*Hours subject to change. He was 15 years old. Long Beach, CA 90802 When you volunteer at the National Aquarium, you support our mission to inspire conservation of the world's aquatic treasures, making a positive impact on the animals in our care and over 1.3 million annual guests. Are there internship opportunities available for high school students, recent college graduates, graduate students or international students? I'm a novice diver (sub 50 dives but 6 more in the next 3 days!) Seriously. WebFor special needs questions, call (303) 789-2450. After training, they are able to confidently share the science and wonder of Aquarium animals and their habitats. Dive into our Shipwreck exhibit with 5 different species of sharks and hundreds of fish in our new shark cage! 
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Successful completion of assigned training modules, Established comfort level working with large, wild animals, Ability and willingness to enthusiastically and patiently interact with members of the public in the field, Ability to follow established rules, safety procedures and assigned tasks, Availability to commit to a full year of volunteer service, Availability to volunteer for a minimum of 2-3 two-hour shifts per month, A basic knowledge of animal husbandry and record keeping, Previous animal care experience or related academic background (desirable), Established comfort level working in and around water, including the ability to swim, Ability to climb in and out of a pool in chest waders without assistance, Ability to lift and carry 25 pounds up and down stairs, Successful completion of online training modules and corresponding quizzes, Commitment to one four-hour volunteer shift (9 am1 pm) per week for at least one year, Established comfort level working with large wild animals, Ability to climb in and out of elevated enclosures without assistance, Commitment to one three-and-a-half-hour volunteer shift per week for at least one year, Ability to perform in various weather conditions and terrains, including the ability to climb over sea wall structures and walk long distances, Ability and willingness to follow established rules, safety procedures and assigned tasks, A basic understanding of the theory and application of environmental enrichment, animal physiology, animal behavior and operant conditioning, Successful completion of online training modules and quizzes, Successful completion of three apprenticeship sessions and three four-hour general training sessions, Commitment to a minimum of one four-hour volunteer shift every week for at least one year, Established comfort level around deep water including the ability to swim, Established comfort level working with and around large animals, Ability to follow schedules and maintain enrichment record spreadsheets and calendars, Ability to patiently and enthusiastically interact with Aquarium guests, Commitment to a minimum of one two-to-four hour volunteer shift every week for at least one year, Established comfort level working around large animals, Established comfortable in a small, enclosed space and the ability to climb up and down a six-foot ladder, Ability to lift and carry 25 or more pounds, Ability to keep and maintain records and logs on a hand-held device, Academic background or practical experience working with cetaceans or other marine or terrestrial mammals (preferred), Successful completion of online training modules and quizzes, three apprenticeship sessions and three four-hour general training sessions, Commitment to at least one eight-hour volunteer shift per week for at least one year, Ability to prepare feed buckets, including counting, checking and thawing fish, and icing and transporting buckets poolside, Ability to assist in the cleaning and maintenance of exhibit and back-up areas, Previous animal care experience, especially with birds and/or reptiles (preferred), Established comfort working around large birds and reptiles, Commitment to at least one three- or four-hour volunteer shift per week for a minimum of one year, Successful completion of volunteer training program, orientation and ongoing on-the-job training, Previous fish and invertebrate animal care experience or related academic background (required), Successful completion of all training classes and a written exam, Commitment to one or more four-hour shifts (8 am12 pm) at least every-other week for a minimum of one year, Ability to lift and carry at least 35 pounds, Ability to climb ladders and work on top of exhibit tanks, Basic knowledge of bird nutrition and physiology (required), A willingness to learn how to identify individual species and assess nutritional needs, Commitment to one or more four-hour shifts (7:3011:30 am) at least every-other week for a minimum of one year, Ability to follow recipes and handle bugs, Ability to lift and carry 35 or more pounds, Established comfort level in a hot, humid environment, A basic knowledge of the care of reptiles and amphibians (preferred), Ability and willingness to work with small, delicate frogs and live food, Enthusiasm for caring for and learning about reptiles and amphibians. To order tickets, please contact our Education Sales Coordinator (303) 561-4444 or email at, Boy Scouts - Reptile and Amphibian Merit Badge. WebGreat Smoky Mountains National Park Parkwide Litter Patrol Volunteer Hosted By Morgan Duke Conservation Society. By applying classroom knowledge, interns obtain valuable job experience and establish professional contacts. Opportunities for advancement will allow interested volunteers to assist with medical procedures, necropsies, animal transports and, potentially, animal releases. I know some (all?) By clicking "Accept All Cookies", closing this banner, scrolling this page, clicking a link or continuing to browse otherwise, you agree to the use of cookies. Under the Sea Shows. If you have questions, please contact the National Aquarium volunteer office at volunteer@aqua.org or 410-576-3886. However, many interns make use of the many short-term housing options available in the area. Volunteers do not login at this location. My understanding is that the Denver aquarium requires a rescue dive cert as well as I think 50 dives. Animal Rescue stranding response volunteers assist with the National Aquarium's regional field response to emergency events involving live marine mammals and sea turtles. 1998-2023 VolunteerMatch. Volunteers assist throughout the Aquarium, the ACRC and in natural habitats with enthusiasm and dedication. //
