Job Details

The Wild Animal Safari works with local colleges and universities to give students at all levels practical educational experience as a zookeeper intern. This hands-on training experience helps students obtain full-time paid positions after graduation in their field of study by accommodating the intern's academic commitments in their semester course studies. Many interns have obtained full-time employment upon graduation or have obtained their dream jobs in the animal care industry.

Requirements

* At least 18 years of age or older

* Be enrolled at a local or regional college or university seeking a degree in a field of study related to animal care, animal husbandry, zoological institution, wildlife conservation, animal sciences, etc.

* Preference will be given to applicants with at lease one year of college level (or equivalent) coursework

* Have a passion for educating the public in animal conservation and animal welfare

* Aspire to work in an animal related industry including but not limited to animal-related management positions, veterinary medicine, zookeepers at zoos and wild animal safari parks, education and conservation, game wardens, teaching at high school or universities, or working in national parks.

* Availability for intern scheduling at least 16 hours a week, for 8 weeks during the Summer, Fall, or the Spring school semesters

Preferred Skills & Attributes

* Experience working with a wide variety of animals is helpful, but not required if tied to educational coursework in the field of animal care, or animal welfare studies

* Ability to work as a team

* Hands-on training and learning skills

* The interns work will compliment the work of a paid employee, not substitute for that work

* Demonstrate initiative and eagerness to learn

How to Apply

* Complete online application

* Attach a resume/CV, or cover letter if desired or appropriate

* Park management will schedule a phone and/or in-person interview

* Wild Animal Safari is an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace.

* Park Location: 1300 Oak Grove Road, Pine Mountain, Georgia 31822 (close to LaGrange)

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