Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge – Internship Opportunities with Exotic Cats!
A GFAS Accredited Sanctuary committed to rescuing abused, abandoned, and unwanted exotic cats. Since 1992, we have rescued more than 200 exotic animals, giving them a caring, lifelong home at the Refuge. These magnificent creatures are the unfortunate, unwanted products of the private trade in exotic animals. Most of them would have been destroyed if we were not able to give them a home.
Animal Care (15 intern spots available)
Responsible for the daily care of tigers, lions, bears, leopards, cougars, servals, bobcats, and a rhesus macaque. Daily care includes cleaning, feeding, & medicating.
Additional duties include:
– habitat maintenance and construction
– animal husbandry and enrichment
– record keeping of animal behavior
– educational public tours
– behavior management training
To apply, send your cover letter, resume, and two letters of recommendation by email to: emily@turpentinecreek.org
Subject: Internship Program
Education (1 intern spot available)
Responsible for educating visitors about our resident species through daily tours, educational programs, and special talks.
Additional duties include:
– research and program development
– educational writing for web, newsletters & articles
– present for groups & summer camps
– develop educational wayside exhibits
To apply, send your cover letter, resume, and two letters of recommendation by email to: education@turpentinecreek.org
Subject: Education Internship
Amenities: Heat, A/C, utilities paid, full bath, kitchen, washer & dryer, satellite TV, internet service
Compensation: $50 weekly stipend for food. Housing is provided on the Refuge.
Deadline for applications: April 1
For more info on the internships, visit: TCWR.org/internship-program