Facility
Tiger World, Rockwell, NC
Closing Date
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Description
Tiger World Endangered Wildlife Preserve has available 3-Month Intern positions throughout the year. Under close supervision, interns have the opportunity to gain practical work experience in a zoo setting. Our intern program is intense and provides a platform for growth and development.
Tiger World is located just 20 minutes North of Charlotte, NC, and has animals including Lions, Tigers, Leopards, Jaguars, Lemurs, Bears, and more. We have available 3-month Intern positions throughout the year including for WINTER, SPRING, SUMMER & FALL. If you have always wanted an opportunity to work with these amazing animals please apply.
WINTER 2021 : December 27, 2021 – March 22, 2022
SPRING 2022: March 25, 2022 – June 21, 2022
SUMMER 1 2022: May 23, 2022 – August 12, 2022
SUMMER 2 2022: June 24, 2022 – September 20, 2022
FALL 2022: September 23, 2022 – December 20, 2022
WINTER 2022: December 26, 2022 – March 21, 2023
Interns will have the opportunity to gain practical work experience and knowledge caring for Bears, Primates, and Big Cats. Under close supervision, you will learn how to prepare diets, clean habitats, observe and document, implement enrichment, repair and build enclosures, give guided tours to visitors, assist with veterinary care, crate animals for transport, and more. There are opportunities for extending the internship to six [6] months and more advanced learning depending on your commitment, dedication, and how well you work with the team and animals.
Education and Pre-requisites
1. Candidates should have at least two (2) years of program studies in zoology, animal management, biology, exotic animal husbandry, or a related field. Applicants who have already achieved their bachelors is a plus.
2. Must be able to do some heavy lifting of at least 50 pounds.
3. Must be able to work in unfavorable weather conditions including rain, snow, extreme heat, and freezing temperatures.
4. Must have a positive attitude, a good work ethic and arrive to work on time, and work late if necessary.
5. Must be able to follow instructions and required policies and procedures.
6. Must be honest, trustworthy, and organized.
7. Must have a valid driver’s license and social security card or if from outside the United States, a Green Card and Visa, or Visa Waiver Program. Knowing how to drive a stick shift is a plus.
8. One [1] letter of reference/recommendation upon request.
9. Unofficial or official school transcript and/or a copy of your degree.
10. Up-to-date vaccinations including Tetanus and be TB Negative. COVID vaccine a plus.
Compensation and benefits
This is an unpaid voluntary position, however, housing and a weekly stipend of $50 will be provided. The use of the company vehicle may be available if you have your own car insurance. We also evaluate the Interns for future employment opportunities with Tiger World. This internship is not affiliated with a college or university for credit hours but many colleges and universities have recognized Tiger World to fulfill internship requirements. It is the applicant’s responsibility to determine if your college or university recognizes Tiger World’s Intern studies program.
Application instructions
Please send your resumé and cover letter to careers@tigerworld.us along with your letter of recommendation and transcripts. We also enjoy pictures of your past experiences, please include them with your application. You MUST indicate which internship you are available for below.
WINTER 2021 : December 27, 2021 – March 22, 2022
SPRING 2022: March 25, 2022 – June 21, 2022
SUMMER 1 2022: May 23, 2022 – August 12, 2022
SUMMER 2 2022: June 24, 2022 – September 20, 2022
FALL 2022: September 23, 2022 – December 20, 2022
WINTER 2022: December 26, 2022 – March 21, 2023
We carefully evaluate all applicants and will call or Skype for interviews over the phone. Please provide your Skype address on your resume.