Wcs Careers – Animal Care Intern

Job Description:

The goal of this internship is to provide hands-on education and training in animal husbandry. Prospect Park Zoo (PPZ) interns are involved in many aspects of animal care including exhibit and enclosure maintenance, diet preparation, animal observation, animal handling (based on experience) and enrichment. Interns will also complete a project assigned by PPZ Animal Department management or a university assignment approved by PPZ. Project must be accomplished and a PowerPoint presentation given to staff during the term is required to successfully complete the internship.

Job Responsibilities:

• You will learn how to perform safe and proper maintenance of assigned animal exhibits, holding facilities and associated service areas according to established protocols.
• You will learn how to effectively interact with zoo visitors and provide educational information about the zoo, its exhibits and the animal collection.
• You will cultivate public speaking abilities through public interpretation of Sea Lion Training Demonstrations as needed by the Animal Department.
• You will learn how to perform safe, proper and humane care of assigned animals according to established protocols under the direction of the appropriate wild animal keeper and /or the supervisory/curatorial staff.
• You will learn to prepare animal diets according to established protocols.

Job Requirements:

• Interest in biology or a related field with an interest in an animal care career.
• Preference will be given to undergraduate students studying biology, psychology, or related fields who wish to pursue a career in animal care or research.
• Current negative tuberculosis (TB) test at your expense and proof of health insurance.
• You must be 18 years or older.
• Must be available on weekends and holidays.

Qualification & Experience:

• Tasks require manual dexterity and ability to safely use tools (e.g. drill, wire cutters, computer keyboard).
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. If you believe you qualify for an accommodation, contact Human Resources: HR@wcs.org.
• Accepted interns will need to pass a criminal background check.
• You will need to provide your own footwear that will need to remain at the zoo until the completion of your internship.
• Some tasks require climbing, kneeling, bending, navigating uneven terrain, and moderate lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.
• The position requires outdoor work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to represent WCS in a professional manner and to establish and maintain positive, effective working relationships with employees, colleagues, and the general public.

Job Details:

Company: Wildlife Conservation Society

Vacancy Type:  Internship

Job Location: New York, NY, US

Application Deadline: N/A

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