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Are you a college student or recent graduate interested in pursuing a career in marine mammal training? Then come join us at Gulf World Marine Park for a unique and rewarding internship opportunity.

Our multi-species, training-based program allows you to spend time in all of our marine mammal departments. You will work with Bottlenose Dolphins, California Sea Lions and Harbor Seals on a regular basis. You will also spend time training Rough-Toothed Dolphins-as we are currently the only facility in the country that houses these animals in long-term human care.

In addition to gaining experience in husbandry, animal care and training, you will also sharpen your public speaking skills during guest shows and presentations. You will become an environmental educator and camp counselor during our public programs. And because Gulf World Marine Park is a Southeast Area Coordinator for the Marine Mammal Stranding Network, you will also become a part of our emergency response stranding team during animal emergencies. If you are interested in applying for a marine mammal internship position, please download an application and return it to us in one packet with your cover letter, resume (including at least two references), and two recommendation letters.

Please pay particular attention to our application deadlines. Due to the large volume of applications received, late applications will not be considered. Incomplete intern packets will also be ineligible for consideration. Thank you so much for your interest in our facility, and we look forward to hearing from you.

Internship Schedule:

  • Fall Term: September 2007-December 2007
    • Application Deadline: July 1, 2007
    • Notification of Recipient: August 2007
  • Winter Term: January 2008-March 2008
    • Application Deadline: November 1, 2007
    • Notification of Recipient: December 2007
  • Spring Term: March 2008-May 2008
    • Application Deadline: January 1, 2008
    • Notification of Recipient: February 2008
  • Summer Term: May 2008-August 2008
    • Application Deadline: March 1, 2008
    • Notification of Recipient: April 2008