TEMPORARY​/INTERNSHIP Wildlife Rehabilitation​/Maintenance Tech – Frisco Creek Wildlife Facility

Wildlife Rehabilitation/Maintenance Intern

This is a temporary position (9 months or less) paying $18.00 per hour employment starts August 2026 and goes through November 2026. To apply, please submit only your application (without attachments such as resumes or cover letters). This announcement will remain open until filled. You are encouraged to apply early.

The mission of the Colorado Department of Natural Resources is to develop, preserve, and enhance the state's natural resources for the benefit and enjoyment of current and future citizens and visitors. In an effort to build diversity and inclusion we welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) Our Mission is to perpetuate the wildlife resources of the state, to provide a quality state parks system, and to provide enjoyable and sustainable outdoor recreation opportunities that educate and inspire current and future generations to serve as active stewards of Colorado's natural resources.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is seeking a dynamic, hard-working Wildlife Rehabilitation/Maintenance Intern for the Frisco Creek Wildlife Facility. This unique position splits time equally between hands-on wildlife rehabilitation and vital facility maintenance. Training will be provided for all duties—no prior experience is necessary! The Frisco Creek facility rehabilitates injured and orphaned wildlife with the ultimate goal of returning them to the wild.

Species you may assist with include:

• Mammals:
  Black bear, bobcat, and American Badger
• Birds of Prey:
  Eagles, hawks, owls, and falcons

Key Responsibilities

• Wildlife Rehabilitation (approx. 50%):
  Assist with medical care, feeding, cage/pen cleaning, exercise, transport, and release of animals.
• Property & Facility Maintenance (approx. 50%):
  Assist with general property work including the cleaning/maintenance/construction of pens, cages, and buildings.

Position Details

• Schedule:
  
  Typically Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. However, flexibility is required; occasional weekend, evening, and holiday work may be necessary based on animal care needs. Accommodation can be made for some school schedules.
• Location:
  
  Rio Grande County, near Del Norte, CO (Elevation: 9,500 feet).

Education:

Intended for a current student or recent graduate, preferably working toward a degree in Natural Resources or a related field. Licensing & Transit:
Must possess a valid Driver's License and have reliable transportation to and from the work location near Del Norte, CO. Housing:
Housing is not provided. Applicants must secure their own local accommodation. Physical Demands:
Must be able to repeatedly lift 50 pounds in a single workday and perform strenuous physical activities (climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping).

Environmental Conditions:

Must be willing to work long hours under strenuous conditions in all types of weather at a high elevation of 9,500 feet. Independence:
Ability to work effectively both independently (often with little direct supervision) and collaboratively as part of a team. Background Check:
Applicants may be subject to the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.

We are committed to increasing a "Colorado for ALL" of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. The State of Colorado believes that a "Colorado for ALL" drives our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them.

Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national…