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Fishing School

Communications Intern

Washington, DC · On-site

$15.25 - $20.25/hr

TFS seeks a Communications Intern as well as an Events Intern to assist in the day-to-day efforts ... The Fishing School prioritizes evaluation and feedback to ensure we're providing our students with ...

Wisconsin

UWSP NADF Student Intern

Bayfield, WI · On-site

$17/hr

UWSP NADF Student Intern Job Category: Student Hourly Job Profile: Student Help Job Summary ... Preferred Qualifications It is preferred if the student is taking coursework in fisheries or ...

ASPIRUS HEALTH

SURGICAL TECH INTERN

Woodruff, WI · On-site

$17/hr

As an Intern, you will collaborate with the precepting Surgical Technologist to provide a safe ... fishing, snowmobiling, hiking and biking trails, and more with no admission fees and year-round ...

Brunswick

Electrical Engineer Intern

Edgewater, FL · On-site

$18 - $27/hr

Boating, fishing and/or marine industry experience is beneficial but not required. * Good ... As a co-op or intern, you will receive feedback and performance reviews throughout your assignment.

Lund Boats

Electrical Engineer Intern

Edgewater, FL · On-site

$18 - $27/hr

Boating, fishing and/or marine industry experience is beneficial but not required. * Good ... As a co-op or intern, you will receive feedback and performance reviews throughout your assignment.

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How much do fisheries intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for fisheries intern in the United States is $17.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a fisheries intern do?

A Fisheries Intern assists professionals in the study, management, and conservation of fish populations and aquatic habitats. Typical duties include conducting fieldwork such as fish sampling, data collection, and habitat assessment, as well as assisting with laboratory analysis and data entry. Interns often work closely with biologists and other environmental staff to support research projects, educational outreach, and conservation initiatives. This role provides valuable hands-on experience for students or recent graduates interested in fisheries science or aquatic biology.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a fisheries intern?

To thrive as a Fisheries Intern, you need a background in biology or environmental science, basic fieldwork skills, and coursework related to fisheries or aquatic sciences. Familiarity with data collection tools, GPS devices, and software like Microsoft Excel or GIS is often required. Strong observational skills, teamwork, and effective communication help interns contribute meaningfully to research projects. These skills are important for accurate data collection, supporting conservation efforts, and ensuring productive collaboration in field and laboratory settings.

What types of fieldwork and data collection are commonly involved in a fisheries intern position?

As a Fisheries Intern, you can expect to participate in a variety of fieldwork activities such as sampling fish populations, recording biological data, and monitoring water quality. These tasks often involve working outdoors on boats or along rivers and lakes, sometimes in challenging weather conditions. Interns typically assist with setting and retrieving nets or traps, tagging fish, and entering collected data into databases. Collaboration with biologists, technicians, and other interns is common, providing valuable exposure to research methods and teamwork in a real-world environmental setting.
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Infographic showing various Fisheries Intern job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 16% Internship, 1% As Needed, 59% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,436 per year, or $17 per hour.

Intern - Fisheries Management (Spring)

State of South Dakota

Webster, SD • On-site

$19.09/hr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

State Of South Dakota rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 53 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

39th of 50 rated states

Job description

Session: Spring (January - May)
Position Title:Intern -Fisheries Management
Hiring Manager: Todd Kaufman
Agency:Department of Game Fish and Parks
Location: Webster, SD
Minimum Salary: $19.09/hr
*APPLICANT MUST BE A CURRENT PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME STUDENT (MINIMUM OF 6 CREDIT HOURS) IN UPCOMING SEMESTER OR IN THE IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING SEMESTER.
Position Description:
Successful candidate will work both independently and as part of a team to help manage fisheries across northeast South Dakota. This position will assist with trap and transfer of various fish species to community ponds, walleye spawning and stocking efforts, adult fish population surveys, aquatic invasive species (AIS) education and outreach, and ongoing research projects. Primary job duties involve field work (netting, electrofishing, AIS watercraft inspection), tablet/computer use (data entry), and laboratory work (removing fish aging structures, estimating fish ages, etc.). Maintenance associated with vehicles, equipment (including nets), buildings, and grounds will be completed to help ensure smooth operation of work activities. Opportunities may exist for independent research, publication of findings will be encouraged.
Experience:
Interns will work independently and must be able to communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers and the public. Successful applicants must be willing to work nights, weekends, and have a valid driver's license. Pursuit of a career in fisheries and wildlife or biological sciences is desirable.
Qualifications:
Applicant must be enrolled as a part-time/full-time student at a college, university, or technical institute at the time they apply. By the start of the internship, the student should have completed one year (nine months) of their chosen program.
All students are encouraged to apply, but preference may be given to applicants with a standing of junior/senior, South Dakota residents, and students of South Dakota institutions.
Apply at: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=4QL
*Positions can be filled prior to the closing date.*
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources and Administration
Telephone: 605.773.3148
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"
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