Animal Husbandry Intern

Job Description

Overview

This internship offers hands-on, routine operational experience supporting daily aquaculture and wet laboratory activities.

It is suitable for Polytechnic students pursuing studies in:

· Environmental Science

· Marine Science

· Aquaculture

· Related life science disciplines

This role is ideal for students with a strong interest in aquaculture research and development (R&D), as well as practical, day-to-day operational work in a wet lab environment.

Key Responsibilities (Routine Work)

· Support fish husbandry and daily care activities

· Perform daily water changes and tank cleaning

· Assist with feeding management in accordance with established protocols

· Support water quality monitoring and tank system management

· Conduct routine handling of live fish

· Assist scientists with fish supply for experimental and research activities, including preparation, allocation, and coordination according to study requirements

· Perform daily data entry, registration, and record keeping

· Assist with stock inventory management, including:

o Fish feed

o Equipment

o Chemicals and consumables

· Maintain general housekeeping of wet lab and aquaculture facilities

Learning Exposure

As part of routine operations, interns will gain exposure to:

· Water sampling

· Fish weight sampling

· Tank management and system maintenance

· Routine fish health screening activities, including:

o Fish dissection

o DNA extraction

o RNA extraction

o PCR and qPCR

o Bacterial plating

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

· Able-bodied and physically fit

· Able to carry at least 10 kg

· Comfortable working indoors and outdoors

· Able to work in humid and wet environments

· Not afraid of heights

· Understands that this is a labour-intensive, routine-based role

Personal Attributes

· Comfortable handling live fish

· Disciplined, self-motivated, and reliable

· Strong team player with the ability to work independently

· Willing to strictly adhere to biosecurity, biosafety, and laboratory safety protocols

Selection Process

· Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an in-person interview, to provide a clear understanding of the work environment, premises location, and role expectations

Required Skills:

Biological Sciences, Calibration of Equipment, Clinical Data Interpretation, Computer Science Research, Conducting Experiments, Data Monitoring, Data Recording, Earth Science, Environmental Science, Equipment Maintenance, Field Observations, Fish Health Management, Health Sciences Research, Inventory Management, Laboratory Construction, Laboratory Safety, Life Science, Marine Biology, Physical Sciences, Professional Research, Reviewing Literature, Scientific Data Analysis, Tank Cleaning, Water Quality Management, Wet Lab

Preferred Skills:

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Employee Status:

Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)

Relocation:

VISA Sponsorship:

Travel Requirements:

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

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Job Posting End Date:

08/14/2026

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