Jungle Internship: Wildlife Research and Exhibit Care

Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is offering a Jungle Intern position in the Lied Jungle. The role supports research needs of animal care staff with a hands-on project aligned to the jungle exhibit’s mammal care, enrichment, and observation activities.

Interns must be enrolled in or recently graduated from college, and are expected to attend orientation, weekly PD sessions, and complete evaluations. Expect physical duties, weekend/holiday availability, and a background check.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in a college or university or have recently graduated.
• Minimum of one year of coursework in a major field of study (biology, zoology, animal behavior, etc.).
• Knowledge of mammal natural history, biology, captive husbandry, and conservation issues is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, work on, and present an internship project aligned with research needs of animal care staff in the Jungle.
• Attend weekly professional development sessions; complete internship checklist goals.
• Assist with daily care, recordkeeping, enrichment, diet prep and feeding; support building upkeep.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Education

College student or recent graduate

Job description

Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is offering a Jungle Intern position in the Lied Jungle. The role supports research needs of animal care staff with a hands-on project aligned to the jungle exhibit’s mammal care, enrichment, and observation activities.

Interns must be enrolled in or recently graduated from college, and are expected to attend orientation, weekly PD sessions, and complete evaluations. Expect physical duties, weekend/holiday availability, and a background check.