Spring Wildlife Rehabilitation Internship

Northwoods Wildlife Center, a non-profit wildlife rehabilitation and education center, is currently seeking 1-2 Spring Interns. Interns dedicate their time to working hands-on with injured and orphaned wildlife, educating the public through guided tours, and supporting the daily operations of a non-profit organization.

Job Description: 

Interns are involved in all phases of wildlife rehabilitation including emergency care, daily feeding and cleaning, medical procedures, on-call services, rescues, transports, and releases. Education duties can include leading center visitors through daily guided tours, answering the wildlife assistance phone line, presenting programs on-site, and assisting with educational programs given at area schools, camps, and community events. Interns also get the opportunity to care for the non-releasable ambassador animals kept at the center and may also help develop future educational opportunities for the public.

On-site housing is provided for Northwoods Wildlife Center interns as well as a $150 weekly stipend. It is recommended but not required that interns have their own means for transportation. A vehicle is provided for all Center business.

Qualifications:

• Strong interest in wildlife-related disciplines and a desire to increase public knowledge and awareness of wildlife-related issues through education. Students in Biology, Wildlife Ecology, Pre-Vet, Environmental Education, and related fields are encouraged to apply. Applicants from other fields with a demonstrated interest in wildlife or environmental science will also be considered.
• At least one year of college experience required
• Must be up to date on tetanus shot, COVID-19 vaccine preferred
• Rabies vaccinations, although preferable, are not required
• Must be able to dedicate the entire season to internship.
• Must be able to work long days in all weather and lift at least 50 lbs. Internship duties may include bending, crouching, twisting, lifting, stooping, crawling, standing and walking for long periods of time.

Internship Dates:

Spring Start Dates: Flexible from March 24, 2025 to May 5, 2025. Spring interns should plan to stay until late May and have the opportunity to extend their internship through the summer session.

End Date Options: Spring session end dates are flexible. If interested in extending through the summer, the end date for the summer session is August 16, 2025, flexible end dates after that.

To Apply: Email cover letter, resume, preferred start and end dates, and contact information for three professional references to:

Sheridan Perry

Wildlife Rehabilitator & Intern Coordinator

intern.nwc8683@gmail.com

Subject line: Summer 2024 Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Internship

Please send application materials as soon as possible as we accept applications on a rolling basis and internships often fill up prior to the due date.