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Internship - Wildlife Care at Texas State Aquarium

Corpus Christi, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Wildlife Husbandry, Wildlife Medicine, Diet Preparation, Animal Feeding, Enclosure Maintenance, Wildlife Rehabilitation, Avian Care, Reptile Care

Industry

Museums;Historical Sites;and Zoos

Description

Take your career to new depths and put your skills to work in a one-of-a-kind setting by becoming a part of the premiere aquarium showcasing the Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean Sea. The Texas State Aquarium provides high quality, entertaining programming through education, conservation, and wildlife rehabilitation. We strive to provide our guests with an exciting, educational, and memorable experience. The Wildlife Care Intern is an unpaid position that will work under the direction of the Wildlife Care Coordinators. This intern will get a well rounded experience by spending time learning about the care for sick, injured and/or orphaned wildlife and the Caribbean Jungle avian and reptile collection at the Texas State Aquarium. This internship will have a strong focus on understanding wildlife husbandry, as well as an introduction to wildlife medicine. Responsibilities could include but are not limed to: * Diet Preparation * Feeding * Medical Care * Enclosure Maintenance * Participation in rescues and releases Requirements Degree Type Preferred: Marine Biology, Biology, Marine Science, Ecology, or a strong interest in veterinary medicine., or similar degree Hours per week: 20-30/week Duration: 10-12 weeks Requirements: Individuals should be enrolled in a college or university at a Junior or Senior level with good academic standing and valid driver's license. Interns must be able to work outdoors and in inclement weather, as well as in confined spaces and around loud noises. Interns must be able to lift at least 40lbs, and be able to climb stairs and ladders.

Responsibilities

The intern will assist in the care of sick, injured, and orphaned wildlife as well as the avian and reptile collections. Duties include diet preparation, feeding, medical care, and enclosure maintenance.