Internship Positions Available
The Wilds offers professional training through formal internship programs in a wide variety of disciplines. In addition to those listed below, tailored internships are possible.
Overall Internship Requirements & Notes
- Internships are 6-10 weeks depending upon program (see below)
- Must complete the appropriate application/interview process
- Must complete required pre-work training programs prior to interning
- Transportation is not available, a personal vehicle is strongly recommended
- Shared housing may be available at a reduced fee
- No compensation is currently available
INTERN OPPORTUNTIES
Animal Management, Husbandry & Health
ANIMAL MANAGEMENT INTERNSHIP
Requirements
See above.
Participation Focus
Animal husbandry, nutrition, records keeping, veterinary science,
management science, and conservation. Student will be under supervision
of Director of Animal Management and animal management staff.
To Apply
Send letter of intent and resume to education@thewilds.org
Internship positions are available year-round, however, spaces for the summer season are limited. Students interested in being considered for a summer internship position should apply no later than March 10, 2012.
Conservation Education
CONSERVATION EDUCATION INTERNSHIP
Requirements
Must be willing to work and live with children in a variety of outdoor environments.
Participation Focus
Natural systems understanding and appreciation; making connections between humans and the natural world; reverence, respect and responsibility in all that we do.
To Apply
Send letter of intent and resume to education@thewilds.org
Available year-round.
Conservation Medecine
SENIOR VETERINARY PRECEPTORSHIP
Requirements
Must be a senior student; TB test/ Vaccinations: rabies pre-exposure recommended.
Participation Focus
Preventive medicine, disease surveillance, field immobilization and capture techniques, conservation medicine and various veterinary technician duties. A short-term project is encouraged. Student will be under supervision of senior veterinarian and post-doctoral veterinary fellow.
To Apply
Send letter of intent and resume to education@thewilds.org
Available year-round.
Restoration Ecology
RESTORATION ECOLOGY INTERNSHIP
Requirements
Must be in good physical shape and be willing to work in a variety of outdoor environments.
Participation Focus
Plant communities and interactions, enhancement of habitat, insect and animal monitoring
To Apply
Send letter of intent and resume to education@thewilds.org
Available year-round.