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Summer Teen Internships (New England Aquarium)
Research & internship · New England AquariumTeens 14 and older take on paid roles at the Aquarium, including work with animals in exhibits like the Giant Ocean Tank, gaining hands-on marine science and conservation experience over the summer. The program includes one week of training followed by six weeks of work, plus a weekly professional-development course and an ocean-advocacy course. Exact stipend amounts aren't published; internships are primarily open to Boston and Cambridge residents.
Who can apply
GradesGrades 9–12
Min GPA—
ScopeState
StatesMA
FieldsMarine Biology · Animal Care · Conservation
EligibilityAges 14 and older; internships are primarily open to Boston and Cambridge, MA residents.
Logistics
Cost to youFree; paid
Financial aidNot listed
StipendPaid
FormatCommuter
Length1 week training + 6 weeks work in summer (exact dates not published)
WhereBoston, MA
Applying
OpensReopens March 2027
DueNot yet posted (2026 cycle closed; reopens March 2027 for summer 2027)
You submitApply online each spring; portal reopens in March. Contact teens@neaq.org with questions.