We surveyed 35 marine mammal trainers to better understand the work environment and required skills of a typical marine mammal trainer. Here are the results.
How much intelligence is required as a marine mammal trainer?
Low
High
Working as a marine mammal trainer typically doesn’t require the use of high levels of intelligence in daily tasks.
Can I learn to become a marine mammal trainer?
Intrinsic Talent
Acquired Talent
A career as a marine mammal trainer typically depends predominantly on qualities you can gain through experience, with a small aspect of skills you are born with.
Is it easy to get a job as a marine mammal trainer?
Easy
Hard
It’s typically difficult to find a job as a marine mammal trainer.