Hands-On Advanced Animal Care & Behavior Intern

University of Delaware; Baltimore (MD); On-site; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on experience

Professional development workshops

Free Zoo admission

Zoo Membership during internship

Job summary

A well-known zoo in Baltimore is offering an unpaid internship for an Advanced Animal Care and Behavior Intern. This role provides hands-on experience with animal care under supervision, including behavioral monitoring and enrichment tasks. Interns will gain valuable knowledge in animal husbandry and conservation! Excellent communication skills and being a current college student or recent graduate are required. This internship can also be applied for college credit, making it a great opportunity for those looking to advance their education and experience.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to work independently and with diverse groups.
• Must be able to walk large areas of the Zoo and work outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Assist keepers with behavioral research and data collection.
• Support daily husbandry tasks under supervision.
• Interact with visitors and answer questions about animals.

Skills

Excellent communication and organizational skills

Able to handle multiple tasks

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Friendly, outgoing and patient personality

Education

Current college student or recent graduate

Job description

A well-known zoo in Baltimore is offering an unpaid internship for an Advanced Animal Care and Behavior Intern. This role provides hands-on experience with animal care under supervision, including behavioral monitoring and enrichment tasks. Interns will gain valuable knowledge in animal husbandry and conservation! Excellent communication skills and being a current college student or recent graduate are required. This internship can also be applied for college credit, making it a great opportunity for those looking to advance their education and experience.