Kentucky Reptile Zoo · Kentucky · posted today
The Kentucky Reptile Zoo internship program offers college students or recent graduates the chance to receive hands-on training experience at a facility with one of the most extensive and diverse reptile collections in the world. The intern will assist in the captive maintenance of the zoo’s reptile collection, including feeding, cleaning, training and record keeping of nonvenomous colubrids, large constrictors, lizards, chelonians and juvenile crocodilians. They will give interpretive talks and interact with the public regularly. They will also maintain the organization and cleaning of equipment and supplies, and perform other duties as assigned. In addition, the intern will have the option to complete a research project related to the field of herpetology. The intern will not be involved in the handling of any venomous species. The spring internship session runs around 20 weeks. Most interns can start as early as December 26th, and the session runs to early/mid May. Applicant requirements: • A college student or recently graduated college student; former interns have arranged for academic credit with their institutions • Students preferably majoring in the biological or natural sciences • A valid driver’s license • Personal transportation is recommended • Willing to work weekends, receiving two days off during the week instead • An ability to communicate effectively with people • Comfortable handling snakes and other reptiles on a daily basis • Able to do work such as lifting, bending, stooping, carrying heavy objects, and be willing to do work outdoors in a range of weather conditions • Orientation to details • Positive attitude and strong work ethic • An interest in reptiles! • Note: all interns must have a current tetanus shot and also be vaccinated against COVID-19. Benefits include a monthly stipend of $500, plus housing that includes laundry and internet access. Please include a resume, cover letter, and 2-3 references in your application.
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