Part-Time Apprentice Trainer: Mammals & Birds (Diving)

Georgia Aquarium, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Georgia Aquarium, Inc. in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Part-Time Apprentice Trainer for Mammals & Birds. The role supports daily care, training, shows, guest interactions, and enrichment programs under supervision.

Responsibilities include diet prep, environment enrichment, and record keeping to ensure animal welfare and safe guest experiences. The position emphasizes teamwork, effective communication, and flexibility.

Qualifications

• Preference for internship or volunteer experience at AZA/AMMPA accredited institution or equivalent.
• Strong team orientation and professional performance.
• Good oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist daily care and behavioral conditioning of Mammals & Birds under supervision.
• Support training and development of Mammal & Bird collection per animal training protocols.
• Contribute to environmental enrichment programs and research-based activities.
• Maintain records of care, training, enrichment, and inventory as required.
• Support with shows, guest interactions, and program delivery as applicable.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Driver's license

SCUBA certification

Job description

Georgia Aquarium, Inc. in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Part-Time Apprentice Trainer for Mammals & Birds. The role supports daily care, training, shows, guest interactions, and enrichment programs under supervision.

Responsibilities include diet prep, environment enrichment, and record keeping to ensure animal welfare and safe guest experiences. The position emphasizes teamwork, effective communication, and flexibility.