Animal Care Intern (Winter)

Binder Park Zoo • Battle Creek, MI

11d • Onsite

About The Position

This experience-based opportunity gives interns hands-on skills assisting staff in the daily care of animals and exhibits, record keeping, and interacting with zoo guests. The Animal Care Internship is an unpaid position that offers college credit based on your college or institution’s requirements.

Requirements

• Must have completed one-year of college.
• Pursuing a major in zoology, biology, animal husbandry, or other animal related program.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proof of negative TB test within one year and proof of tetanus shot within ten years.
• Ability to be available for shifts on a flexible schedule that may be long hours, weekends, evenings and holidays.
• Ability to read, speak and write English in order to fulfill job functions in an understandable way.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds.
• Ability to complete tasks outdoors in all weather conditions and in a physically demanding environment.

Nice To Haves

• May be exposed to hazardous materials.

Responsibilities

• Perform outdoor tasks including the daily feeding and care of domestic and exotic animals and the cleaning and maintenance of animal exhibits.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Communicate effectively using a hand held radio as needed.
• Comply with all Binder Park Zoo policies and procedures.
• Participate in team oriented zoo projects as needed.
• Relate positively with diverse groups of people (guests, staff and volunteers).

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree