Primate Internship
(unpaid)
Wingham Wildlife
Park has an exciting opportunity for two enthusiastic individuals wanting to
gain valuable zoo animal keeping experience, working alongside keepers on the
primate section.
We are looking for
candidates who are willing to commit to a minimum of 6 months, volunteering 5
full working days per week including weekends, school holidays and bank
holidays.
The internship is
unpaid and would benefit those who have either already gained or are working
towards an animal management or similar qualification. As well as individuals
who are already established in conservation or animal care and looking for
further specialist zoo experience. Experience within a zoo setting and in
particular primates would be desirable.
A driving licence or
access to good public transport is essential and please be aware that
unfortunately we are unable to offer accommodation.
Wingham Wildlife
Park is a family run wildlife park with big emphasis on animal husbandry,
conservation, education and safety for our animals, staff and visitors. This
section covers a large variety of species ranging from callitrichidae, lemurs,
mandrills, macaques & apes.
All applications to
be addressed for the attention of Ruth Wilder to info@winghamwildlifepark.co.uk
along with a covering letter explaining why you would be suitable for this
internship placement and CV. For applications to these particular placements please
use reference INTP01 in the email title. Any applications through other
channels will be disregarded.
These vacancies will
close as soon as sufficient applications have been received, therefore you
should submit your application as soon as possible.
Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant        |
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