Wildlife Rescue & Frontline Intern

WILDNorth – Northern Alberta Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation

Position: Wildlife Rescue & Frontline Intern

Time Period: May 1 through August 31

Hours: 20 hrs per week (two 10hr shifts)

WILDNorth is seeking enthusiastic people who love wildlife, the outdoors, and have a strong desire to learn and work well in a team environment. WILDNorth is a non-partisan, charitable organization that provides compassionate care for injured and orphaned 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, fox).

Duties:

Working under the supervision of the Helpline Manager and WILDRescue Manager, interns will assist with the following:

Field and log phone calls from, and provide solutions to the public about wildlife concerns

Formulate effective strategies for wildlife capture in the field

Utilize nets and other equipment to capture wildlife

Physically handle wildlife

Facilitate the intake of wildlife patients, create online patient files, and transition the patients to the animal care team

Greet individuals upon arrival, accept donations and process merchandise sales

Drive to and from Wildlife Hospital and rescue locations

Coordinate with WILDRescue Manager and Helpline callers

Work cooperatively with other wildlife rescuers

Liaise with public and represent WILDNorth in a positive manner

Interns are required to follow all WILDNorth policy, procedures and protocols. Interns will also interact and work with other facility volunteers, summer students and casual relief staff.

Skills:

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and as a team member

Ability to be motivated, flexible, and patient in a highly demanding work environment

Able to endure a physically challenging environment and lift/ carry 40 lbs.

Requirements:

Experience or coursework in biological or environmental sciences, wildlife rehabilitation or management, veterinary medicine, animal welfare or husbandry is an asset

Must be 18 years of age or older

Must have a valid driver’s license and provide a driver’s license abstract

Must have current tetanus vaccination

Rabies vaccination is an asset

Must provide a Criminal Record Check

Conditions:

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

Benefits & skill development for the Intern:

Species identification and wildlife capture/handling experience

Wildlife management and conflict resolution experience

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

Though the majority of our summer internships run from May through August, there is the opportunity to start in April and/or end in September. Please indicate your availability on the form below.

Application Process:

1. Fill in an application form at https://wildnorth.ca/who-we-are/current-opportunities/ and attach your resume.

2. Submit your application.

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 and onsite training.