Job Postings

Big Cat Intern

Facility

In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue & Educational Center

Closing Date
April 7, 2021
Description

Job Description:
In-Sync Exotics is verified by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries and accredited by the American Sanctuary Association. We currently are home to over 75 exotic cats including lions, tigers, leopards, cougars, lynx, servals, ocelots and cheetahs. We offer 3-month and 6-month internships, designed to expand your knowledge in the care of exotic cats and the running of a sanctuary.
Experience includes diet preparation, feeding, cleaning enclosures, enrichment, observation of medical care at our on-site clinic, record keeping, public education/tours, building new enclosures/general maintenance and more. Our interns work hard in all kinds of weather conditions, in a small close-knit team and learn a great deal about all aspects of exotic cat care. Our interns also enjoy learning through classes, research and field trips!
Located 45 minutes northeast of Dallas, interns get to enjoy exploring the DFW metroplex, it’s lakes and surrounding areas on their 2-day weekend.

We are currently accepting applications for the following terms:
Spring: February 22th – May 16th
Summer: May 24th – August 15th

Responsibilities
Interns will experience a wide variety of tasks throughout the day. Beginning with pulling heavy boxes of meat to thaw, followed by cleaning outdoor and indoor exhibits, preparing diets, preparing and distributing enrichment, record keeping and grounds maintenance.
Additionally, interns will assist keepers in feeding and medication administration.
There are opportunities during the internship to learn more about veterinary care and behavioral training. A day’s work can be long hours especially in the case of an emergency. Work begins at 8am and sometimes doesn’t finish until 6pm. Once a week interns will be required to carry out a night shift (7.30pm -11pm). The following day work would begin at 10am. A week is 5 days of work with a 2-day weekend.

Education and Pre-requisites

Qualifications:
Must be 18 years or older
Must have completed or be working towards a degree in an animal-related field
Must be in good physical condition and able to lift at least 50 pounds
Must be able to work in all weather conditions
Must be able to commit to a 12-week requirement (6 month internships also available)

Compensation and benefits

Onsite housing and a weekly stipend ($50/week)

Application instructions

To apply please email Heather Lazek, one of our Intern Coordinators, at heatherlrt@gmail.com to request an application form.