Sea Cliffs Internship
Julie Larsen Maher @WCS
Assist the animal care staff in the husbandry of sea lions, harbor seals, sea otters and penguins.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be 18 years of age (no exceptions)
- Commitment of 3 days a week for 20 weeks, 4 days a week for 15 weeks, or 5 days a week for 12 weeks (no exceptions)
- Current college or graduate student
- Interest in pursuing career in animal care
- Be able to lift 50lbs.
- Be physically able to perform laborious tasks in extreme weather conditions and fast paced environment
- Have the ability to work well in a busy and fast paced environment
- Option to memorize and perform one educational narration
- SCUBA Certification optional
- Provide own housing and transportation
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepare daily diets
- Clean and maintain all animal and food preparation areas
- Assist in training sessions and feedings
- Narrate exhibit feeds
- Schedule and administer daily enrichment
- Participate in classes on animal training and complete a shaping plan
- Assist staff with ongoing behavioral projects
DEADLINES:
| Internship Session | Application Opens By | Deadline |
| Spring (Jan-April/May) | Early November | December 1 |
| Summer (End of May-August) | Early April | May 1 |
| Fall (September-November/December) | Early July | August 1 |
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