, email resume to: jreid@georgiaaquarium.org and ejessup@georgiaaquarium.org

Group Sales
Interns assist attend sales tradeshows, going on customer sales call, and leading customer tours of the Aquarium.  At the end of the internship, the intern will fully understand how to work in a fast-paced sales environment and the importance of sales revenue to a non-profit attraction.
Application Deadline: July 15 for Fall 2010
Internship Dates: September-November
Schedule:3 days per week
Minimum Required Hours per Week: 24
Additional Application Requirements:

• Major in sales, hospitality or related field
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Resume required. After applying online, email resume to: wramsey@georgiaaquarium.org  

Information Technology
Interns work to maintain desktop and laptop systems, help with end user software issues, design and write reports and create and develop web pages. Interns assist with configuring communications equipment and performing other duties as required.
Application Deadline: July 15 for Fall 2010
Internship Dates: August-December
Schedule: Monday-Friday
Minimum Required Hours per Week: 24
Additional Application Requirements:

• Major in Information Technology or related field
• Detail-oriented; strong problem-solving skills
• Resume required. After applying online, email resume to: adongerdive@georgiaaquarium.org

Exhibits & Graphics
Interns assist the Graphics team in making vinyl signage, mounting graphics and some graphic design. Interns will also perform file manipulation such as electronic file conversions.
Application Deadline: August 1 for Fall 2010
Internship Dates: September-December
Schedule: Monday - Friday
Minimum Required Hours per Week: 20
Additional Application Requirements:

• Major in Graphic Design or related field
• Experience with simple file manipulations and Adobe design products
• Ability to lift 50 lbs, climb ladders and stairs.
• Resume required. After applying online, email resume to: asimpkins@georgiaaquarium.org

Event Services
Interns assist in executing functions ranging from social events (weddings, bar mitzvahs, etc) to corporate parties and non-profit fundraisers.  For smaller functions, interns will work alongside Events Services staff in all aspects of events. Individuals have the opportunity of hands-on experience in event management from a venue perspective.
Application Deadline: Sept. 1 for Fall 2010
Internship Dates: September-December
Schedule: Varies; evening and weekend work required
Minimum Required Hours per Week: 20
Additional Application Requirements:

• Major in event management, hospitality or related field
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Resume required. After applying online, email resume to: cmoore@georgiaaquarium.org  

Husbandry
Husbandry interns assist in exhibit maintenance procedures, animal diet preparation, behavioral observations, environmental enrichment as well as animal care area clean up and disinfection. Interns either focus on Fish and Invertebrates or Mammals and Birds. Additionally, interns focus on particular aquarium galleries. Click here to view each internship's job description.
Application Deadline: July 1 for Fall 2010
Internship Dates: August/September-December
Schedule: 3 days per week, including one weekend day
Minimum Required Hours Per Week: 24
Additional Application Requirements:

• Major in animal science, biology, zoology or related field
• Independent worker and team player
• Ability to lift 50 lbs, climb ladders and stairs
• Resume required. After applying online, email resume as indicated below:
  For Mammal & Bird internships, email resume to: gsaunders@georgiaaquarium.org
  For Fish & Invertebrate internships focusing on the Cold Water Quest, River Scout and Georgia Explorer galleries, email resume to: nfarnau@georgiaaquarium.org
  For Fish & Invtertebrate internships focusing on the Tropical Diver and Ocean Voyager galleries, email resume to: tnietfeld@georgiaaquarium.org
  

Note: Internships in veterinary services are not available at this time.

Life Support Systems 
Interns in Life Support Systems are responsible for monitoring all phases of aquarium exhibit water treatment processing as well as the condition of aquatic animal life support systems equipment, making necessary changes or repairs as needed. This internship position will frequently interface with other Zoological Operations staff including water quality lab technicians, animal biologists and other LSS staff regarding water chemistry parameters, LSS process equipment adjustments and needed repairs.
Application Deadline: August 1 for Fall 2010
Internship Dates: August-December
Schedule: Monday-Wednesday or Wednesday-Friday
Minimum Required Hours per Week: 24
Additional Application Requirements:

• Major in Mechanical Engineering, Automation & Controls
• Strong desire to learn how to operate and repair industrial mechanical plant equipment including ozone generators, centrifugal pumps, heat exchangers, air compressors, automated control systems, and all types of filtration systems including sand filters and protein skimmers
• Proficient in use of proper test equipment, hand & power tools, and shop equipment
• Above average computer skills. Understanding of operating multi-computer networks with dynamic graphic based user interfaces including touch screens is a plus. Proficiency with MS Windows & MS Office products is a must.
• Basic electrical knowledge with circuits <120volts. Basic understanding of electric valve actuators & motor starter/relay circuits is a plus.
• Practical working knowledge of fluid flow, hydraulics and heat transfer principles is a plus
• Ability to:
  Lift and carry 50 lbs.
  Bend, stoop & kneel for long periods.
  Climb ladders and work in close, confined spaces with all appropriate safety equipment.

Resume required. After applying online, email resume to: ehall@georgiaaquarium.org

Water Quality
Water Quality interns will work closely with the Water Quality staff in the testing lab. Interns in this area will also have a special project that they will be responsible for researching and producing quality data.
Application Deadline: July 15 for Fall 2010
Internship Dates: September-December
Schedule: Varies
Minimum Required Hours per Week: 20
Additional Application Requirements:

• Major in biology, chemistry or related field
• Detail-oriented
• Lab experience a plus, but not required
• Resume required. After applying online, email resume to: hellis@georgiaaquarium.org  

 
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