This position will provide an introduction to animal husbandry and give valuable skills needed in professional animal care. The participant will be involved with daily husbandry of over 50 species of reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, birds, mammals, and fish. This includes all forms of animal husbandry such as cleaning habitats, diet prep and feeding, water changes, monitoring animal behavior, record keeping, and providing enrichment and training. The internship will also involve presentations with the public including animal feeding demonstrations.
Availability Requirements
This opportunity is 100% on site.
Supervisor Preferences (listed in order of importance)
1. Ability to be active/on your feet all day, lift up to 50 pounds, climb on ladders, and kneel, with or without reasonable accommodation
2. Academic majors: Biology, Zoology, Wildlife Science, Animal Science, Marine Biology, Marine Science, Wildlife and Fisheries Biology, Environmental Science, Ecology
3. Previous experience working with animals
This internship is unpaid and for experience (120 hours) or for credit (however many hours required by your college; typically 120-150 hours).