Wildlife Caretaker Internship

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Ideal Internship for Majors including and similar to: Zoology, Biology, Animal Science, Ecology, Wildlife Management, Environmental Technology, Natural Resources, Vet Technology, Pre-Vet, and more!

This is an UNPAID internship. It is eligible for school credit depending on individual school program requirements. Wildlife Care Association (WCA) is a 501(c)3 non-profit, volunteer organization, dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and release of injured and orphaned wildlife.
The Animal Caretaker Internship provides hands-on experience in the WCA Bird Nursery and Triage Clinic working with injured and orphaned wildlife. Interns learn basic animal caretaking procedures, medical protocols, and in-depth species identification and natural histories. Interns will work alongside staff and other volunteers/interns to complete all tasks associated with animal rehabilitation. The majority of WCA’s in-center animal care consists of avian species, though all local wildlife species are accepted and treated. Interns will primarily work in the center helping with cage cleaning, animal feeding, medication distribution and other daily tasks. Some duties, however, may include animal transportations, assisting on phone lines, or special projects as needs arise. Educating the public is a large part of this position and interns will learn how to proceed when faced with public inquires. Interns are expected to work at least 16 hours per week during each session for a total minimum commitment of 200 hours. At least one weekend shift is required. Interns will also attend or complete 3 or more educational classes or trainings, provided by WCA, during their internship session. These trainings will count toward the 200-hour requirement. Most internships are 3-month sessions, but dates and timeframes are flexible. For questions, please contact the Volunteer Coordinator at Volunteer@wildlifecareassociation.com or Visit our website at: Internships (wildlifecareassociation.com)