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The Living Planet Aquarium

Life Support Tech I

Draper, UT · On-site

$20/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Loveland Living Planet Aquarium (LLPA) is a mission-driven institution dedicated to inspiring ... Free and discounted animal encounters * Pet insurance and discounts * Footwear discounts

The Maritime Aquarium

Aquarist I - Jellies

Norwalk, CT · On-site

$21.13/hr

... planet. For 38 years, the Aquarium has played a significant role in shaping the landscape of ... Provide shadowing opportunities for aquarists, interns, and volunteers in routine animal care ...

Ceva Santé Animale

Maintenance Technician I

Lenexa, KS · On-site

... Animal Health" vision emphasizes that the health and wellbeing of people, animals and our planet ... Internship or hands-on training in a technical field is beneficial. Other: • Ability to read ...

Audubon

Senior Associate, Community Building

Columbus, OH · On-site

$27.50 - $28.50/hr

Birds are powerful indicators of our planet's health, acting as sentinels that warn us of ... Coordinate interns, externs, student capstone projects, episodic and long-term volunteers, lead ...

Kemin

Associate Scientist - Food Science

Des Moines, IA · On-site

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... planet. We create solutions that strengthen health and wellbeing, provide nutrition and immune ... We supply over 500 specialty ingredients for various industries, including human and animal health ...

Kemin

Associate Scientist - Food Science

Des Moines, IA · On-site

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... planet. We create solutions that strengthen health and wellbeing, provide nutrition and immune ... We supply over 500 specialty ingredients for various industries, including human and animal health ...

Kemin

Associate Scientist - Food Chemistry

Des Moines, IA · On-site

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... planet. We create solutions that strengthen health and wellbeing, provide nutrition and immune ... We supply over 500 specialty ingredients for various industries, including human and animal health ...

Friends of the Earth

Food Policy Intern

Washington, DC · On-site

$19.50/hr

... planet and its people. We're part of Friends of the Earth International, the world's largest ... Our campaigns work to reduce consumption of industrial animal foods; grow the market and policy ...

Audubon

Seasonal Habitat Technician

Denton, NE · On-site

$21/hr

Birds are powerful indicators of our planet's health, acting as sentinels that warn us of ... Collaborate with staff, interns, students, and volunteers. * Collaborate with Audubon colleagues to ...

Smithfield Foods

Production Intern OSU

Tarboro, NC

$16/hr

... planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four ... Our internships are typically 10 weeks. * Hourly Competitive Starting Pay - $16.00/hour Core ...

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How much do internship animal planet jobs pay per month?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average monthly pay for internship animal planet in the United States is $5,290.17, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $3,000.00 and $7,500.00 per month, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an internship at Animal Planet?

An Internship at Animal Planet is a temporary, hands-on learning opportunity for students or recent graduates interested in the fields of media, wildlife, and conservation. Interns typically work alongside professionals in areas such as production, marketing, research, or communications, gaining valuable experience in television and wildlife education. These internships offer a chance to work on real projects, expand professional networks, and develop skills relevant to careers in media and animal-related industries. Most positions are based at Animal Planet’s parent company, Warner Bros. Discovery, and may be either remote or onsite depending on the role.

What kinds of projects or tasks can I expect to work on during an Animal Planet internship?

As an intern at Animal Planet, you can expect to support a variety of projects, such as assisting with research for upcoming programs, helping manage social media content, and collaborating with production teams during shoots. Interns often gain hands-on experience in content creation, administrative support, and event planning. You'll have opportunities to work with professionals from different departments, learn about the television and wildlife media industry, and contribute ideas in a fast-paced, creative environment. This exposure can be invaluable for building relevant skills and expanding your professional network.

What is the difference between Internship Animal Planet vs Animal Care Intern?

AspectInternship Animal PlanetAnimal Care Intern
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles prefer related courseworkHigh school diploma; coursework in biology or animal science beneficial
Work EnvironmentMedia production settings, zoos, aquariums, or wildlife reservesAnimal shelters, zoos, veterinary clinics, or wildlife centers
Employer & IndustryMedia companies, wildlife organizations, zoos, aquariumsAnimal welfare organizations, zoos, veterinary clinics
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Internship Animal Planet typically involves media production, storytelling, and wildlife education, often in collaboration with media outlets or zoos. Animal Care Intern focuses on hands-on animal handling, welfare, and habitat maintenance. While both roles support animal-related work, Internship Animal Planet emphasizes media and education, whereas Animal Care Interns are more involved in direct animal care and husbandry.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Animal Planet intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Animal Planet intern, you typically need a background in media, communications, or animal sciences, along with strong research and organizational abilities. Familiarity with video editing software, social media platforms, and content management systems is often required. Creativity, adaptability, and strong teamwork skills help interns contribute effectively to content creation and project support. These competencies are crucial for producing engaging content, supporting broadcast operations, and gaining valuable industry experience.
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Infographic showing various Internship Animal Planet job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 12% Internship, 63% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $63,482 per year, or $30.5 per hour.

Ambassador Animal Keeper I - Temporary

The Living Planet Aquarium

Draper, UT • On-site

$17/hr

Full-time, Temporary

Posted 3 days ago

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Position: Ambassador Animals Keeper I - Temporary

Reports To: Curator of Ambassador Animal Programs

Salary starting at: $17.00/hr


Why Utah?

Utah is home to five national parks, world-class skiing and snowboarding, hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails, and stunning deserts, mountains, and lakes, all within easy driving distance. Outdoor adventure is part of everyday life. The Salt Lake Valley consistently ranks high for safety, clean communities, short commute times, and family-friendly amenities. Draper offers a balance of suburban comfort and urban access, with downtown Salt Lake City just 15 minutes away. Enjoy all four seasons without extremes—sunny summers, colorful falls, snowy winters, and mild springs, perfect for both outdoor recreation and city living. Utah’s communities are known for being engaged, supportive, and service-oriented, making it easy for newcomers to feel at home.

About Loveland Living Planet Aquarium:

Loveland Living Planet Aquarium (LLPA) is a mission-driven institution dedicated to inspiring people to explore, discover, and learn about Earth’s diverse ecosystems. Founded in 1997, the Aquarium provides impactful educational experiences for guests of all ages and backgrounds.

Since opening its Draper, Utah facility in 2014, LLPA has welcomed more than 10 million visitors and delivered over 650,000 educational experiences to students. Home to over 4,000 animals representing 650 species, the Aquarium features immersive habitats from around the world, including coral reefs, kelp forests, the deep ocean, Antarctic waters, tropical rainforests, Asian cloud forests, and Utah’s freshwater ecosystems.

Accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) since 2019, LLPA is in an exciting phase of growth. With the opening of the Sam and Aline Skaggs Science Learning Center, the Aquarium became the largest in the Mountain West and the fifth largest aquarium in the continental United States, offering expanded opportunities for education, research, and professional impact.

Position Summary:

This position is for an entry level keeper responsible for the care and wellbeing of the Aquarium’s Education and Ambassador animal collections. This consists of a diverse array of species including raptors and other birds, small mammals, herptiles, and invertebrates. Areas of focus include animal care, training animals for guest presentations and shows, directly presenting animals to guests, and teaching Education team members effective animal handling skills.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Cleaning and maintenance of equipment, supplies, animal habitats, and support spaces associated with the Education and Ambassador animal collections.
  • Monitoring and maintaining appropriate environmental parameters for the Education and Ambassador animal collection.
  • Providing high level animal care and nutrition to all animals within the Education and Ambassador animal collection.
  • Monitoring and assisting in responding to signs of illness/injury, stress, or other factors that may impact animal health and wellbeing.
  • Maintaining all necessary records and reviewing those records regularly in support of ensuring excellent animal care.
  • Responsible for supporting institutional and industry best practice standards and procedures.
  • Supporting excellent animal wellbeing through providing enriching environments interactions and behaviors supporting animal health
  • Utilizing training best practices to develop and maintain behaviors within the Education and Ambassador animal collections for situations including presentation to guests, off-site travel, and animal shows with free-flight birds.
  • Working closely with the Education Team to train and maintain best practice animal handling behaviors in support of the Aquarium’s mission to inspire.
  • Participating directly in animal presentations and shows as part of an expanding Ambassador program.

Experience and Qualifications:

  • Two or four-year degree in zoological or biological sciences. Candidates with a suitable combined equivalent of education and hands-on experience will be considered.
  • Minimum 6 months of internship or paid experience in an area of animal care at a zoological facility.
  • Candidates with prior experience working in one of the following fields will be viewed favorably: reptile and amphibian husbandry, animal behavior, ambassador animals, falconry or other raptor experience.


Critical Competencies:

  • Demonstrated knowledge of and experience working with birds, herptiles, or small mammals.
  • Good interpersonal verbal and written communication skills, and ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
  • Maintaining a consistent professional attitude, high motivation, and ability to accept feedback.
  • Interest in developing good time management practices, new skills, and demonstrated desire for growth.
  • Knowledge of ZIMS software is a plus.


Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

  • Valid Utah driver’s license or ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire.
  • Must possess current, negative TB test results or obtain prior to start date.


Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

  • Outdoor and indoor environments in varying weather conditions including: elevated platforms, aquarium habitats, uneven surfaces, enclosed spaces, underwater environments, noisy workspaces.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs, ability to swim, ability to stand for long periods of time, ability to walk up and down ladders, ability to work with various cleaning chemicals, ability to operate power tools or heavy machinery, ability to drive aquarium vehicles.


The Living Planet Aquarium is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or military status. The Living Planet Aquarium is committed to ensuring individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application and interview process. Should you require accommodations, please contact accommodation@livingplanetaquarium.org.