Facility

Panther Ridge Conservation Center

Closing Date

Description

Panther Ridge Conservation Center offers 3-month internships and for the right individual it may be extended to 6 months. We have housing available for 2 interns on site and offer a $200/month stipend. No pets are allowed. Interns will work 6 days a week and must be up to date on vaccinations including tetanus and be TB negative.

Responsibilities Include:
• Diet/meat prep
• Cleaning enclosures
• Animal interactions/training
• General maintenance/landscaping
• Assisting with veterinary care
• Behavioral observation
• Providing enrichment/enrichment projects
• Public interactions and public speaking
• Following safety protocols/etc.

Education and Pre-requisites

Requirements
• Must be working toward or have a degree in biology, zoology or related field
• 3 months full time exotic feline experience preferred
• Previous training experience always a plus
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pound boxes
• Ability to work in Florida weather conditions for extended periods of time
• Must work all holidays and weekends
• Ability to stand/walk for 6-8 hours each day
• Must be hardworking, self-motivated individual
• Must work well with others
• Must have their own reliable car

Compensation and benefits

Not specified.

Application instructions

To apply send a resume, cover letter, and three references to our Facilities Manager Sadie Ryan at sadieryan1117@gmail.com
We also encourage photos of previous experience, please include with your application. We will carefully evaluate all applications and will contact for further interview.