We have a wide range of opportunities for volunteers who range from 18 years old and up.
Learn about each position and how to apply
Exhibit Interpreters are the primary source of animal and habitat exploration for our guests. They have a passion for the ocean and are excited to interact with guests. The position is critical to the success of our mission to instill a sense of wonder, respect and stewardship for the Pacific Ocean, its inhabitants, and ecosystems.
Evening volunteers are the primary source of animal and habitat exploration for our guests. They have a passion for the ocean and are excited to interact with guests. The position is critical to the success of our mission to instill a sense of wonder, respect and stewardship for the Pacific Ocean, its inhabitants, and ecosystems.
Assist the Aquarium of the Pacific’s Mammal and Bird collections by supporting paid husbandry staff by preparing food and feeding animals, cleaning and maintaining exhibits, and facilitating guest interactions. You will be providing the highest quality of animal care, while supporting the Aquarium of the Pacific’s mission.
Dive Volunteers at the Aquarium of the Pacific get up close and personal with the residents of the largest habitats.
This program is open to veterinary students completing their 3rd or 4th year of training in an accredited veterinary school.
See the Aquarium in a whole new light! Join the Special Event Volunteer team. You will discover new ocean animals, learn valuable public speaking skills, teamwork, and explore the different areas of the Aquarium of the Pacific!
Assist the Aquarium of the Pacific’s Amphibian collection by supporting paid husbandry staff by preparing food and feeding animals, cleaning and maintaining exhibits, and facilitating guest interactions. Providing the highest quality of animal care, while supporting the Aquarium of the Pacific’s mission.
Aquarist volunteers assist in the care of the Aquarium’s fishes, invertebrates, and reptiles by providing support to the paid Aquarists.
This internship provides an introduction to aquarium veterinary medicine for undergraduate students or veterinary technician students. Veterinary assistant interns provide assistance with maintaining the veterinary working facilities, record keeping, and observing animal treatment and procedures.
The Aquarium owes much of its success to our dedicated and committed volunteer staff. You can be part of that story by joining our team in one of the many volunteer or intern programs that we offer throughout the Aquarium.
