Facility
Kentucky Reptile Zoo
Closing Date
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Description
The Kentucky Reptile Zoo internship program offers upperclassmen 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. We have available internships for the summer, fall, winter, and seasons. Starting dates are flexible, but a minimum of three months covering spring (March-May) summer (June-August) fall (September-November) and winter (December-February) is required. The intern will assist in the captive maintenance of the zoo’s reptile collection, collect admissions to the exhibit, give interpretive talks and interact with the public, assist with educational outreach programs, and perform other duties as assigned. In addition, the intern will be responsible for the completion of at least one research project related to the field of herpetology. The intern will NOT be involved in the handling of any venomous species.
Education and Pre-requisites
-A upperclassmen college student (Junior or Seniors) 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
-Orientation to details
-Positive attitude and strong work ethic
-An interest in reptiles!
Compensation and benefits
Benefits include experience at one of the most well known reptile facilities in the world alongside professional herpetologists, housing, and $55/week stipend to cover expenses. Most interns have been successful in finding zoo keeper positions: over 95% hire rate!
Application instructions
To apply, send a cover letter, resume, transcript, and at least 2 (preferably 3) references to:
Kristen Wiley
Internship Coordinator
Kentucky Reptile Zoo
200 L&E Railroad
Slade, KY 40376
or email to: reptilezoo@bellsouth.net