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Animal Care Internship - Spring 2025

Cub Creek Science Camp
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Looking for hands-on animal care experience to kick-start your career? 

Cub Creek Science Camp is a residential summer camp located in Rolla, MO and home to 300 animals including ring-tail lemurs, porcupines, parrots, small mammals and hoof stock.  Interns have the opportunity to work with a range of domestic and exotic animals developing skills in animal care, education and leadership.  
 

Spring Internship: Jan 2025 - May 2025

Fall Internship: August 2025 - Jan 2026

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Daily husbandry tasks including cleaning and feeding
  • Diet preparation
  • Observation and health checks on animals
  • Enrichment
  • Training and Socialization
  • Conduct tours and field trips as needed
     

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

  • Be able to work independently and show initiative
  • Self-motivated and enthusiastic
  • Able to perform physically demanding work
  • Strong observation skills to identify changes in animal behavior and habits
  • Ability to work with a team effectively
  • Comfortable speaking in front of a group
     

EDUCATION:
A degree in animal science or related field is preferred, but experience with exotic animal care will be considered. 
 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
$150 per week
Shared housing is provided.
Amenities include heat/AC, utilities paid, full bath, kitchen, satellite TV, internet service. Laundry facility onsite. 
Internships are full-time, 5 days per week, weekend work necessary. 

To apply, please complete online application form at 
https://cubcreeksciencecamp.com/join-our-team/internships/

or email animals@cubcreeksciencecamp.com with a cover letter and resume