Facility

WildCat Ridge Sanctuary

Closing Date

Description

WildCat Ridge Sanctuary has four current opening for part-time Animal Care Interns starting immediately. WildCat Ridge Sanctuary is home to over 50 captive-born wildcats and hybrids. We are looking for hardworking individuals who are dedicated to providing care for the wildcat rescues while maintaining a strict safety protocol.

The animal internship program provides valuable knowledge and experience with exotic feline husbandry while educating about the active wildlife crisis.
Some of the training offered:

• Animal Observation: methods to assess an animal’s behavior and their environment

• General Animal Information: protocol for keeping records of all aspects of sanctuary care

• Small Felid Husbandry: teaches daily care of domestics and hybrid cats

• Enrichment: procedures for creating enrichment for all the animals on-site

• Food Preparation: policies and procedures for food preparation and feeding,
for the wildcats
• Medication and Supplements: learn medications/supplements used for the residents and the best way to safely administer treatment

• Cleaning: procedures used for cleaning indoor and outdoor habitats


Perfect for college students providing a great opportunity to learn more about working at a true sanctuary while adding skills to your resume. The reduced hours make it possible for Interns to go through the program while working or going to school. (Note: contact is prohibited between the wildcat residents and interns)

WildCat Ridge Sanctuary is a 501(c)3 lifetime sanctuary for captive born wildcats. The facility is located in Scotts Mills Oregon. WCR is a member of the American Sanctuary Association, Tigers in America, Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries, American Association of Zoo Keepers, AAZK and The Big Cat Sanctuary Alliance.

Education and Pre-requisites

• Must be 21 years of age

• Must be in good physical condition

• Must be able to consistently lift 30 pounds

• Must be able to work in all weather conditions

• Must be fluent in English (both written and verbal)

• Must provide your own health insurance

• Candidates should have a least one year of undergraduate program studies in zoology, biology, or other animal-related fields.

Compensation and benefits

Animal Care Internships are non-paid positions and run for 12 to 16 weeks. Interns work a minimum of three days a week. This may include a weekend day.
There is no on-site housing available, and interns must provide their own transportation.

Application instructions

Send resume, cover letter, transcripts, and copy of current Driver’s License along with two reference contacts to:
WildCat Ridge Intern Program

PO. Box 280

Scotts Mills, Oregon 97375

Or email information to: catwch@gmail.com