WebAny Time. Successful completion of assigned training modules, Established comfort level working with large, wild animals, Ability and willingness to enthusiastically and patiently interact with members of the public in the field, Ability to follow established rules, safety procedures and assigned tasks, Availability to commit to a full year of volunteer service, Availability to volunteer for a minimum of 2-3 two-hour shifts per month, A basic knowledge of animal husbandry and record keeping, Previous animal care experience or related academic background (desirable), Established comfort level working in and around water, including the ability to swim, Ability to climb in and out of a pool in chest waders without assistance, Ability to lift and carry 25 pounds up and down stairs, Successful completion of online training modules and corresponding quizzes, Commitment to one four-hour volunteer shift (9 am1 pm) per week for at least one year, Established comfort level working with large wild animals, Ability to climb in and out of elevated enclosures without assistance, Commitment to one three-and-a-half-hour volunteer shift per week for at least one year, Ability to perform in various weather conditions and terrains, including the ability to climb over sea wall structures and walk long distances, Ability and willingness to follow established rules, safety procedures and assigned tasks, A basic understanding of the theory and application of environmental enrichment, animal physiology, animal behavior and operant conditioning, Successful completion of online training modules and quizzes, Successful completion of three apprenticeship sessions and three four-hour general training sessions, Commitment to a minimum of one four-hour volunteer shift every week for at least one year, Established comfort level around deep water including the ability to swim, Established comfort level working with and around large animals, Ability to follow schedules and maintain enrichment record spreadsheets and calendars, Ability to patiently and enthusiastically interact with Aquarium guests, Commitment to a minimum of one two-to-four hour volunteer shift every week for at least one year, Established comfort level working around large animals, Established comfortable in a small, enclosed space and the ability to climb up and down a six-foot ladder, Ability to lift and carry 25 or more pounds, Ability to keep and maintain records and logs on a hand-held device, Academic background or practical experience working with cetaceans or other marine or terrestrial mammals (preferred), Successful completion of online training modules and quizzes, three apprenticeship sessions and three four-hour general training sessions, Commitment to at least one eight-hour volunteer shift per week for at least one year, Ability to prepare feed buckets, including counting, checking and thawing fish, and icing and transporting buckets poolside, Ability to assist in the cleaning and maintenance of exhibit and back-up areas, Previous animal care experience, especially with birds and/or reptiles (preferred), Established comfort working around large birds and reptiles, Commitment to at least one three- or four-hour volunteer shift per week for a minimum of one year, Successful completion of volunteer training program, orientation and ongoing on-the-job training, Previous fish and invertebrate animal care experience or related academic background (required), Successful completion of all training classes and a written exam, Commitment to one or more four-hour shifts (8 am12 pm) at least every-other week for a minimum of one year, Ability to lift and carry at least 35 pounds, Ability to climb ladders and work on top of exhibit tanks, Basic knowledge of bird nutrition and physiology (required), A willingness to learn how to identify individual species and assess nutritional needs, Commitment to one or more four-hour shifts (7:3011:30 am) at least every-other week for a minimum of one year, Ability to follow recipes and handle bugs, Ability to lift and carry 35 or more pounds, Established comfort level in a hot, humid environment, A basic knowledge of the care of reptiles and amphibians (preferred), Ability and willingness to work with small, delicate frogs and live food, Enthusiasm for caring for and learning about reptiles and amphibians. To order tickets, please contact our Education Sales Coordinator (303) 561-4444 or email at, Boy Scouts - Reptile and Amphibian Merit Badge. WebGreat Smoky Mountains National Park Parkwide Litter Patrol Volunteer Hosted By Morgan Duke Conservation Society. By applying classroom knowledge, interns obtain valuable job experience and establish professional contacts. Opportunities for advancement will allow interested volunteers to assist with medical procedures, necropsies, animal transports and, potentially, animal releases. I know some (all?) By clicking "Accept All Cookies", closing this banner, scrolling this page, clicking a link or continuing to browse otherwise, you agree to the use of cookies. Under the Sea Shows. If you have questions, please contact the National Aquarium volunteer office at volunteer@aqua.org or 410-576-3886. However, many interns make use of the many short-term housing options available in the area. Volunteers do not login at this location. My understanding is that the Denver aquarium requires a rescue dive cert as well as I think 50 dives. Animal Rescue stranding response volunteers assist with the National Aquarium's regional field response to emergency events involving live marine mammals and sea turtles. 1998-2023 VolunteerMatch. Volunteers assist throughout the Aquarium, the ACRC and in natural habitats with enthusiasm and dedication. //