We surveyed 30 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.