Internships - Mystic Aquarium & Institute for Exploration

Internships

Through a wide variety of internships, Mystic Aquarium & Institute for Exploration offers special opportunities to get more deeply involved in all the different aspects of what we do here. There are positions available in the research and study of marine animals and veterinary internships. Work with us behind the scenes in our marketing and public relations departments, or with graphic arts and communications technology. We also offer a fascinating opportunity for future educators.

California Sea Lion Husbandry

Department function

Marine Theater staff feed, train, and care for the Aquarium's collection of California sea lions. The staff also performs in daily presentations educating the public about the species.

Pinniped and Penguin Husbandry

Department Function

Pinniped and penguin aquarists feed, train and care for the Aquarium's collection of Northern Fur Seals, Steller's sea lions and African penguins.

Beluga Whale Husbandry

Department Function

Cetacean aquarists feed, train and care for the Aquarium's collection of beluga whales

Fish & Invertebrate Husbandry

Department Function

Fish and Invertebrate aquarists feed and maintaining the exhibits and reserve holding tanks of the Aquarium's fish and invertebrate collection.

Research and Veterinary Services

Department Function

The Department of Research and Veterinary Sciences is responsible for conducting research in many aspects of marine sciences. This is accomplished through detailed analysis of specimens, data records and a combination of field and in-house research projects. In addition, the medical care of the exhibit collection is the responsibility of the veterinary staff with its advanced program of preventative medicine, diagnostics and therapy.

Education

Department Function

The Education Department offers classes and activities to supplement an Aquarium visit, enrich classroom curricula and undertake research to assess the effectiveness of programs.

Marine Mammal and Sea Turtle Stranding Program

Department Function

Mystic Aquarium & Institute for Exploration responds to strandings along the shores of Connecticut, Rhode Island and Fishers Island, N.Y. A rehabilitation facility is operated for pinnipeds, cetaceans and sea turtles. Internships are offered in this program during peak seasons.

Communications Technology

Department Function

The Communications Technology Department designs, implements and supports the computer, network, Internet, telephone, telecommunications, and audio/visual equipment for Mystic Aquarium and the Institute for Exploration.

Other Departments

If you are interested in one the departments below, please submit ONLY a completed application form. The Intern Coordinator will contact you by phone to discuss possible internship projects within the department of your choice. If an opportunity is available you will be asked to submit all application materials.
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Intership Application

If you have questions about the Intern Program, please contact us at (860) 572-5955 ext. 108.

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Volunteer

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work with animals, teach kids or talk about exhibits? Now's your chance!
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