Aquaculture R&D Internship

APPLICATIONS ARE ONLY OPEN TO STUDENTS WHO ARE RESIDENTS OF THE NETHERLANDS AND EU COUNTRIES

Dive into the Future of Sustainable Seafood with The Kingfish Company

At The Kingfish Company, we are revolutionizing the seafood industry with our cutting-edge sustainable farming methods. As our new Aquaculture Research & Development intern, you will be at the forefront of transforming our production processes, ensuring we deliver premium seafood to the world.

About the Internship

Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of aquaculture with The Kingfish Company. Join our innovative R&D department and collaborate with a team of seasoned professionals and fellow interns. You’ll get hands-on experience in recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS), engaging in diverse projects such as:

- Conducting commercial feeding trials;

- Managing wastewater treatment pilots;

- Developing protocols for broodstock transport;

- Investigating environmental impacts on fish growth.

This internship is designed to provide you with practical, applied experience in industrial research. You’ll delve into fish husbandry, handling, feeding, sampling, data recording, and biological water quality treatment. Gain an in-depth understanding of experimental designs and their application in various departments, from hatchery to grow-out, impacting the aquaculture industry.

Our Offer

Experience: Work alongside an elite team of aquaculture experts within an international setting.

Growth: Join a hyper-growth company leading the next generation of tech-driven sustainable aquaculture.

Community: Collaborate with other passionate interns and colleagues from diverse departments.

Support: Housing options available if needed.

Compensation: Receive a monthly internship reimbursement of €400 plus commuting expenses.

About You

Education: Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in an aquaculture-related field.

Commitment: Available for a full-time internship for at least 4 months.

Mindset: Hands-on, eager to learn, and ready to dive into the world of aquaculture.

Join us at The Kingfish Company and be part of a team that's redefining the future of seafood. Apply now and take the plunge into a sea of opportunities!

The Kingfish Company

The Kingfish Company is a pioneer and leader in sustainable land-based aquaculture. We produce the yellowtail kingfish (also known as Ricciola/Hiramasa/Greater Amberjack) which is a highly versatile premium fish species, well known in the Italian and Asian fusion cuisines.

Our operation is based on three core principles: sustainability, respect for our fish, and the environment. These key principles are at the heart of our design, activity, and technology decisions. Production of our fish is based on advanced recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS), which create the ideal growth environment for kingfish, offer optimal biosecurity, and limit the environmental impact. Animal welfare is paramount and our fish are grown without the use of antibiotics and vaccines. Operations run on 100% renewable energy, sourced from wind, solar, and biogas and the company’s facilities operate on seawater to avoid wasting precious fresh water.

Current annual production capacity at its Kingfish Zeeland facility in the Netherlands is 1,500 tons of high-quality and high-value Yellowtail Kingfish. Expansion is underway and capacity in the Netherlands will reach 3,500 tons in the second half of 2022. In the US, permitting for the company’s approximate 8,500 tons capacity facility is progressing as planned, with production start scheduled for the second half of 2023.

We are a fast-growing company with multiple large-scale expansion projects currently underway and we are looking forward to welcoming new people into our team and exciting future.