College Internship

As part of the South Carolina Aquarium's commitment to our mission, we will serve as an educational organization that provides various opportunities for students to engage in meaningful hands-on learning. This practical learning will give students the chance to experience and test career opportunities and job responsibilities. The following internships are currently available with the South Carolina Aquarium. Position Descriptions


Becoming an Aquarium College Intern

Intern at the Touch Tank

Send Us your Cover Letter and Resume

Mail to:
South Carolina Aquarium
Attn: Volunteer Services
100 Aquarium Wharf
Charleston, SC 29401
or volunteer@scaquarium.org

Job Descriptions

Learn about the various jobsHusbandry Intern interns hold and how that position might fit in with your career plans.
Position Descriptions

Interviews

InterviewsAfter our review, we will contact you to schedule either a phone or in-person interview.

Scheduling

We will contact you for a phone interview and to discuss a schedule for you.

Moving Forward: Internship Placement

Our interns have moved on to jobs with the follownig employers:
  • Charleston Maritime Foundation
  • N.O.A.A. (Alaska and South Carolina)
  • Shedd Aquarium
  • South Carolina Aquarium
  • U.S Fish and Wildlife Services (Colorado)

Testimonials

“This is a great experience for me, this whole intern job, because it lets me explore and face issues that I wouldn’t by myself and I am thankful for this opportunity."
- Clarissia Collins

“I liked this class because not only did we learn a lot of things about animals and each other, we had fun doing it.”
- Demetria Wright

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