Zoo Internships
Wild Discovery is a
growing zoo situated at Ribby Hall Village near Preston. We hold over 60
different species and support conservation projects from around the globe from
the UK to the Philippines.
We currently have
vacancies for full time, voluntary internships, for a period of 6-12 months.
This opportunity will provide the successful candidates valuable experience in
a developing zoo environment, working with a range of species.
Candidates will be
trained in a variety of skills including husbandry, record keeping, enclosure
maintenance and design, nutrition, training and public education. There are
also opportunities to complete a research project per any course requirement or
general interest.
Objectives of the
placement
• To
gain knowledge and understanding of the inner workings of a zoo.
• To
gain experience and knowledge of zoo animal husbandry and care. This includes
preparing diets, maintaining enclosures, daily record keeping, creating
environmental enrichment and animal health checks.
• To
gain confidence when delivering educational talks and packages.
• Gain
skills which will support their future career within the zoo industry.
Required skills
• Currently
working towards or hold an animal related qualification.
• Previous
experience within a zoo setting or with exotic animals. Small mammals would be
desirable.
• Candidates
must be motivated, passionate, hard-working, have good time-management and keen
to learn new skills.
• Be
physically fit and prepared to work in all outdoor conditions.
All positions are
voluntary. Unfortunately, Wild Discovery cannot provide any financial support
to applying candidates.
Interns operate on a
rota basis, working 4 or 5 days out of 7. Candidates must be prepared to work
weekends and bank holidays.
To apply, please
head to the Wild Discovery website to access the Person Specification and
Application Form. Please send your form to Alexandra Davies at
education@wilddiscovery.co.uk.
Applicants can also
email education@wilddiscovery.co.uk to receive the Application Form and Person
Specification.
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