Student Research Assistant, Pritzker Aquarium Husbandry, Lee EDAP 2026

The goal of this project is to gain hands-on experience in marine animal husbandry and science communication. The intern will work closely with our marine lab team to care for a diverse collection of marine species and contribute to developing educational materials (videos, posters, social media, presentations, etc.) that highlight our lab’s research and conservation efforts. 

Aquarium Husbandry - assist with daily care of marine animals, including feeding, cleaning, and monitoring tank systems. Conduct weekly water quality testing and observe animals.

Participate in the setup and maintenance of aquaria, life support systems, and exhibit spaces.

Outreach and development - collaborate with staff to create engaging outreach materials, assist in the development of public education programs, research and communicate complex scientific information in a way that is accessible to diverse audiences.

Students can receive course credit as an internship through the Office of Career and Engagement.

Other duties as assigned

• Previous experience with aquarium husbandry
• Knowledge of basic marine fish and invertebrate biology 

• Experience working in a marine lab through classes and/or research
• Desired but not required - scuba certified, experience with boating and trailering, experience engaging with the public, knowledge of local ecosystems or marine conservation issues, experience with graphic design, photography, video