Description

The Project

Working at a Wildlife Park provides an up close and personal introduction to the diversity of life not only locally but on the planet. The Parks we work have an excellent reputation for animal care and likewise have rehabilitation facilities on site. The parks bring together diverse fauna for viewing that may otherwise not be possible for the public.

This is a chance to work on a daily basis with these unique creatures and assist the public's appreciation and conservation of them.

Job Duties
1) Feeding
2) Interpretation of exhibits
3) Animal intake
4) Grooming
5) Animal record keeping
6) Maintainence of exhibits
7) Care for the grounds
8) Marketing

The intern will gain experience in all aspects of animal care and maintenance including animal feeding, food preparation, grooming, maintenance of live food colonies and animal record keeping. This program allows the intern the gain exposure to the level of care, maintenance dedication required to support a wildlife park of this type and the inhabitants. Applicants should note that there is no veterinary component to this internship.

Highlights

* Work one on one with Dr. David Adams, a cultural anthropologist and respected author
* Academic credit available
* Letter of Recommendation on completion
* Career and academic advising available

Qualifications

In your brief letter of intent on the I.C.E. Application form, please be sure to indicate the source of your interest in this position, what you hope to contribute to the program indicated, and what you hope to learn or experience through your internship - this letter of intent will be distributed to internship providers. In addition, be sure to submit a resume or acceptable equivalent indicating any relevant knowledge or skills.

* Applicants must be 18 years old or older.
* We accept GAP YEAR students through college graduates
* Positive attitude
* 20 - 40 hours per week

Intern Types

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

USD 1,895.00 and up

Program Fees Include:

Housing, Internship setup, Airport pickup, Pre-trip reader, Office support

Salary/Pay

Unpaid positions. We charge a fee to set up the internship and provide housing

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Phone/Video Interview
• Resume
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

7 days

Post Services Include

• Exit Debriefing Abroad

Institute for Cultural Ecology's Mission Statement

The Institute for Cultural Ecology was founded on the conviction that visits to exotic destinations imply a commitment to cultural sensitivity and environmental stewardship. Our programs match the interests, academic goals, and passions of the participant to premier host organizations and researchers. Once you connect with a place and its people, they become a part of you. Forever.

Year Founded

1999