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The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk · 2 weeks ago

Undergraduate Research Intern (Summer)

Norwalk, Connecticut

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$17/hr - $17/hr

Start in 2026 Spring

The Maritime Aquarium is dedicated to connecting people with Long Island Sound and the ocean. The Undergraduate Research Intern will support the Conservation department by conducting field research and assisting with programmatic work related to the health of Long Island Sound.

Museums & Institutions

Work & Life Balance

Responsibilities

Conduct field research, data collection, and laboratory processing of samples

Assist with preparation and organization of field supplies and equipment

Support Conservation staff on overall program implementation as needed

Qualification

Field data collectionCoastal ecologyBiologyEcologyIndependenceMulti-taskingCollaboration

Required

Must be a current undergraduate student studying biology, ecology, or a related field

Must be at least 18 years of age or older to apply

Must be able to provide their own transportation (by vehicle) to field sites, which can be up to 40 miles from The Maritime Aquarium

Must be comfortable working outside in all weather conditions, including on boats and in mud

Must be able to work collaboratively, work independently, and multi-task

Must be able to carry 35+ pounds over uneven terrain during field research

Must have access to a personal cellphone (for fieldwork or data communication) and a laptop or desktop computer

Preferred

Experience collecting field data preferred

Experience/interest in coastal ecology is a plus

Benefits

Reimbursement for miles driven from the Aquarium to field sites (in excess of a commute to The Maritime Aquarium) will be provided (based on the current IRS reimbursement rate)

Company

The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk

The mission of The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk is to ignite a connection to Long Island Sound and the ocean to enrich the lives of all people and inspire action to protect our blue planet.

Founded in 1988