Facility
Safe Haven Wildlife Sanctuary
Closing Date
[jobclosingdate]
Description
Safe Haven Wildlife Sanctuary provides lifelong care to abandoned, confiscated and surrendered exotics and native Nevada wildlife. Species include tigers, African lions, cougars, black bears, bobcats, servals, caracals, foxes and coyotes.
We are seeking one enthusiastic, energetic candidate for an immediate position for our six-month Spring/Summer 2020 animal keeper internship. Note: this is an immediate position, starting as early as the second to third week of February. Candidates will gain experience in animal husbandry including implementing our enrichment program and training, providing educational outreach presentations to the public and habitat building. Internship includes the training/operant conditioning of a specific resident for wellness and health checks.
Education and Pre-requisites
*Degree in Zoology, Biology or Animal Sciences preferred, but will consider prior exotic care experience.
*Must be in good physical condition and able to lift at least 50 lbs.
*Must be willing and able to work in inclement weather
*Tetanus vaccination required
Compensation and benefits
Living accommodations
Wi-Fi and utilities
200/month stipend
Application instructions
Email Carmilla Rhone at rhone.safehaven@gmail.com with two letters of recommendation, a cover letter and resume.
Feel free to email with questions!