Snowden Wildlife Sanctuary Wildlife Rehabilitation Internship

Description

The Snowden Wildlife Sanctuary Wildlife Rehabilitation Internship is available to students at least 18 years of age who are studying pre-veterinary, biology, interpretation, or related fields. Successful applicants are self-motivated with good communication skills, flexibility, and a willingness to respond to unanticipated challenges. Winter interns should have a willingness to be outdoors in adverse weather conditions and able to lift at least 50 pounds. Intern duties include: food preparation and feeding, cleaning enclosures, maintaining a sanitary and organized clinic, assisting with veterinary care, grounds maintenance, and responding to work phone calls. Veterinary training will be provided during all seasons and will cover how to take and read x-rays, give subcutaneous and intramuscular injections, tube-feed birds and mammals, calculate proper drug dosages using a formulary, bandage open wounds, and stabilize soft tissue injuries. Other duties may include assisting with ambassador raptor training, educational programs, media management, and fundraising events. Interns receive housing and a monthly stipend, depending on the session. This internship is offered in McCall, ID, during the fall, summer, and winter.