Job Postings

Animal Care Internship

Facility

Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary

Closing Date
July 16, 2021
Description

Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary is a non-profit facility dedicated to providing exceptional, life-long care to wolves, wolfdogs, and other canids in need. We are currently home to over 50 rescues including wolves, wolfdogs, coyotes, foxes, New Guinea singing dogs, Australian dingoes, red foxes, and more.

Wild Spirit’s Internship Program was developed and implemented in September of 2020 with the goal of providing Interns with the knowledge and skills required to obtain a career in the field of exotic animal care. Interns will be responsible for daily husbandry, diet preparation and feeding, enclosure maintenance, grounds-keeping, operant conditioning, enrichment, assisting with medical needs, and more. Individuals will also participate in hands-on learning opportunities through structured labs each week. Please note: All Interns will be required to participate in leading educational tours to the public (COVID-permitting).

Our ideal candidate will have an outstanding work ethic, good communication and conflict-resolution skills, and the ability to strictly follow safety protocols. Being self-motivated and showing initiative while working in a team environment is also important.

Education and Pre-requisites

• Candidates pursuing or having completed a degree in Biology, Zoology or related field are preferred, but experience working with exotics may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Six months experience working with large carnivores preferred.
• Must be in good physical condition with the ability to kneel, bend, twist, lift, reach, push, pull, and stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to consistently lift 50 pounds
• Must be comfortable on ladders and willing to operate tools and machinery
• Must be able to work in inclement weather and extreme heat
• Must present yourself in a professional manner when interacting with the public
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License
• Must provide proof of current Tetanus
• May be required to work weekends and holidays

Compensation and benefits

We are currently offering up to 4 full-time positions for the duration of 3. All internships start as 3 month commitments and may be extended to 6 months on an invitational basis. Interns receive a $125 per two week stipend. Housing, utilities, and wi-fi are also provided.

Application instructions

Interested candidates should use the following link to apply for a position: https://form.jotform.com/wildspiritws/wsws-volunteer-application

Placement available for two people to begin the Internship as follows: Late August 2021 – November, 2021 (start date and term is flexible.)

Placement for one person September 2021 – December, 2021 (start date and term is flexible.)

Placement for one person October 2021 – January, 2021 (start date and term is flexible.)

Qualifying candidates will be contacted for a Zoom interview no later than July 15, 2021 and those selected for the position will be notified no later than August 1, 2021.