Prairie Grouse Conservation Internship

Prairie Grouse Conservation Internship

Fossil Rim Wildlife Center offers its Prairie Grouse Conservation Internship from April to August. This breeding program is paramount in the reintroduction and recovery of the highly endangered Attwater's prairie chicken. Interns take part in the daily feeding, cleaning, diet preparation, visual observations, chick development, and daily assessments. Healthy chicks are then slotted for future breeding, or for the annual U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service release program.

Interns will be required to work weekends, holidays and in inclement weather including 100º temperatures. Strong communication and organizational skills are necessary as well as attention to fine details. Being able to work independently but in a team atmosphere is also required.

$400/month stipend and free onsite housing in a shared living environment is mandatory during your internship.

Qualification:

Resumes will be accepted through March 1st for the upcoming Spring season. This internship is only available during the spring semester. You must have a valid driver's license. International students must have a J1 or B1 visa before arrival. Fossil Rim will not sponsor or assist with the visa process. If selected, candidate must have a TB test conducted within 30 days prior to arrival for internship.

Please apply through our website. WE DO NOT accept applications via email. Click the "Apply for this Position" button, fill out the form, upload the required documents, and click the "Submit Application" button. We require a cover letter, resume, and three contactable references. It is best if you list the references in your cover letter.