Raptor Trauma Clinic Intern

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Audubon · Maitland, FL

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$19.00 / hourAdditional Job DescriptionEssential FunctionsIntern Responsibilities and Learning ObjectivesParticipate in clinical operations and procedures, including taxonomy, anatomy, feather structure, imping (feather repair), tail sheathing (protection), necropsy, pesticide poisoning, calculating medications, and fluid therapy relates 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.Internship BenefitsAttend and observe surgical procedures and participate in diagnostic testing, radiology and bird evaluations.Share your experiences with others through e-newsletters, social media, etc.Intern ScheduleThe internship is being offered three full days a week for four months, totaling 400+ hours.Qualifications and Experience:High School DiplomaCurrent 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 and Respect for wildlife, conservation, and Florida's environment.EEO StatementAccessibility StatementHealth insuranceVision insurancePaid time off

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About Audubon The National Audubon Society is a leading nonprofit conservation organization with 120 years of science-based, community-driven impact, dedicated to protecting birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. Birds are powerful indicators of our planet's health, acting as sentinels that warn us of environmental change and inspire action. Audubon works across the Western Hemisphere, driven by the understanding that what is good for birds is good for the planet. Through a collaborative, bipartisan approach across habitats, borders, and the political spectrum, Audubon drives meaningful and lasting conservation outcomes. With 800 staff and over 1.9 million supporters, Audubon is a dynamic and ever-growing force committed to ensuring a better planet for both birds and people for generations to come. Learn more at www.audubon.org and on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @audubonsociety. Position Summary: 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. Audubon Center for Birds of Prey is offering an internship opportunity 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. In addition, this individual will learn the aspects of animal husbandry related to raptors in a captive setting, raptor conservation, and Center operations. The Senior Coordinator, Raptor Conservation and the Raptor Conservation Manager at Audubon Center for Birds of Prey will provide support and supervision to the Raptor Trauma Clinic intern. This position is part time on-site at Audubon Center for Birds of Prey, Maitland, FL. Housing is not provided. Length of Internship September 1-December 31, 2026 (18 weeks). Location: Onsite: Audubon Center for Birds of Prey, Maitland, FL Hours: 24/wk Schedule: The internship is being offered three full days a week for four months, totaling 400+ hours. Only applications submitted with a cover letter will be considered.

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