Life Support Systems Intern: Water Quality Lab

Georgia Aquarium Careers; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Job summary

Georgia Aquarium Careers seeks a Life Support Systems Intern for Spring 2027 to learn daily operation and maintenance of aquatic life support systems and the Water Quality Lab at the Animal Care Facility. You will work with senior staff, report on processes and equipment status, and develop strong judgment and adaptability.

Interns will share responsibility for data management, laboratory safety, and routine analyses, with hands-on training and a paid internship.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with freshwater and seawater chemistry related to aquatic animals.
• Laboratory safety, workflow, data management and quality control concepts.
• Experience with basic lab instruments and data reporting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general computer skills.
• Ability to work independently or in a team and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clear communication within the LSS department for operations.
• Assist with routine water quality analyses in the WQ Lab using diverse methods.
• Monitor equipment and processes; implement changes as needed.
• Operate LSS computerized controls; record and adjust system operations.
• Prepare samples for ion chromatography and total coliform testing as required.
• Troubleshoot lab instrumentation with guidance from senior staff.
• Interpret water chemistry reports and implement recommended corrections.
• Generate and share daily data reports with the team.
• Handle chemical additives following OSHA safety requirements.
• Maintain logs and records for LSS and LSS-WQ systems.
• Identify potential problems and escalate appropriately.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Data management

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Computer skills

Microsoft Office

Education

4-year degree in earth/life science or progress towards one

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Shop equipment

Job description

Georgia Aquarium Careers seeks a Life Support Systems Intern for Spring 2027 to learn daily operation and maintenance of aquatic life support systems and the Water Quality Lab at the Animal Care Facility. You will work with senior staff, report on processes and equipment status, and develop strong judgment and adaptability.

Interns will share responsibility for data management, laboratory safety, and routine analyses, with hands-on training and a paid internship.