Job Description:

The Marine Discovery Center is a non-profit education facility located in beautiful New Smyrna Beach on the East Coast of Florida.  Our mission is “to protect and restore Florida’s coastal and Indian River Lagoon ecosystems through education, research and community stewardship.” This position will assist in maintaining and enhancing all aquaria and exhibits. In addition, this position will assist in the delivery of marine science education programs in classroom and outdoor settings. 

Assistant Aquarist duties include helping with the general husbandry of the live animals in our exhibits. Assistant aquarist will help with monitoring and maintaining all of the equipment that is associated with the live animal exhibits.  Assistant Educator duties include working with K-12 students to deliver marine science based, hands-on, feet-wet programs in a safe environment while encouraging active learning by students.

How to Apply:

You must submit the following documents to be considered for the position:

1) Cover letter describing your personal and academic goals for this internship
2) Resume
3) Internship Application
4) College/university transcript (unofficial is acceptable)
5) References (minimum of two)

All documents must be submitted to Charity Jackson, Education Specialist/Aquarist at the Marine Discovery Center at charity@marinediscoverycenter.org