Facility
Tiger World in Rockwell, NC
Closing Date
March 26, 2019
Description
Tiger World Endangered Wildlife Preserve, a non-profit public charity, has available 3-Month Intern positions throughout the year. Under close supervision, Interns have the opportunity to gain practical work experience in a Zoo setting. Our Intern program is intense and provides a platform for development.
Tiger World is located just 20 minutes North of Charlotte, NC and has animals including Lions, Tigers, Leopards, Jaguars, Gibbons, Lemurs, Baboons, Bears and more. We have available 3-month Intern positions throughout the year including Open positions available NOW – SPRING (Mar 30-Jun 26), SUMMER (Jun 29-Sept 25), FALL (Sept 28-Dec 21) 2018 and WINTER (Dec 27 2018 -March 26 2019). If you have always wanted an opportunity to work with these amazing animals please apply. Visit our website at www.TigerWorld.us to learn more about us.
Under close supervision you will learn how to prepare diets, clean habitats, observe and document, operant conditioning and training, implement enrichment, repair and build enclosures, give guided tours to visitors, assist with veterinary care, crate animals for transport and more. There are opportunities for extending the internship to six [6] months and more advanced learning depending upon your commitment, dedication, and how well you work with the team and animals.
Education and Pre-requisites
1. Candidates should have at least two (2) years of program studies in zoology, animal management, biology, exotic animal husbandry or a related field. Applicants who have already achieved their bachelors is a plus.
2. Must be able to do some heavy lifting of at least 50 pounds.
3. Must be able to work in unfavorable weather conditions including rain, snow, extreme heat, and freezing temperatures.
4. Must have a positive attitude, a good work ethic and arrive to work on time and work late if necessary.
5. Must be able to follow instructions and required policies and procedures.
6. Must be honest, trustworthy and organized.
7. Must have valid driver’s license and social security card or if from outside the US, a Green Card and Visa, or Visa Waiver Program. Knowing how to drive a stick shift is a Plus.
8. One [1] letter of reference/recommendation.
9. Unofficial or official school transcript and/or a copy of your degree.
10. Up-to-date vaccinations including for Tetanus and be TB Negative.
Compensation and benefits
This is an unpaid voluntary position, however housing and a weekly stipend of $50 will be provided. The use of the company vehicle (stick shift) may be available if you have your own car insurance. We also evaluate the Interns for future employment opportunities with Tiger World.
This internship is not affiliated with a college or university for credit hours, however some colleges and universities have recognized Tiger World to fulfill internship requirements. It is the applicant’s responsibility to determine if your college or university recognizes Tiger World’s Intern studies program.
Application instructions
Please send your Resumé and Cover Letter to careers@tigerworld.us along with your letter of recommendation and transcripts. We also enjoy pictures of your past experiences, please include them with with your application. You MUST indicate which internship you are available for NOW – WINTER (Dec 28-Mar 27), SPRING (Mar 30-Jun 26), SUMMER (Jun 29-Sept 25), or FALL (Sept 28-Dec 23) 2018. We carefully evaluate all applicants and will call for interviews over the phone. Good Luck!