Wildlife Operations Internship - Summer 2026

Nemacolin Career•Farmington, PA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nemacolin Wildlife Internship is a paid educational opportunity for students seeking to fulfill their school’s experiential educational requirements. This Internship will play a valuable role in the operations of the Wildlife Operations. Students are provided the opportunity for hands-on training in a Forbes and AAA-rated environment. The internship typically begins Mid-May through Mid-August and consists of 12 weeks of consecutive full-time work. Interns will be tasked with completing a project over the course of their internship specific to their department. The Wildlife Intern is responsible for guiding safari tours, Wildlife Expeditions, and animal shows for Nemacolin guests and communicating accurate knowledge regarding the animals on property. In addition, this individual assists with the care of a variety of animals including large and small exotic animals, domestic livestock, small pets, trail horses, and the sled dog team. The Wildlife Intern assists Wildlife Coordinators in facility maintenance, diet prep, training, and enriching all the animals on the resort property. The Wildlife Intern may also guide trails and pony rides. He or she is also required to administer basic medical treatment and update animal records in an accurate and timely manner.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
Ability to work varying hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Must have the ability to speak English fluently.
Must be enrolled in or a recent graduate of a Bachelor’s degree program in Wildlife, Animal Science, or other related disciplines

Nice To Haves

Previous animal care experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Scheduling wildlife tours and trail rides for guests as needed.
Operating the expedition carts, safari van, club car carry-alls, and work truck
Communicating with Nemacolin guests in a professional manner.
Assisting guests with the horse mounting and dismounting process.
Performing barn maintenance duties such as clipping and bathing the animals.
Administering medical treatment as needed.
Maintaining accurate and updated animal records.
Organizing and maintaining all animal facilities.
Assisting with morning and evening feedings for the animals on property.
Providing care for a variety of animals including, but not limited to, the following: lions, tigers, black bears, Asian bears, wolves, bison, foxes, American badger, sheep, African Sulcata tortoises, sloths, boa, and kinkajou.
Cleaning animal enclosures and facilities on a regular basis.
Preparing specialized animal diets with the assistance of the Animal Program Manager.
Providing information to resort guests, as well as other visitors in order to increase awareness of animal habitat and environmental concerns.
Performing any additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

Benefits

Attractive 401(k) plan
Paid vacation, holidays, and personal hours
Family medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Long-term and short-term disability insurance
Employee and educational assistance program
Up to 40% off Retail, Spa, Activities, Food and Beverage at the Resort
On-site uniform and dry-cleaning services
Discounted meals during breaks in associate break areas
Wisteria Associate Community - Wisteria is Nemacolin’s way of showing our appreciation to our associates. This neighborhood is exclusive to associates and contains a Pub, Market, and Fitness Center. As a member of Team Nemacolin, you’ll enjoy these exclusive amenities.
Associate Recognition programs - Nemacolin realizes that our associates help to set us apart from other organizations in the industry through their commitment to providing exceptional service and their ability to consistently exceed guests’ expectations. Nemacolin promotes a culture of continuous learning for our associates.
Opportunities for advancement – At Nemacolin, we encourage our associates to grow within the organization and gain experience in a variety of departments to better understand the hospitality industry. Nemacolin prides itself on promoting from within the organization, and many of our upper-level managers began in entry-level positions and advanced into their current roles.
Mentoring and coaching programs – As a new associate, we provide a level of mentoring that is best suited to you to enhance your growth and career interests, while sharing knowledge, advice, and encouragement along the way.