Wildlife Health Vet Tech Intern - Spring Externship

Forest Preserve District of DuPage County; Glen Ellyn (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County in Glen Ellyn, IL invites veterinary technician students to join a Spring externship focused on wildlife health. You will support medical assessments, diagnostics, and surgical care, rotating through treatment spaces and wildlife housing to learn hands-on care.

Schedule features 10-hour days, four days per week with one weekend day, March 2027 through mid-May 2027.

Qualifications

• Age 18+ at time of hire.
• Currently enrolled in an accredited Veterinary Technician Program and have completed year one.
• Illinois professional veterinary licensure in good standing may be required.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing.
• Clear verbal and written communication; strong organization and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist with medical assessments, diagnostics, and surgical support.
• Help coordinate emergency response and treatment.
• Support euthanasia and postmortem examinations when needed.
• Document medical and procedural records with care and accuracy.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Wildlife handling

Observational skills

Education

Vet Tech program, year 1 completed

Illinois veterinary licensure (in good standing)

Tools

Basic veterinary techniques

Medical/d surgical support documentation

Job description

The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County in Glen Ellyn, IL invites veterinary technician students to join a Spring externship focused on wildlife health. You will support medical assessments, diagnostics, and surgical care, rotating through treatment spaces and wildlife housing to learn hands-on care.

Schedule features 10-hour days, four days per week with one weekend day, March 2027 through mid-May 2027.