This opportunity is curated through the UF TESI Environmental Leaders Network. Opportunities posted through the Network may not be affiliated with the Florida Museum or TESI, but are shared with UF undergraduate students who want to learn more about environmental research, education and outreach, and civic engagement.
Host Organization
Location
Antigo, WI
Type of position
- Paid internship
- 5-day work weeks with 8-10 hour days.
- $75/week stipend
- On-site, furnished housing will be provided by the Raptor Education Group, Inc. Interns are required to reside on-site for full immersion in the wildlife rehabilitation experience.
Position description
Are you an energetic self-starter? Passionate about avian wildlife? Seeking a future career in the wildlife education field? REGI may have the Summer Education Internship for you. REGI is a non-profit organization dedicated to the care and rehabilitation of injured and orphaned native bird species and public education on wildlife issues. REGI provides medical treatment, food, housing, and professional care to ensure release back into the wild for over 800 birds annually. REGI boasts one of the largest flight training facilities in the world used to exercise large raptors and prepare them for release.
REGI is looking for 2 hardworking, energetic, flexible, and fun interns with a passion for teaching for the summer of 2024. The intern’s main responsibilities will include assisting our education staff in the daily care of our Avian Ambassadors as well as on and off-site public outreach programs. This includes but is not limited to:
- Daily husbandry (I.e. cleaning, enclosure maintenance, enrichment, etc)
- Handling and presenting with ambassadors ranging in size from Northern Saw-whet owls to Turkey Vultures.
- Diet preparation and feeding
- Observing and keeping records of behaviors, weights, and equipment.
- Giving presentations and talks on a variety of raptor species to large groups of children and adults
Training will be provided for all these areas. Education interns will participate in on-site public raptor tours, and public outreach programs at libraries, schools, camps, and more! Ed interns play a vital role in planning activities and lessons for our on-site Raptor Adventures summer camps! Education interns will also have the opportunity to spend one day per week and evenings in the Rehabilitation Clinic assisting with the care and husbandry of patients.
Qualifications
- Pursuing a degree in environmental education, wildlife, captive wildlife, biology, or closely related field. Other fields of interest will be considered.
- Strong interest in environmental education and captive wildlife care.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining daily tasks.
- Enjoys interacting with children and adults of all ages;
- Strong communication skills
- Willing to be a positive, enthusiastic member with a strong work ethic.
- Willing to represent the mission and goals of our organization in a way that reflects positively on REGI.
- Intern should be able to adapt to flexible hours and schedules depending on programmatic needs and bird care needs.
- Interns will be required to work and teach outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Physical demands include being on your feet 8+ hours per day, kneeling, and lifting 50 lbs.
- Dates: Mandatory orientation date May 20th, 2023.
Start Date
05/20/2024
End Date
mid to late August 2024 (flexible)
Application Due
01/30/2024
To apply:
Email your resume, cover letter, and references to Khelland@raptoreducationgroup.org
Interviews will begin as qualified applications are received. Positions open until filled.
Contact:
Katie Helland, khelland@raptoreducationgroup.org