The John G. Shedd Aquarium internship program is designed to allow you to learn from the professionals, in a variety of areas throughout the aquarium. Whether you’re interested in assisting with animal care, marketing initiatives, education, administration, or other areas, Shedd gives you meaningful, practical, hands-on experience to equip you with the knowledge and skill you will need to pursue your professional goals.

Who may apply:

• Undergraduate students (at least 1-year of college-level study)
• Recent college graduates
• Graduate students

Internship duration:

• Typically 12-week sessions: summer, spring and fall
• Part-time and full-time hours
• Duration and hours vary with departments

Possible internship opportunities include:

• Accounting
• Administration
• Animal Health
• Audience Research
• Conservation
• Development and Membership
• Facilities
• Finance and Accounting
• Fishes
• Floor Programs
• Guest Service
• Horticulture
• Human Resources
• Library
• Marine Mammals
• Planning and Design
• Public Relations
• Strategy and New Enterprise
• Veterinary Services
• Water Quality