Natural Resources Job Board

Safe Haven Wildlife Sanctuary is currently interviewing for a Spring/Summer six-month animal keeper
internship position.  Safe Haven provides lifelong care to surrendered and confiscated exotics including
tigers, African lions, bears, mountain lions, and small wild felids including bobcats, caracals,
African servals and native Nevada wildlife.  Most recently, Safe Haven has been working with both the
Cheetah and Snow Leopard Foundations, providing homes for those “retired” from the Species Survival
Plans.  Interns will gain extensive experience and skills necessary to pursue paid animal care positions. 
Safe Haven is accredited by GFAS, the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries, meeting over 500
animal care recommendations.
Responsibilities:
Provide daily animal husbandry, medications, species-specific diets, and supplementations.
Daily animal feedings.
Habitat and den cleaning.
Assists in safe capture procedures.
Participates in emergency training and evacuation drills.
Provide animal enrichment.
Provide informal educational tours to the public.
Assists in lifting and positioning sedated animals during on-site veterinary exams.
Requirements:
Must be 18 years or older.
Prefer students working toward a degree in animal science, zoology, biology, and environmental sciences.
Self-motivated and hard-working.
Professional attitude and ability to work with other interns and staff.
Must be comfortable with interacting with the public.
Able to lift at 50 pounds and work in inclement weather.
Must adhere to safety protocols and no-contact policy.
Must have own vehicle and valid driver’s license.
Education and Pre-Requisites
H.S. Diploma or GED equivalent.

Compensation and Benefits
Interns are provided free onsite housing and a $1,200.00 per month stipend.
To Apply:
Applicants can submit a cover letter, resume and two letters of recommendation to:
Safehavenwildlife1@gmail.com.
Submitted materials will be reviewed and an interview scheduled.