Summary
Education interns assist Conservation Education and Guest Engagement staff in the creation, revision, and instruction of classroom, outreach, and guest engagement programs. The selected candidate has the opportunity to work with an enthusiastic team of educators and a variety of audiences and will learn a number of teaching methods in changing settings.
Essential Functions:
- Instruct formal on-site and outreach programs, including classroom, auditorium, and virtual programs.
- Teach Aquarium guests about the animals in our care and how they can make a difference through interpreting the Aquarium’s exhibits and educational carts
- Support afterschool youth programs such as the Henry Hall Fellowship and Youth Exhibit Guide Program
- Assist with lesson plan development and preparation of educational programs
- Complete special projects and duties as assigned
Requirements:
- Must be interested in education, public speaking, and customer service. Preferred: demonstrated interest in marine science, the environment, or conservation.
- Must be interested in learning about the Aquarium’s animals, exhibits, and mission.
- Must be able to navigate Zoom and other virtual meeting technology, or willing to learn quickly.
- Must occasionally be willing to talk to large audiences (up to 200) in a variety of settings.
- Must complete a minimum of 120 hours of work within the selected term on-site at the Aquarium. Availability 15-20 hours weekly during core business hours is preferred, including some weekends
- Must be enrolled in an accredited college or have graduated in the previous semester, pursuing a degree in education, science, or a related field
Internships at the National Aquarium provide hands-on and minds-on experiences that add value to any college education. Applying classroom knowledge, interns obtain valuable job experience and establish professional contacts.
College internship positions are available year-round in many departments throughout the Aquarium. The Aquarium makes every effort to match interns to work that complements their studies, interests, and skills. Students may apply for up to two internships per term; if more than two applications are submitted, only the first two will be considered.
ABOUT THE NATIONAL AQUARIUM
The National Aquarium in Baltimore, Maryland, is a nonprofit organization that’s changing the way humanity cares for our ocean planet. The Aquarium’s award-winning habitats are home to thousands of animals representing hundreds of species of fish, birds, amphibians, reptiles and mammals. We are proud to be accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, and strive to meet or exceed AZA standards in all aspects of animal care and welfare. A dedicated team of full- and part-time employees and volunteers drives the Aquarium’s mission to inspire conservation of the world’s aquatic treasures. More than a million guests visit the Aquarium each year, and millions more participate in its conservation, education and engagement initiatives.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and engaged applicants should apply through our website. All questions and requests for reasonable accommodation should be directed to intern@aqua.org. A complete application includes the following:
- Answers to application questions, including biographical information, your availability, and a brief explanation of why you would like to participate and how it will assist you in your career.
- Copy of unofficial transcript
- Contact information for 2 references
Internships are unpaid, and there is no reimbursement for transportation or housing.