Orphan Care Internship
Program Overview
We are looking for devoted and patient individuals to join our orphan care internship. We will accept up to two persons who can ideally commit to volunteering for three months.
60% of our rescues are orphaned animals who have either been abandoned by their mothers or become orphans after their mothers were killed. Raising wild animals is a delicate job, and we follow procedures and take precautio...
We are looking for devoted and patient individuals to join our orphan care internship. We will accept up to two persons who can ideally commit to volunteering for three months.
60% of our rescues are orphaned animals who have either been abandoned by their mothers or become orphans after their mothers were killed. Raising wild animals is a delicate job, and we follow procedures and take precautionary measures to ensure that the animals get the best opportunity to be raised successfully and released.
As an orphan care intern, you will gain hands-on experience in wildlife rescue and rehabilitation. You will be responsible for assisting in feeding the babies throughout the day and on some nights, learning different feeding techniques that are invaluable when it comes to your future career w...
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- Summer
- Winter
- Short Term
- Spring
- 1-3 Months
- Zoology & Wildlife Sciences
Updated Mar 27, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Dominical, Costa Rica
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Solo
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Spanish
- Education
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Group living
- Independent living
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Phone/Video Interview
Age Requirement
18+
Duration
- Summer
- Winter
- Short Term
- Spring
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1. Yes. One of your main duties will be to attend to the orphans throughout the night.
You will be expected to wake up multiple times throughout the night, on multiple nights of the week, to help with the feedings.
2. This will depend on your veterinary experience, the workload with the orphans, and if we have any veterinary interns at the time.
3. If there is time available, a:ssist with the rehab center, sanctuary and animal kitchen.
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