Internship positions at the U.S. Geological Survey
There are openings for unpaid internship positions at the U.S. Geological Survey Patuxent Wildlife Research Center in Laurel, MD, starting ASAP and continuing into the winter, with the possibility of extension into the spring/summer. This internship involves assisting with animal care and research at a captive colony of sea ducks and diving ducks.
Primary responsibilities include:
In addition to the primary responsibilities listed, the intern may have the opportunity to assist with research if there are active research projects.
The ideal applicant: will have experience working with animals (preference with birds), and be willing to work outside in all weather conditions. The internship is part-time during the work-week, and requires a minimum of six (6) hours a week. Course credit through the university may be possible with approval from your academic department. The applicant must provide their own transportation to the center.
These positions offer an excellent opportunity for qualified and motivated individuals to obtain animal care experience under the mentorship of both graduate students and U.S. Geological Survey scientists and veterinarians. Both students and recent graduates are encouraged to apply. If you are interested, please send a resume and brief letter of interest to Sharon Peregoy at: speregoy@usgs.gov
Patuxent Wildlife Research Center
There are openings for unpaid internship positions at the U.S. Geological Survey Patuxent Wildlife Research Center in Laurel, MD, starting ASAP and continuing into the winter, with the possibility of extension into the spring/summer. This internship involves assisting with animal care and research at a captive colony of sea ducks and diving ducks.
Primary responsibilities include:
- assisting with daily care of birds
- performing maintenance/cleaning tasks
In addition to the primary responsibilities listed, the intern may have the opportunity to assist with research if there are active research projects.
The ideal applicant: will have experience working with animals (preference with birds), and be willing to work outside in all weather conditions. The internship is part-time during the work-week, and requires a minimum of six (6) hours a week. Course credit through the university may be possible with approval from your academic department. The applicant must provide their own transportation to the center.
These positions offer an excellent opportunity for qualified and motivated individuals to obtain animal care experience under the mentorship of both graduate students and U.S. Geological Survey scientists and veterinarians. Both students and recent graduates are encouraged to apply. If you are interested, please send a resume and brief letter of interest to Sharon Peregoy at: speregoy@usgs.gov