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Compensation $17/hr Hours 40/week Summer internship at the University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point Northern Aquaculture Demonstration Facility. The position is intended to provide the student intern ...

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An Aquaculture Intern assists with the daily operations of fish or seafood farming facilities, gaining hands-on experience in areas such as feeding, water quality monitoring, fish health management, and equipment maintenance. They may also aid in data collection, research projects, and facility upkeep. This role provides valuable industry knowledge and practical skills for individuals interested in sustainable aquaculture and marine resource management.

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As an Aquaculture Intern, your day will likely involve monitoring water quality, feeding aquatic species, recording data, and assisting with general facility upkeep. You may also participate in hands-on research projects, support harvest operations, or help maintain and repair aquaculture systems. Teamwork is a big part of the role, so you'll collaborate closely with experienced staff, researchers, and fellow interns. This exposure offers valuable learning opportunities and practical skills for those interested in advancing within the aquaculture industry.

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Infographic showing various Aquaculture Intern job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 22% Internship, 1% As Needed, 48% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,436 per year, or $17 per hour.

Aquaculture Intern- Fall/Winter 2026

Wildlife Conservation Society

New York, NY

$1.3K/wk

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Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

14th of 37 rated wildlife parks and zoos

Job description

NYA Aquaculture Intern - Fall/Winter 2026
Location: New York Aquarium
Department: Animal
Duration: Fall/Winter 2026 (October - March)
Schedule: 2 days per week for 20 weeks
Stipend: $1,325 total stipend to be paid as one lump sum upon successful completion of the position less applicable taxes.
Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis but must be received by September 24, 2026. The position may be filled before the deadline. Candidates are encouraged to apply early.

Overview

This internship is designed to be an important entry point for someone looking for a career working in aquaculture and/or the fish hatchery field. Interns will receive a well-rounded training course on the cultivation, maintenance, and optimization of phytoplankton cultures to support marine life in aquaculture and Aquarium systems. This role will assist in understanding what a crucial part phytoplankton plays for the production of aquatic organisms in the aquatic field. Interns will be responsible for completing a project based on this designation at the aquarium.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Interns will learn how to Cultivate and maintain phytoplankton cultures for use in aquaculture and public aquarium systems.
  • Interns will assist in monitoring culture conditions, including light, temperature, nutrients, and aeration, to ensure optimal growth and productivity.
  • Interns will assist in harvesting and distributing phytoplankton to designated tanks and culture systems as needed.
  • Interns will learn how to conduct routine water quality testing and troubleshoot any issues related to phytoplankton culture health.
  • Interns will learn how to keep accurate records of culture performance, growth rates, and environmental conditions.

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