Bird Husbandry Internship - Paid & Housing Options

The Caldwell Zoo; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 13,000 - 16,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing available

Paid internship

Job summary

Caldwell Zoo in Tyler, Texas offers spring 2027 paid internships in Bird Husbandry, providing hands-on experience in animal care and zoo operations. Interns work with experienced staff to learn daily care, behavior, nutrition, and health monitoring of diverse bird species in a zoological setting.

The program includes learning opportunities in habitat maintenance, enrichment, and guest engagement, with schedule Monday–Friday and a biweekly gross pay. Housing may be available upon request.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Sophomore in college or higher.
• Overall GPA 2.5 or higher.
• Background check required.
• Negative TB test required.
• Able to lift up to 40 pounds and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Safe methods of bird handling and restraint.
• Animal behavior, husbandry, and record keeping.
• Avian nutrition and diet preparation.
• Preventative medicine and disease treatment.
• Habitat maintenance and environmental monitoring.
• Cleaning and maintaining aviaries and holding areas.
• Monitor bird health, behavior, and condition.
• Assist with enrichment and daily husbandry tasks.
• Guest engagement and visitor relations.
• Attend Veterinary Department meetings.
• Shadow other zoo departments to gain exposure.

Skills

Bird handling

Animal behavior

Record keeping

Physical stamina

Job description

Caldwell Zoo in Tyler, Texas offers spring 2027 paid internships in Bird Husbandry, providing hands-on experience in animal care and zoo operations. Interns work with experienced staff to learn daily care, behavior, nutrition, and health monitoring of diverse bird species in a zoological setting.

The program includes learning opportunities in habitat maintenance, enrichment, and guest engagement, with schedule Monday–Friday and a biweekly gross pay. Housing may be available upon request.