Entry Level Zookeeper Paid Internship
About The Position
Experienced individual to oversee care of our Petting Zoo animals and staff. Each year we have qualified interns to complete the day-to-day care, feeding and cleaning of our animals and their habitats. You will be responsible for presenting animals to children and adults in a "Meet the Keeper" segment in our climate-controlled Theatre. If you are experienced in this field and already have animals to show case they are welcome also. We have a variety of Exotic animals such as lemurs, donkeys, foxes, bobcats, peacocks, deer, wolves, monkey, skunks and much more! We offer a day of entertainment to our guests. Offering train ride tours through our Wildlife area. Tour Guides educate our guests on the natural home environment necessary to keep our animals healthy and happy. We are located on 40 acres, in a resort area near Lake Geneva, Wisconsin at the Illinois border. Housing is provided with all utilities included (if needed) Salary is negotiable.
Requirements
- Hands on background in animal care
- Have leadership qualities
- Be able to lift 50 pounds or more
- Keep accurate records
- Be able to work a 6 day a week schedule
- Adapt to cold and hot weather
- Must have a passion for animals
Nice To Haves
- Experienced in this field and already have animals to show case
Responsibilities
- Day-to-day care
- Feeding
- Cleaning of animals and their habitats
- Presenting animals to children and adults in a "Meet the Keeper" segment
Benefits
- Housing if needed
- Housing is provided with all utilities included (if needed)
- Salary is negotiable
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Industry
Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
