Facility
Center for Animal Research and Education
Closing Date
[jobclosingdate]
Description
CARE offers an intensive internship program for individuals who are interested in learning more about working with exotic animals. There are 2-4 intern positions per term. CARE provides housing for all accepted applicants for the entire 4 months.
Interns will gain practical experience in exotic animal husbandry and will be involved with our educational and research programs. Experiences at CARE will include feeding, cleaning, animal health, animal management, behavioral studies, chemical immobilization, record keeping, assisting in construction and habitat modification, public speaking, fundraising and related activities. Interns will also be involved with the volunteer and tour programs.
INTERN PROGRAM DATES:
Spring: January 15 – May 15 (now hiring)
Fall: August 15 – December 15
Summer: May 15 – August 15
*Dates can be flexible upon request
Our facility will be closed to the public for the safety of both staff and animals.
Education and Pre-requisites
Candidate Requirements:
Interns must be at least 18 years old.
Must have good written and oral communication skills.
Have the ability to work effectively in a team–oriented environment.
Must have or be working on a four year degree in a related field.
All candidates must have the ability to lift 50 pounds.
Must be willing to work outdoors and be able to to perform regular duties in a variety of temperatures and weather conditions.
Weekends and holidays are required.
Compensation and benefits
Not specified.
Application instructions
If you would like to learn more about our facility, please visit us at https://www.carerescuetexas.com/ and to apply please visit https://form.jotform.com/60927059056157
For any questions regarding the facility or internship, please email destiny@carerescuetexas.com