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Description:

Apply at: https://wildnorth.ca/who-we-are/current-opportunities/

Time Period: May – August (Let us know if you have extended availability April – September)

Hours: 20 – 40 hrs/ week

Minimum commitment: 4 months

Location: Parkland County Rehabilitation Centre

WILDNorth operates out of two facilities. This internship will operate out of the Rehabilitation Centre. Our Rehabilitation Centre is in Parkland County (~5min North of Spruce Grove) and is not accessible by public transit. Our Wildlife Hospital is in Edmonton and is accessible by public transit. There will be the opportunity to cross-train between facilities through the summer.

WILDNorth is seeking enthusiastic people who love wildlife, the outdoors, have a strong desire to learn and can work well in a team environment, to assist us in maintaining the best care possible for our many patients.

About Us:

WILDNorth is a non-partisan, charitable organization that provides compassionate care for injured, orphaned, and contaminated 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, skunks, foxes).

Duties:

Working under the supervision of the Director of WILDCare, WILDCare Manager, and appropriately identified staff, interns will:

Prepare species-specific diets; set up and take down captive care enclosures; administer some
medical treatments; maintain daily records.
Complete and track daily feedings, including hand-feeding young patients (As frequently as every
15min)
Assist in general facility cleaning, including patient enclosures, laundry, sweeping/mopping
floors, washing dishes, and disinfecting counters/sinks.
Assist staff in maintaining a safe and professional environment.
Lift and carry items up to 40 lbs, including garbage and recycling (Non-essential; please let us
know if this will be an issue for you).
Maintain a positive working relationship with coworkers, staff, and volunteers.
Additional duties as requested.

Interns are required to follow all policies, procedures and protocols at WILDNorth to ensure a high standard of animal care. Interns will also interact and work with other facility volunteers, summer students and casual relief staff on a regular basis.

Conditions:

All positions are voluntary, no salary is offered. Housing and transportation is not provided.

Qualifications:

Qualifications:

18 years or older
Current tetanus vaccination
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as a team member
Be motivated, flexible, and patient in a highly demanding work environment
Criminal record check
Must provide references

Assets:

Experience or coursework in biological or environmental sciences, wildlife rehabilitation or management, veterinary medicine, animal welfare or husbandry
Rabies vaccination is an asset (Not required!)

Training:

WILDNorth’s staff thanks you for your interest in our volunteer internship program. All applicants will go through an application, screening, and interview process. Successful candidates will then attend an orientation, in class training, and onsite training.

Note: Please direct any questions to our Volunteer Manager via email at volunteer@wildnorth.ca

Benefits:

Benefits & Skill Development for the Intern:

This is an incredible opportunity to learn about natural history in a unique environment whether pursuing experience for a career, or for anyone interested in nature, wildlife, and conservation.

Species identification, habitat enrichment, release site research, and proper husbandry techniques
Animal handling, tube feeding, dosage calculations, and administering medication
Further your career or educational goals
Orientation and training provided
Learning job skills and teamwork
Mentorship and friendships with like-minded people
Certificate of completion of internship provided

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Duration: Seasonal
Faculty: All Faculties
Location: Outside Edmonton

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