Raptor Trauma Clinic Intern

About the role

Audubon Center for Birds of Prey, located in Maitland, FL, is dedicated to promoting a stewardship ethic toward Florida’s birds of prey and their habitats through medical rehabilitation, interactive education, and practical research. This internship opportunity is designed to provide an individual with a demonstrated interest in wildlife rehabilitation and clinical care with the ability to learn the operations of the Raptor Trauma Clinic and rehabilitation programs.

Responsibilities

• Participate in clinical operations and procedures, including taxonomy, anatomy, feather structure, imping (feather repair), tail sheathing (protection), necropsy, pesticide poisoning, calculating medications, and fluid therapy related to raptors.
• Learn and participate in daily examinations, treatments, and administering medications to sick and injured raptors.
• Prepare food for clinic patients.
• Clean and maintain raptor housing.
• Prepare slides for laboratory examination and analysis.
• Attend and observe surgical procedures and participate in diagnostic testing, radiology, and bird evaluations.
• Share your experiences with others through e-newsletters, social media, etc.

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• Current student or recent graduate (within 3 years)
• Background in animal science, biology, or pre-veterinary coursework is preferred
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Demonstrated willingness to learn and collaborate effectively within a team environment
• Prior experience with handling wildlife or animal medicine is highly desirable
• Commitment to Audubon’s mission and programs
• Respect for wildlife, conservation, and Florida’s environment

Qualifications and Experience

• High School Diploma
• Current student or recent graduate (within 3 years)
• Background in animal science, biology, or pre-veterinary coursework is preferred
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Demonstrated willingness to learn and collaborate effectively within a team environment
• Prior experience with handling wildlife or animal medicine is highly desirable
• Commitment to Audubon’s mission and programs
• Respect for wildlife, conservation, and Florida’s environment

Benefits

Attend and observe surgical procedures and participate in diagnostic testing, radiology, and bird evaluations. Share your experiences with others through e-newsletters, social media, etc.

Pay

$19.00 / hour

Schedule

The internship is being offered three full days a week for four months, totaling 400+ hours.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Accessibility Statement

The National Audubon Society endeavors to keep our careers site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Accommodations@audubon.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.