Fall Internship - Children s Zoo

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1 Fall Internship - Children s Zoo Organization: Location: Job or Internship: Rolling Hills Zoo (AZA Member) Salina, Kansas, United States of America Internship (unpaid) Rolling Hills Zoo is currently accepting applications from motivated applicants to participate in an unpaid internship with the children s zoo! This unique experience allows interns to work side-by-side with keepers, gain hands-on experience, and observe different training sessions. Under the direction of our Head Keeper, interns will provide daily care and management to zoo animals, animal training, enrichment, guest interaction, exhibit maintenance/design and other duties as assigned. This opportunity allows interns to work with our children s zoo & education animal collection, including birds of prey, sheep, goats, and a variety of small mammals! Candidates interested in this position should be self-motivated, dependable, have a positive attitude, and problem solving abilities. This internship program is designed to allow interns to learn: Diet preparations & feeding Exhibit maintenance for various areas, per AZA regulations Animal observations Animal training The development of animal enrichment and assessment Proper care and nutrition for the animals in their area Informal & formal guest interactions through keeper talks, demonstrations, education programs, etc. Requirements: Schedule: Applicant must be at least 18 years old and able to pass a background check. Have a tetanus shot and negative TB test. Must be enrolled in college and supply RHZ with a letter of intent from a professor, or have graduated in the past 6 months. Applicants must be able to work in different weather environments, be comfortable with walking, lifting (must be able to lift at least 50+ lbs.), and time outdoors. Physical exertion includes repetitive motions and climbing on a regular basis. Must be able to work both as a team member and independently. General knowledge of livestock & domestic species and coursework in biology/zoology are preferred but not required. Interns are required to work with the keeper(s) of their area to create and assess an original enrichment device. A one-time fee of $30 is required to offset the cost of the intern uniform shirt, application processing, nametag and training materials. Interns are expected to commit to a 3-12 month program. Interns will have a Friday- Monday schedule working from 7:00a.m.-6:00 p.m. Rolling Hills Zoo is open 364 days a year; consequently, interns may be schedule to participate on holidays.

2 College Credit: We will work with your college/university to offer college credit, however it is your responsibility to arrange this. We will provide any documentation your school requires for credit hours. To Apply: We are accepting applications until July 31, Successful applicants must start by Friday, August 21 st. To submit an application, please visit our website: Applicants must also submit a resume, cover letter, and references. Complete the Intern Application and submit to Melissa Mahoney at volunteer@rollinghillszoo.org or mail to Rolling Hills Zoo 625 N. Hedville Rd. Salina, Kansas Call Melissa with any questions at ext. 153.

3 Animal Husbandry Internship-Children s Zoo Rolling Hills Zoo Purpose: To fulfill the needs of a student desiring internship credit while gaining real-world experience in the field of Zoo Keeping. Objectives: - To fill a niche for students requiring or aspiring to receive college credit and experience. - To provide animal care in the designated area of the zoo on a regularly scheduled basis (to be determined at the time of application and dependent upon school requirements). - To educate students in proper and thorough care of animals in an AZA accredited institution. - To maintain exemplary animal care and enrichment. - To create an animal specific project to further the education of the student to be determined by the Curator, Assistant Curator and Head Keeper. To qualify, the student must meet the following requirements: - Be at least 18 years old - Must fill out a volunteer application - Must be able to pass a background check - Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university and present a letter of intent from their professor - Must have a current tetanus vaccine and a negative TB test - Must go through volunteer training with the Volunteer Department to include basic animal handling - Must have reliable transportation - Must be able to adhere to the uniform and appearance policy - Must be able to stand for long periods - Be able to lift 50+ lbs. - Must understand this position will require working indoors and out and in possible weather extremes Please be aware: - This internship receives the benefits of a volunteer position. It should not be misconstrued as having paid staff benefits, responsibilities or privileges unless otherwise authorized. - This internship is contingent upon fulfillment of requested duties while adhering to RHZ policies and the student may be dismissed with proper documentation. - It must be understood that above requirements are necessary but the intern must be flexible with requests made by staff members regarding animal care and the intern project. Student Signature Printed Name Date Date 625 N. Hedville Rd. Salina, KS ext. 117

4 CHILDREN S ZOO INTERNSHIP APPLICATION Name: Home Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: Best for Correspondence: College/University Attending: City: State: Major: Minor: Faculty Advisor: Phone: Year in School (circle): FR SO JR SR GRAD Other: Your College/University Schedule: Semesters Trimesters Other Relevant Coursework and Experience: (Please use more space if needed): Do you expect to receive credit for this Internship? Yes No Proposed Dates of Internship: From To Year Do you know of any restrictions on your availability? Which Internship are you applying for? 1 st Choice: 2 nd : Background checks are conducted for all potential interns. Please enclose: Cover Letter (addressed to Volunteer Coordinator ) Resume Send these documents to: Volunteer Coordinator RHZ 625 N. Hedville Rd. Salina, Kansas 67401

5 Background Check Have you ever been convicted of violating any laws other than minor traffic offenses? Have you ever been found guilty of, or are currently under investigation for violating wildlife regulations enacted by any of the various states, any Agency of the US Government, or those of a foreign nation? Yes No If yes, please explain: I authorize Rolling Hills Zoo to conduct an investigation into my background to the fullest extent allowed by law including, but not limited to the following investigations: Motor Vehicle Check DL# State Criminal Background Check Employment History Check I release all parties from liability for any damage that may result from furnishing such information. I acknowledge that any information discovered as a result of these investigations may prevent my being accepted into the volunteer program. I certify that the facts contained in this application are true and complete to the best of my knowledge and understand if accepted into the volunteer program, falsified statements or an omission of pertinent information of this application shall be grounds for dismissal at any time from the intern program. Date: Signature: Character references: 2 adults, not relatives you have known for at least one year Name Years known Relationship Phone # Cell # Address City & State Name Years known Relationship Phone # Cell # Address City & State Authorization to Release Information This is to inform you that, as part of considering you for interning with Rolling Hills Zoo, we may obtain all information relevant from all sources of education, employment, motor vehicle, criminal history, and personal character. All information obtained will be in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, labor and wage records etc., or any part thereof. Rolling Hills Zoo complies with the Fair Credit Reporting Act, which provides consumers with rights regarding investigative consumer reports and places specific obligations on employers using consumer reports. I authorize any duly authorized agent to obtain records, whether the said records are public or private, and including those, which may be deemed to be privileged or confidential in nature, and I release all persons from liability on account of such enclosures. I authorize, without reservation, any party or agency contacted by a duly authorized agent to furnish the above-mentioned information. Rolling Hills Zoo will not request a consumer report without a signed authorization. I have a right to request to the agency, upon proper identification, the nature and substance of all information in my files including sources of information, and the recipients of any of my reports, which the agency has furnished within a twoyear period preceding my request.

6 I have read the above information regarding Rolling Hills Zoo requesting a consumer report, and by my signature below, I give my consent to Rolling Hills Zoo to obtain an investigative consumer report from a duly authorized agent and/or any of their licensed agents. I understand and agree that any omission, false or misleading statement, or answer made by me on my application, any supplements, and/or interviews will be sufficient grounds for rejection from the Volunteer Program. I understand that in order to aid in the proper identification of my file or a record, the following information is necessary: Print Name: Social Security Number: - - Driver s License Number: State Issued: Date of Birth: (Month) (Day) (Year) Current Address: City/State/Zip: Applicant Signature: Date: