Blank Park Zoo Commissary Internship

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Internships are available for college students looking to gain knowledge and experience in animal nutrition.

Description of intern duties & responsibilities:

Assist commissary staff with daily duties.
This includes diet preparation, cleaning, disinfections, and stocking. 
Dedicated intern that is willing be at the Zoo at least two days a week from 8:30 – 4:00pm.

Intern will be responsible for:

• Showing up on time and when scheduled
• Learning diet preparation and sanitation practices
• Cleaning kitchen and feed storage areas
• Seasonally – assist with garden
• Reporting any problems to the commissary staff

Requirements:

• 18 years or older, currently enrolled in college and receiving college credit for the internship.
• On the first day of orientation interns must provide proof from their university that the internship will be for college credit. A letter from college advisor is acceptable.
• Preference given to those students studying zoology, ecology, animal nutrition, or related field.
• Must be a positive, effective team member and be able to establish professional working relationships
• Successfully complete a background check
• Capable of lifting 25 lbs.
• Stand for extended periods of time
• Able to cut vegetables & fruit safely
• Be able to follow detailed directions and ask questions if clarification needed
• Good communication skills
• Ability to take initiative
• Does not mind strong smells
• Available a minimum: two days week, totaling a maximum of 8 hours per week from, including weekends and holidays.

Click here to download the commissary internship application