Reptile Internship
(unpaid)
Wingham Wildlife
Park has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic individual wanting to gain
valuable zoo animal keeping experience, working alongside keepers on the
reptile 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 reptiles 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 crocodilians, lizards,
snakes & invertebrates.
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 this particular placement please
use reference INTR01 in the email title. Any applications through other
channels will be disregarded.
This vacancy 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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