Paid Aquatic Animal Care Intern – Fish & Invertebrates

Georgia Aquarium Careers; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Job summary

Georgia Aquarium is seeking a Fish and Invertebrates Intern for Spring 2027 in Atlanta. You will work with the Fish & Invertebrates team across galleries such as Ocean Voyager, Sharks, River Scout/Discovery Zone, or Tropical Diver/Coldwater to support daily animal care and learn essential husbandry skills.

You will gain hands-on experience in feeding, animal handling, water quality, exhibit maintenance, enrichment, and data recording while collaborating with aquarists and staff.

Qualifications

• This internship involves substantial physical labor; ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Regular schedule of 5 days per week; may include weekends/holidays; 35–40 hours per week.
• Interest or major in animal science, biology, marine biology, psychology, or related field.
• High school diploma or GED required; prior animal care experience not required.

Responsibilities

• Diet preparation and feeding of exhibited animals.
• Water sampling and quality checks.
• Exhibit and husbandry area maintenance.
• Behavioral observations and recording.
• Animal enrichment activities for living displays.
• Data recording and data entry of care tasks.
• Assisting biologists with animal handling and medical procedures.
• Attending staff and departmental meetings.

Skills

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Flexible schedule

Observation skills

Animal science interest

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Georgia Aquarium is seeking a Fish and Invertebrates Intern for Spring 2027 in Atlanta. You will work with the Fish & Invertebrates team across galleries such as Ocean Voyager, Sharks, River Scout/Discovery Zone, or Tropical Diver/Coldwater to support daily animal care and learn essential husbandry skills.

You will gain hands-on experience in feeding, animal handling, water quality, exhibit maintenance, enrichment, and data recording while collaborating with aquarists and staff.