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Animal Care/Behavior Internship

The Morris Animal Refuge
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Summary

Founded in 1874, the Morris Animal Refuge (MAR) is one of America’s oldest animal shelters. We are committed to adoption, education, and high-quality care. MAR provides care for a wide range of animals, from those ready for placement in a new home to those exhibiting behavioral or medical issues that aren’t able to immediately be placed. We are committed to reducing unnecessary euthanasia and ensuring that every animal that enters our care is given a chance at a loving home. Our hard work has paid off -- and today we are happy to report that we have a 97% Save Rate!
 

MAR is seeking compassionate and well-rounded interns who are looking to make a difference as advocates for animal welfare. Because MAR is a small shelter, interns will have the opportunity to be heavily involved in day-to-day operations and special projects. 


Responsibilities & Duties

  • Daily husbandry (cleaning, feeding, monitoring) of onsite cats and dogs
  • Developing and implementing enrichment programs and protocols to maintain mental health of animals in the shelter
  • Assisting with animal intake, adoption, and transfers into the shelter
  • Developing and implementing reward-based animal training protocols
  • Communicating with and educating the public, adopters, and fosters
  • Assisting medical team with vet checks, procedures, and surgeries
  • Completing individual project in an animal welfare-related topic area
  • Completing team fundraising project with other interns
  • We strongly encourage accepted applicants to be creative and share input on your individual passions. This is a fluid internship that we hope will be mutually beneficial.

 

Eligibility & Requirements

  • 18+ years of age
  • Mandatory attendance Intern Orientation
    • May 27th 2025, 10am-4pm
    • May 28th 2025, 10am-4pm
  • 10 week commitment (minimum)
  • Minimum of 24 hours/week (scheduling will be discussed upon acceptance)
  • Proof of full COVID-19 vaccination and booster
  • Ability to travel to and from Philadelphia 3-4 days/week
  • Adherence to dress code (long pants, closed toed shoes, etc.) and other safety protocols
  • Enthusiasm for learning and a positive attitude
  • Previous animal experience is a plus, but not required

 

Benefits

  • Interns will be provided with a stipend of $2,400 for the summer session
  • Learn about day-to-day shelter operations, medical care, and animal welfare best practices
  • Spearhead individual and team projects to hone research, communication (written and oral), and teamwork skills
  • Opportunities to work with and learn from individuals who share a passion for animal welfare
  • Participate in additional educational presentations throughout the summer

 

COVID-19

We recognize that the COVID-19 situation is ever-changing and unpredictable. We will make every effort to run the 2025 Summer Internship, but if we cannot do so safely MAR staff reserves the right to postpone or fully cancel the program at any time before or during the session.
 

Next Steps

Email the following to Alisa Rubinstein, Lifesaving Manager, at arubinstein@morrisanimalrefuge.org by February 7th, 2025. Please reach out with any additional questions:

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • Letter of Recommendation
  • Availability