Animal Behavior Research Intern

Wildlife Conservation Society; New York (NY); Sur place; USD 6 100 - 13 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

The Wildlife Conservation Society invites ambitious students to join the Animal Behavioral Research Internship for Spring 2027 at NYC zoos. You will design and conduct a behavior study within a zoo setting, work with researchers, and learn data collection and analysis methods.

Over 8-12 weeks, you will complete a final presentation or report with findings and recommendations, gaining hands-on experience in animal behavior research and professional communication.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be a current student enrolled in a degree-granting program.
• Ability to operate well in a busy and fast paced environment.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.
• Must successfully pass a background screening (provided by WCS).

Responsabilités

• Design and conduct a behavior study within a zoo setting.
• Analyze results and prepare a final presentation or report with findings and recommendations.
• Gain training and support in data analysis and study design.

Connaissances

18+ years

Current student

Work in busy environment

Eligible to work in US

Background check

Formation

Enrolled in degree program

Description du poste

Job Description

Animal Behavioral Research Internship - Spring 2027

Location: Central Park Zoo, Queens Zoo, or Prospect Park Zoo

Department: Animal

Duration & Schedule: Spring 2027 (Late January/early February - May) Approx 8-12 weeks; 16-24 hours per week

Stipend: $545-$1200 total stipend (depending on duration and schedule) paid as one lump sum upon the completion of the position, less applicable taxes.

Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis but must be received by December 1, 2026 ; The position may be filled before the deadline. Candidates are encouraged to apply early.

Internship Summary

This internship will provide interns with a well-rounded deep dive into conducting animal behavior and observational studies within a zoo setting. Interns will be guided in designing and carrying out a study, analyzing results, and sharing findings.

Learning Outcomes

• Interns will learn how to design and carry out a behavior study within a zoo including various kinds of study design and collection methods


• Interns will learn best practices for rigorous data collection


• Interns will be guided through phases of study design and behavior methodology tailored to zoo-housed animals.


• Interns will receive training and support in data analysis and prepare a final presentation or report summarizing findings and future recommendations

Qualification Requirements

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must be 18 years of age or older


• Must be a current student enrolled in a degree-granting program


• Ability to operate well in a busy and fast paced environment


• Must be eligible to work in the United States


• Must successfully pass a background screening if accepted (provided by WCS)

Salary Range

$545-$1200