Internships at the Aquarium offer college students and recent college graduates experience in areas ranging from veterinary services and animal husbandry to communications and program and exhibit development.

Internship Benefits

Internships are a great way to gain valuable, hands-on work experience and build your resume. You'll have the opportunity to network with marine sciences professionals both inside and outside of the Aquarium, and help work towards the Aquarium's mission. In addition to the opportunity to earn academic credit, there are valuable tangible benefits for interns at the Aquarium.

Internship Positions

Internships are available for the January term, spring, summer and fall. Most spring, summer and fall internships range between 9-12 weeks long, while January term internships require 125 total hours. Not all positions are available year round, and the time commitment varies slightly dependent on the department. Internships are unpaid and we do not provide housing assistance.

Applying for an Internship

The internship application process at the Aquarium involves a formal application submission, an initial interview with the Office of Volunteer Programs and Internships, and a second interview with the respective department of interest. Before applying, please review the application requirements and the individual position descriptions to ensure you can fulfill all requirements.

High School Internships

Students under age 18 living in Boston and Cambridge can apply to be a paid summer teen intern.

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