Facility
Kentucky Reptile Zoo
Closing Date
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Description
The Kentucky Reptile Zoo internship program offers college students or recent graduates the chance to receive hands-on training experience at a facility with one of the most extensive and diverse reptile collections in the world.
The intern will assist in the captive maintenance of the zoo’s reptile collection, give interpretive talks and interact with the public, assist with educational outreach programs, and perform other duties as assigned. In addition, the intern will have the option to complete a research project related to the field of herpetology. The intern will not be involved in the handling of any venomous species.
Start and end dates are flexible, and this session will run from mid/late May to late August/early September.
Education and Pre-requisites
– A college student or recently graduated college student; former interns have arranged for academic credit with their institutions
– Students majoring in the biological or natural sciences are preferred
– A valid driver’s license
– Personal transportation is recommended
– Must be willing to work weekends, receiving two days off during the week instead
– An ability to communicate effectively with people
– Comfortable handling snakes and other reptiles on a daily basis
– Must be willing to do work such as lifting, bending, stooping, carrying heavy objects, and be willing to do work outdoors in a range of weather conditions
– Orientation to details
– Positive attitude and strong work ethic
– An interest in reptiles!
Note: All KRZ staff and interns must be vaccinated against COVID-19 and have a current tetanus inoculation.
Compensation and benefits
Housing and laundry are provided, as well as a $500/month stipend to cover expenses.
Application instructions
To apply, send a cover letter, resume, transcript, and at least 2 (preferably 3) references to:
Kat Dale
Internship Coordinator
Kentucky Reptile Zoo
200 L&E Railroad
Slade, KY 40376
or email to: kyreptilezoo@kyreptilezoo.org