About Shedd
How to Apply for an Internship
If applying to Fishes, Marine Mammals, or Veterinary Services, please follow the application instructions outlined under each of those listings.
For all other internship opportunities, please include all application materials listed below:
- Application
- Background release form
- Pre-employment inquiry release
- Cover letter, including why you want to participate in the program, your contribution to the program, your professional goals and dates available
- Resume, including relevant job experience, course work and skills
- Three references (with name and contact information)
- Two letters of recommendation
Send to:
Internship Program
Attn: Volunteer Services
John G. Shedd Aquarium
1200 S. Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL 60605
or fax to 312-939-4895
For more information please e-mail internship@sheddaquarium.org
