Lights Out Dallas Internship (Fall 2025)
Lights Out Dallas Internship (Fall 2025)
Interns will lead early morning bird collision surveys in downtown Dallas during the fall migration season (September–November). They will also coordinate with community volunteers and assist with outreach to expand awareness and support for the program.
These surveys are critical to research aimed at reducing bird-building collisions and contribute valuable data to conservation science. Interns will receive comprehensive training and work closely with Dallas Zoo staff. This 12-week internship provides hands-on experience in fieldwork, community engagement, and data analysis, offering a solid foundation for future careers in wildlife conservation and sustainability.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct bird collision surveys at least twice per week during fall migration (September–November).
Lead and support groups of volunteer surveyors in the field.
Rescue stunned or injured birds and transport them as needed.
Collect deceased specimens found or reported during surveys.
Record and submit data accurately into designated online databases.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
Early morning availability (between 6:00 AM – 9:00 AM).
Ability to walk outdoors for 2–3 hours at a time.
Occasionally required to lift and move items up to 25 lbs.
Minimum Requirements
Must be at least 18 years old and eligible to work in the United States.
Ability to work 20–24 hours per week for 12 weeks.
Reliable transportation and access to the internet for weekly check-in meetings.
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with bird identification, especially migratory species.
Previous research or laboratory experience.
Experience using Microsoft Excel for data entry and analysis.
Skill Requirements
Strong computer skills; working knowledge of Zoom, Microsoft Office/Teams, and Google Drive.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organization skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Comfortable speaking to both small and large groups about the program.
Additional Internship Information
This internship is designed to provide educational and professional development opportunities. All Dallas Zoo interns will:
Complete an educational project.
Participate in at least one service-learning activity.
Attend professional development sessions tailored for Zoo interns.
Receive documentation to support college/university credit if needed.
Interns typically work 24–40 hours per week for a minimum of 12 weeks. Some early morning, evening and/or weekend hours may be required.
This is an unpaid internship. The Dallas Zoo does not provide transportation, housing, or a stipend.
Selected candidates must pass a background check prior to starting the internship.
Fall application Deadline- 1 August 2025
Lights Out Dallas Internship Start date- 20 August 2025