WILDNorth is seeking enthusiastic people who love wildlife, the outdoors, have a strong desire to learn, and work well in a team environment, to assist us in maintaining the best care possible for our patients. WILDNorth is a non-partisan, charitable organization that provides compassionate care for injured and orphaned wildlife and educates the public on the importance of wildlife in our community. We provide a high standard of care to a wide variety of native and migratory species. Approximately 80% of our patients are wild birds (waterfowl, birds of prey, songbirds) and 20% small mammals (squirrels, porcupines, fox).
Duties:
Working under the supervision of the Animal Care Manager or appropriately identified staff, interns will be assist with the following:
-Maintaining constant awareness of all animals’ health and behavior and reporting any changes to staff
-Monitoring progress of patients, recording weights and food intake, and maintaining proper environment
Category: Internship
Deadline: TBD
Position: Wildlife Rehabilitation Intern
Time Period:
Spring & Summer
Dates: May through August (with expansion option, starting April and ending in September)
Hours: 20-40 hrs per week
Minimum Commitment: 4 months
For more information, please contact:
Kasia Brytan
volunteer@wildnorth.ca