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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 were 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 ...

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How much do fisheries intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 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 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.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Fisheries Intern, and why are they important?

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 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.
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Infographic showing various Fisheries Intern job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 27% Internship, 4% Full Time, 67% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,436 per year, or $17 per hour.
Intern - Fishing Naturalist (Fall)

Intern - Fishing Naturalist (Fall)

State of South Dakota

Rapid City, SD • On-site

$18.83/hr

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

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6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

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41st of 50 rated states

Job description

Session: Fall (September - December)
Position Title:Intern - Fishing Naturalist
Hiring Manager: Aaron Schone
Agency:Department of Game, Fish & Parks
Location: Rapid City
Minimum Salary: $18.83 Hourly
*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:
This position's primary duty includes developing and teaching programs related to fishing and aquatic education. The intern will also develop and lead other programs related to archery, hunting, and outdoor skills classes under the supervision of one of the campus programming coordinators. The intern will be allowed to create new programs with opportunities to help recruit, retain, and reactivate sportsmen and women. Experience with fishing is preferred but not required; training is provided. This intern will also be responsible for completing any assigned tasks related to class preparation, coordination, development, and general maintenance both indoors and outdoors of the campus. Fall internship runs from Aug-Dec. Fall interns are encouraged to work 20+ hours and up to 40 as schedules allow.
Experience in the outdoors and superior organization skills are preferred.
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=4AS
*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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