Marine Animal Rescue Intern – Stranding & Field Work

Audubon Nature Institute; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 14,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly stipend

Job summary

Audubon Nature Institute’s AAR internship offers hands-on experience with marine mammal and sea turtle stranding response in New Orleans. You will support beach surveys, necropsies, record keeping, and daily care under supervision, with possible live animal rehab opportunities.

The program runs Jan–June 2027, requiring 18+ and strong communication; expect 8-hour days, five days a week, with a flexible schedule and a weekly stipend.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be at least 18 years old and pass a background check.
• Possess good communication skills.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with stranding response, beach surveys, marine mammal and sea turtle necropsies, record keeping, cleaning, vehicle maintenance and animal husbandry.
• Live animal rehab is possible but should not be expected during the internship.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Observation

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Drive

Job description

Audubon Nature Institute’s AAR internship offers hands-on experience with marine mammal and sea turtle stranding response in New Orleans. You will support beach surveys, necropsies, record keeping, and daily care under supervision, with possible live animal rehab opportunities.

The program runs Jan–June 2027, requiring 18+ and strong communication; expect 8-hour days, five days a week, with a flexible schedule and a weekly stipend.