Rhino Internship

Fossil Rim Wildlife Center; Glen Rose (TX); On-site; USD 4,464; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly stipend of $400

Free onsite housing

Job summary

A wildlife conservation organization seeks a Rhino Intern in Glen Rose, TX. The intern will take daily responsibility for the Black Rhino herd, including diet preparation, maintenance, and health monitoring. Candidates must have an undergraduate degree in wildlife management or related fields and should be 21 years old at the internship's start. Offers a $400 monthly stipend and free onsite housing during the internship.

Qualifications

• Must have an undergraduate degree prior to internship start.
• Previous internships in related fields are strongly recommended.
• Valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and feed diets to the Black Rhino herd.
• Clean and maintain the Black Rhino barn and yards.
• Monitor animals’ health and welfare daily.

Skills

Wildlife management

Conservation biology

Animal health monitoring

Behavior training

Education

Undergraduate degree in wildlife management or related field

Job description

Careers & Internships

Current Job Openings

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do conduct background checks.

To view overarching information about internships, please go to our Internship Overview page.

Fossil Rim Wildlife Center invites you to apply for any of the position(s) listed below:

Position: Rhino Internship
Location: Glen Rose, TX
Job Id: 104
# of Openings: 1
Full-time internship

Must be 21 years of age at the start of the internship!

Please specify which season you are applying for.

• Spring: January – May
• Summer: May – August
• Fall: August – December

Application deadlines:

• Spring (January–May) deadline for applications is October 1st
• Summer (May–August) deadline is March 1st
• Fall (August–December) deadline is June 1st

The Rhino Intern is given the day-to-day responsibility of the Black Rhino herd. Training will include (but is not limited to):

• Preparation and feeding of diets
• Cleaning and maintenance of the Black Rhino barn, yards and mechanical room
• Stocking of feed, hay, alfalfa and produce
• Completing daily reports for feed consumption, health notes and training schedules
• General monitoring of animals’ health and welfare
• Behavioral observations as needed
• Reinforce trained behaviors with the black rhinos
• Specific veterinary procedures (fecal sample collection, assist with blood collection, ultrasound procedure, semen collection and administration of medications)
• Assist with other vet procedures
• Completion of independent project

Desired Experience, Capabilities and Educational Skills:

Undergraduate degree in wildlife management, conservation biology, or a related scientific discipline attained prior to start of internship. Previous internships strongly recommended. You must also have a valid driver’s license.

Stipend/Housing: A $400/mo stipend (for expenses) and free onsite housing in a shared living environment mandatory during your internship. If required, transportation to and from training area will be provided.

International students must have a J1 or B1 visa before arrival. Fossil Rim will not sponsor or assist with the visa process.

If selected, candidate must have a TB test conducted within 30 days prior to arrival for internship.

Please apply through our website. WE DO NOT accept applications via email.

Click the “Apply for this Position” button, fill out the form, upload the required documents, and click the “Submit Application” button. We require a cover letter, résumé, and contact information for 3 professional references.