Sharks Intern - Fall 2026

Job Description

Sharks Internship- Fall 2026
Location: New York Aquarium
Department: Animal
Duration & Schedule: Fall - September - December

Current students 5 days/week: 10 or 12-week program4 days/week: 10, 12, or 15-week program3 days/week: 15 or 20-week program

Non-students (including recent graduates)4 or 5 days/week: 10-week program

Stipend: $1,300-$2,000 total stipend (varies depending on schedule) to be paid as one lump sum upon completion of the position, less applicable taxes. 
Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis but must be received by August 1, 2026. Candidates are encouraged to apply early.

Overview: 
The New York Aquarium Shark Internship is an in depth program for future animal care professionals that focuses on the essential skills and knowledge necessary to enter the competitive field of aquatic animal hu...