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Tennessee Aquarium

Aquarist Fellowship

Chattanooga, TN · On-site

$16/hr

Thank you for your interest in an Aquarist fellowship at the Tennessee Aquarium in Chattanooga ... Able to commit to the full internship of 120 hours during the Fall 2026 semester * Able to climb ...

The Maritime Aquarium

Aquarist I - Jellies

Norwalk, CT · On-site

$21.13/hr

Provide shadowing opportunities for aquarists, interns, and volunteers in routine animal care, safety procedures, and aquarium operation as needed * Participates in collecting trips, animal ...

Maymont Foundation

Lead Aquarist

Richmond, VA · On-site

$20/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

LEAD AQUARIST Maymont is a 100-acre historic estate and park, located in Richmond, Virginia, with ... Will be responsible for training and supervising interns and volunteers. * Will be responsible for ...

Maymont Foundation

Lead Aquarist

Richmond, VA · On-site

$43K - $56K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

LEAD AQUARIST Maymont is a 100-acre historic estate and park, located in Richmond, Virginia, with ... Will be responsible for training and supervising interns and volunteers. * Will be responsible for ...

ODYSEA AQUARIUM LLC

Aquarist Intern

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$17.75 - $23.50/hr

Interns will work alongside OdySea Aquarium Aquarists in a supportive and supervised role with the opportunity to work with a large collection of elasmobranchs (sharks and rays), freshwater and ...

Maymont Foundation

Lead Aquarist

Richmond, VA · On-site

$20/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

The Lead Aquarist will lead the care for fish and other taxa in the Nature Center, maintains health ... Will be responsible for training and supervising interns and volunteers. Will be responsible for ...

Mecklenburg County

Senior Aquarist

Huntersville, NC · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Sr Aquarist will be responsible for managing two large freshwater aquariums and invertebrate ... Mentor assigned departmental staff, volunteers or interns. * Ensure all husbandry areas are kept ...

Marriott

Aquarist I - On Call

Longboat Key, FL · On-site

Background in fresh and saltwater aquariums/zoos outside of internships through school. Customer Service or hospitality experience. Dive Experience. License or Certifications: CPR Certification First ...

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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship aquarist in the United States is $15.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.50 and $17.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Internship Aquarist vs Aquarist?

AspectInternship AquaristAquarist
CredentialsTypically pursuing or recent graduate of marine biology, zoology, or related fieldRelevant certifications (e.g., SCUBA, animal husbandry), experience preferred
Work EnvironmentEntry-level, training-focused, often temporary or seasonalFull-time, permanent, hands-on animal care in aquariums or zoos
Employer & IndustryZoos, aquariums, marine parks, educational institutionsSimilar settings, with more responsibility and independence

In summary, an Internship Aquarist is a training position designed for gaining experience, while an Aquarist is a full-time professional responsible for daily animal care and maintenance. The internship offers learning opportunities, whereas the aquarist role involves more hands-on work and responsibility.

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Infographic showing various Internship Aquarist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 10% Internship, 56% Full Time, 32% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 77% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 21% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,333 per year, or $15.5 per hour.

Aquarist Fellowship

Tennessee Aquarium

Chattanooga, TN • On-site

$16/hr

Part-time

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Thank you for your interest in an Aquarist fellowship at the Tennessee Aquarium in Chattanooga, Tennessee! The Aquarium hopes this experience will help guide and empower conservation-minded students to develop solutions to complex conservation challenges in our communities while gaining valuable hands-on work experience. Our history of giving high-potential students the opportunity to work at our Aquarium has shown that such professional experience opens new career options for students from all walks of life.
Aquarist Section Fellows are exposed to multiple biology-related positions working within the Tennessee Aquarium's Husbandry Department. This hands-on opportunity offers an understanding of both saltwater and freshwater conservation, animal life support systems, caring for fish and aquatic invertebrates in closed aquatic environments, and keeping exhibits interesting and engaging for our visiting guests.
Key Responsibilities
  • Performs animal husbandry duties which may include cleaning exhibits, preparing food, feeding animals, maintaining exhibits, monitoring animal behavior, and learning appropriate quarantine and disease prevention protocols
  • Provides exemplary interpretation and assistance in programs
  • Maintains appropriate logs and records
  • Interacts with staff, volunteers, and public in a professional and ethical manner

Qualifications
  • College student with science or animal related major
  • Able to commit to the full internship of 120 hours during the Fall 2026 semester
  • Able to climb ladders, lift and carry 65 lbs., handle aquatic animals with or without reasonable accommodations
  • Provide a letter of reference from an advisor, faculty member, or previous employer
  • Provide a college transcript with a minimum GPA of 2.5
  • Preference is given to students seeking internships for college credit or that are affiliated with an active research project

Hourly ($16.00/hour); Weekly hour requirements may vary based on duties, can work up to 120 hours total from date of hire; Fellowships are offered by semester (Fall, September - December)
Candidates are asked to submit an online application, resume, cover letter, CV, and unofficial transcript, at https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/TEN1003TNAQ/JobBoard/12ee8ae7-931c-4fa4-a24a-ff683f36b8c3/?q=&o=postedDateDesc.
Submissions due by August 28, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST.
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