Animal Keeper Internships
Howletts - All Sections
At Howletts Wild
Animal Park, situated near Canterbury in Kent, we have internship placements
available on the Carnivore, Elephant, Gorilla, Hoofstock and Primate sections.
These placements are
an excellent opportunity for you to shadow our keepers and to learn all aspects
of animal husbandry. They will provide comprehensive practical training and
significant insight into a successful and responsible zoological collection,
with the goal of promoting your future employability in a career in animal
husbandry.
Carnivores – This section consist
of a wide range of species from Honey badgers to Sumatran tigers and
contributes to the breeding programmes of species such as Asian wild dogs and
Clouded leopards. The individual will be taught different carnivore husbandry
techniques and butchery.
Elephants – Howletts is home to
the largest breeding herd of African elephants in the UK.
The individual will
be taught husbandry techniques, as well as the opportunity to operate vehicles
such as tractors and dumper trucks, therefore a full manual driving licence
will be an advantage.
Gorillas – This section is home
to the largest captive breeding group of Western Lowland Gorillas in the world
with over 135 births to date. You will gain vital knowledge and experience into
the husbandry, diets, behaviours and conservation of these majestic animals.
Hoofstock – Home to a collection of rare and endangered hoofstock, including Black
Rhino, European Bison, and Bongo Antelope to name a few. The individual will be
taught different hoofstock husbandry techniques for a wide range of species and
knowledge about the conservation issues facing these species.
Primate - Howletts are home to
a collection of rare and endangered primates, including Javan gibbons, Dusky
langurs, Sulawesi macaques, Pied tamarins and Gelada baboons to name a few. The
individual will be taught different primate husbandry techniques and contribute
to the enrichment of the section.
These placements will
be ideal for individuals already studying or have recently finished an animal
related course and are looking to gain experience in the zoo industry. These
positions can be physically demanding so will need to have a good level of
physical fitness, be happy working at height and comfortable with heavy
lifting.
We are looking for a
commitment of 3-5 days a week for 4-12 months for these internships.
As we are a
Registered Charity, funded entirely by visitor fees and donations, we regret we
are unable to offer any wages, salary or accommodation for these placements. We
will provide a full uniform. Candidates will need to have the ability to
financially support themselves for the entire length of the internship.
Closing date for Applications: Friday 22 June 2018
To apply: Please email
your CV and covering letter, specifying the department you would like to work
with, to April Hall: Volunteer@aspinallfoundation.org
Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant        |
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