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Penguin Trainer (I or II)

New England Aquarium
Boston, United States Posted: September 29, 2025


The Penguin Trainer 1 provides the highest standard of animal care and prioritizes the welfare of New England Aquarium (NEAQ)'s animal collection. The responsibilities of this position include maintenance of all assigned exhibits and support areas (including off-site facilities) and providing proper husbandry, training, and enrichment for our colony of African penguins and Southern rockhopper penguins.

  • This is a full-time regular position offering a comprehensive benefits package.
  • The schedule will be four 10-hour days, and the shifts will be 7a – 6p EST.
  • Work must be conducted on-site.
  • The weekly schedule will alternate biweekly between a Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday schedule, and a Sunday, Monday, Friday, Saturday schedule.
  • This position may require work on weekends, as well as occasional coverage on holidays, nights, and emergency response at all hours.
  • Please see the attachment for further details on the duties and requirements of the position.
  • For more information and to apply online please visit: http://neaq.applicantpro.com/jobs/
  • New England Aquarium is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer as defined by the EEOC.
  • Here we foster a culture of respect, diversity, and inclusion.
  • We strive to engage and inspire a broad audience with our efforts to protect the blue planet, and we believe a diverse workforce provides experiences, skills, and perspectives that enrich our programs, strengthen problem-solving, add creativity, and enhance our work environment.
  • For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below.
  • Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.
  • https://neaq.applicantpro.com/jobs/3868883-1036240.html
Experience Required
  • 6 months
Salary
  • $24.09 - 26.02/hourly

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