Apprentice Animal Trainer - Sea Park

Our story began 75 years ago when the Herschend family discovered wonder deep in an Ozark Mountain cave—and chose to share it with the world. Today, Herschend is the largest family‑held themed attractions company, with over 40 leading attractions and immersive experiences that reach audiences worldwide.

Bringing Families Closer Together by Creating Memories Worth Repeating®

As an equal‑opportunity employer, we strive to provide environments where every host, guest, and partner feel welcome, valued, and loved. We firmly believe that words and actions matter, which is why all individuals are to be treated equally and with respect.

As an Apprentice Trainer at Sea Life Park Hawai`i, you will provide support services to experienced animal trainers and gain the knowledge and proficiency necessary to become an active team member in animal training and care. This is an apprenticeship period where on‑the‑job training is essential. The apprentice will observe, assist, and acquire second‑hand experience. New apprentices will not interact with any animal unless directed to do so by management.

• Perform apprentice‑level duties for the care and training of each animal
• Responsible for proper food preparation, sanitation and distribution
• Administer safe and appropriate feeding
• Acquire knowledge of basic training and vocabulary
• Effectively use approximations
• Acquire knowledge of proper animal husbandry
• Be able to identify each animal by name
• Acquire a firm knowledge of each animal's history
• Acquire experience in safe and proper handling, restraint, and transportation of animals
• Acquire experience with public contact by performing in shows/presentations and speaking in front of an audience
• Perform other duties as assigned

• High School Diploma or equivalent. College degree in a related field preferred but not required
• Some experience is preferred (e.g., former animal care and training internship(s), animal care volunteering in zoos or aquariums, seasonal or past full‑time work within the animal care or training field)

Working at Sea Life Park is about making people happy. It’s about being independent and having fun, making new friends, and earning extra money while doing so.

• Flexible schedule
• Ability to cross‑train and learn unique skills across various departments
• Free admission to Sea Life Park on your days off
• Invited to exclusive employee events throughout the season

We’ve got great jobs for people just starting out in the workforce, looking for a second job or staying active after retirement. If you want a fun, flexible job with an innovative company, look no further than Sea Life Park.