Georgia Aquarium Jobs Hiring Now
Georgia Aquarium is hiring for 14 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in data analytics and business operations. Migrate Mate updates Georgia Aquarium's live openings daily. Georgia Aquarium is a large public aquarium in Atlanta offering animal care, marine science, conservation, dive operations, hospitality, and event services programs.
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Georgia Aquarium hiring data on Migrate Mate, as of July 16, 2026.
- Open jobs
- 14
- Top team
- Data Analytics
- Seniority
- Across all levels
- Work type
- 0% remote or hybrid
- Top location
- Atlanta
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Position Title: Mammals and Birds Intern– Fall 2026
Department: Animal Training: Mammals and Birds - 3230
Classification: Non-Exempt
Employee Type: INT - Intern
Direct Report: Manager, Animal Training (Mammals and Birds)
Position Summary:
This program offers interns hands-on animal training experience with the Mammals & Birds team. Interns are exposed to animal care and training activities with either Beluga whales, Harbor Seals, and Asian Small-Clawed Otters, Binturongs, Sea Otters, African penguins, and Alcids. Interns work directly with trainers to support the daily care of the collection and learn basic operant conditioning principles. Interns will be paired with a mentor and guided through several training seminars and workshops to gain insight into operant conditioning techniques and how they are used in Georgia Aquarium’s Mammals & Birds program. This internship will give individuals the opportunity to gain valuable applied experience and make connections in professional fields.
Responsibilities:
- Work alongside trainers and assist with animal diet preparation, behavioral observations, environmental enrichment, and habitat cleaning.
- Play supporting roles in animal training and husbandry sessions.
- Develop skills such as: diet preparation; water sampling; commissary clean-up; habitat and husbandry area maintenance; behavioral observations; environmental enrichment; data recording and data entry; assisting team with animal training, handling, and medical procedures; and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- This internship involves substantial physical labor, and therefore interns must be able to climb stairs and ladders and should be capable of lifting at least 50lbs.
- Interns must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
- This internship requires a regular weekly schedule and may include weekends and holidays. This internship requires 40 hours per week for twelve weeks.
- Must have an interest or major in animal science, biology, marine biology, psychology, or related field.
- Must have a high school diploma or GED.
- Previous animal care experience is not necessary.
- This is an experience-based, paid internship.
- Application Requirement: The internship application will require a resume and cover letter. Please submit as a PDF with a file name that indicates your name and the internship for which you are applying. Example: John_Smith_Internship_Resume.
Important Dates for Fall 2026 Semester:
Application Deadline: Friday, July 17th. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and may close before the official deadline.
Mandatory Fall 2026 Orientation: Thursday, October 1st, 2026.
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and work around saltwater. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Commitment:
I commit to Georgia Aquarium, Inc. to be a part of the following:
Mission: Georgia Aquarium is a nonprofit committed to inspiring awareness and preservation of our ocean and Aquatic animals worldwide.
Vision: To be the Premier Aquarium in the World for Science, Entertainment, Education and Conservation.
Values: Respect, Teamwork, Integrity, Innovation, Leadership, Excellence, Appreciation & Inclusion
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Position Title: Mammals and Birds Intern– Fall 2026
Department: Animal Training: Mammals and Birds - 3230
Classification: Non-Exempt
Employee Type: INT - Intern
Direct Report: Manager, Animal Training (Mammals and Birds)
Position Summary:
This program offers interns hands-on animal training experience with the Mammals & Birds team. Interns are exposed to animal care and training activities with either Beluga whales, Harbor Seals, and Asian Small-Clawed Otters, Binturongs, Sea Otters, African penguins, and Alcids. Interns work directly with trainers to support the daily care of the collection and learn basic operant conditioning principles. Interns will be paired with a mentor and guided through several training seminars and workshops to gain insight into operant conditioning techniques and how they are used in Georgia Aquarium’s Mammals & Birds program. This internship will give individuals the opportunity to gain valuable applied experience and make connections in professional fields.
Responsibilities:
- Work alongside trainers and assist with animal diet preparation, behavioral observations, environmental enrichment, and habitat cleaning.
- Play supporting roles in animal training and husbandry sessions.
- Develop skills such as: diet preparation; water sampling; commissary clean-up; habitat and husbandry area maintenance; behavioral observations; environmental enrichment; data recording and data entry; assisting team with animal training, handling, and medical procedures; and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- This internship involves substantial physical labor, and therefore interns must be able to climb stairs and ladders and should be capable of lifting at least 50lbs.
- Interns must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
- This internship requires a regular weekly schedule and may include weekends and holidays. This internship requires 40 hours per week for twelve weeks.
- Must have an interest or major in animal science, biology, marine biology, psychology, or related field.
- Must have a high school diploma or GED.
- Previous animal care experience is not necessary.
- This is an experience-based, paid internship.
- Application Requirement: The internship application will require a resume and cover letter. Please submit as a PDF with a file name that indicates your name and the internship for which you are applying. Example: John_Smith_Internship_Resume.
Important Dates for Fall 2026 Semester:
Application Deadline: Friday, July 17th. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and may close before the official deadline.
Mandatory Fall 2026 Orientation: Thursday, October 1st, 2026.
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and work around saltwater. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Commitment:
I commit to Georgia Aquarium, Inc. to be a part of the following:
Mission: Georgia Aquarium is a nonprofit committed to inspiring awareness and preservation of our ocean and Aquatic animals worldwide.
Vision: To be the Premier Aquarium in the World for Science, Entertainment, Education and Conservation.
Values: Respect, Teamwork, Integrity, Innovation, Leadership, Excellence, Appreciation & Inclusion
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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Georgia Aquarium's 14 open roles are across all levels, and about 0% are remote or hybrid. The most active teams are data analytics, business operations, and account management. Georgia Aquarium is a large public aquarium offering marine animal care, aquatic science and sustainability programs, veterinary services, dive operations, group and event sales, and environmental health work. Most Georgia Aquarium roles are based in Atlanta.
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How many jobs is Georgia Aquarium hiring for right now?
Georgia Aquarium is hiring for 14 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, updated daily, concentrated in data analytics and business operations. Openings span animal care, aquatic science, veterinary support, dive operations, event sales, environmental health, and human resources, with both internship and full-time positions available.
What kinds of roles does Georgia Aquarium hire for?
The most active teams are data analytics, business operations, and account management. Georgia Aquarium posts roles across marine animal care, aquatic sustainability, veterinary support, dive operations, event and group sales coordination, environmental health, and human resources. Internship positions covering areas like fish and invertebrates, dolphin care, and dive operations are also regularly available. Most postings are across all levels.
Are Georgia Aquarium jobs remote or in-person?
Mostly on-site. About 0% of Georgia Aquarium's open roles on Migrate Mate are remote or hybrid as of July 16, 2026, with the rest based in Atlanta. Each Georgia Aquarium listing shows its work location so you can filter before applying.
How do I apply to a job at Georgia Aquarium?
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Does Georgia Aquarium hire entry-level?
Most of Georgia Aquarium's open roles on Migrate Mate are across all levels as of July 16, 2026. Check individual Georgia Aquarium listings for stated experience requirements.
Where is Georgia Aquarium hiring?
Most Georgia Aquarium roles are based in Atlanta, and about 0% offer remote or hybrid work as of July 16, 2026. Migrate Mate shows the location on each listing.