Marine Biology Intern

The Lovett School • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

The Marine Biology Intern maintains and cares for marine biology facilities, aquariums, equipment, and animals. Duties include checking aquarium temperature, salinity, and pH; cleaning tanks and aquarium glass; changing water and sifting sand; maintaining aquarium equipment; testing water chemistry; and performing basic cleaning of the lab and lab equipment. The intern also cares for aquarium animals, including fish, corals, and other invertebrates, through daily feeding—sometimes twice daily—and must be able to recognize appropriate habitats for the animals.

The role is temporary and may be scheduled any day of the week, with summer and holiday hours. The intern reports to the Director of the Marine Biology Program.

Requirements

• Must be in or have taken the Lovett marine biology class.
• Solid understanding of saltwater and freshwater aquarium maintenance.
• Superior communication skills for communicating with the supervisor, coworkers, and other Lovett staff.
• Outstanding organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and follow-up.
• Ability to be flexible, resourceful, and work on a variety of projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work with other people.
• Superior employee service skills, including listening well and responding sympathetically to student or parent concerns.
• Flexibility with work schedule and hours during the workday and week.
• At least 16 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Maintain aquarium tanks, including checking temperature, salinity, and pH.
• Clean aquarium tanks, including the glass inside and outside of the water.
• Change water and sift sand.
• Clean and maintain aquarium equipment.
• Test water chemistry weekly and monthly.
• Perform basic cleaning of the lab and lab equipment.
• Care for aquarium animals, including fish, corals, and other invertebrates.
• Feed animals daily, sometimes twice daily.
• Recognize appropriate habitats for the animals.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed