The internship program at the Roundhouse Marine Studies Lab and Aquarium provides students with a unique opportunity to gain practical work experience in the field of marine biology.  Responsibilities of interns include:

 

·         Public Education: educate the public about various aquaria/exhibits.

·         Educational Program Assistance: assist marine educators during class fieldtrips and other educational programs, such as summer camp.

·         Aquarist Assistance: help with maintenance of the tanks and animals.

 

Interns gain knowledge about the ocean and its inhabitants; learn the proper maintenance of aquariums and marine animals; acquire a plethora teaching experience and obtain valuable insight and hands-on experience.

 

Requirements for the Roundhouse Internship

1)     Age Requirement:  minimum of 18 years of age

2)     Enrolled in a college or university

3)     Dedicate a minimum of 8-10 hours per week for one semester

4)     Proficient in writing and speaking the English language

5)     SCUBA certification an advantage, but not required

                              

Most internship positions are non-paid, but please ask the staff as we may have some paid positions available.

How to Apply

1)   Complete an intern application. Click here to download a copy.

2)   Attach a resume with at least two references.

3)   Attach a cover letter explaining your interest in the Roundhouse Aquarium Internship Program.

4)   Fax, mail or hand deliver all of the above to the Roundhouse Aquarium.

 

 

 

 

Roundhouse Summer Camp Educational Interns

 

Educational interns assist marine educators during summer camp sessions.

 

These educators will:

·        Work with campers ages 4-13

·        Assist in teaching marine biology and science to campers

·        Gain valuable public speaking skills and basic marine knowledge

·        Spend their summer days working indoors at the Roundhouse Aquarium and outdoors at the adjacent beach

·        Assist in the creation of games and activities for campers

·        Assist with basic set-up and take-down of camp 

 

Requirements to intern:

·        Minimum of 18 years of age

·        Enrolled in a college or university

·        Punctual, reliable and flexible

·        Has an interest in marine science and education

·        Experience as a strong swimmer, surfer and/or kayaker (not required)

·        CPR and lifeguard certified an advantage

 

Program Dates: Summer Camp runs from July 7^th- August 12^th (including two mandatory intern training sessions in June). Interns are required to work a minimum of 80 hours. This can be in combination with aquarist maintenance. 

 

Intern Schedules: Shifts will be pre-assigned based on your availability. The summer camp weeks include:

 

Roundhouse Summer Camp

(Campers ages 4-10)

Time: 8:30am-12:30pm

         July 18^th- 22^nd

         July 25^th-29^th 

         August 1^st-5^th

         August 8^th-12th

 

Wilderness Adventure Week (campers age 7-13)

Time: 8:30am-3:30pm

         July 7^th-15^th