Facility

Center for Animal Research and Education

Closing Date

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.

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.

INTERN PROGRAM DATES:
Spring: January 15 – May 15
Fall: August 15 – December 15
Summer: May 15 – August 15

*Dates can be flexible upon request

Education and Pre-requisites

Must be working on or received a Bachelor’s degree in an animal related field. No work experience with big cats or exotics necessary.

Compensation and benefits

Not specified.

Application instructions

For more information about the internship, animals, or facility please visit out website at https://www.carerescuetexas.com/welcome.html and to apply visit https://form.jotform.com/60927059056157