Animal Welfare Intern

Lincoln Park Zoological Society • Chicago, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Lincoln Park Zoo's Animal Welfare Science Program is seeking a motivated, enthusiastic intern to support data collection efforts at the zoo. This internship will involve conducting behavior observations of Asian small-clawed otters as part of a multi-institutional research study being led by Lincoln Park Zoo and supported by a grant from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. The intern will primarily be reviewing video recordings of otters recorded at zoos and aquariums around the USA to score animal behavior data. In addition, the intern will assist with in-person behavior observations at Lincoln Park Zoo using the ZooMonitor app and support data analysis. This paid internship position is scheduled to start September 1st and will be 4.5 months in duration. The position will be in-person only and part-time (20 hours per week, weekdays only). Remote work and weekend availability cannot be accommodated for this internship.

Requirements

• Possess strong detail-oriented and critical-thinking skills
• Possess strong computer, organizational (project management), and communication skills (written and spoken)
• Ability to work independently, including managing time and prioritizing tasks efficiently
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience with animal behavior research is preferred

Responsibilities

• Conduct computer-based animal behavior observations from pre-recorded videos
• Assist with in-person animal behavior observations using the ZooMonitor app
• Review training materials and pass inter-observer reliability tests
• Create basic, summary data visualizations
• Regularly communicate progress with the Primary Investigator
• May assist with other on-grounds behavior research
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Free admission to many other Chicago cultural institutions
• Free on-site parking anytime with access to Lincoln Park, Lakeshore Trail, and North Avenue Beach
• Discounts on event tickets (free admission to select events), attractions, dining, and retail at the zoo
• Quarterly staff mingle events and “LPZooU” training and educational sessions about the zoo, wildlife, ecology, and related subjects
• A working environment with green spaces and regularly available visits with wildlife!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern