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2021 Summer Commissary Internship

Blank Park Zoo
Summer 2021 Commissary Internship

The Blank Park Zoo is now accepting applications for the Summer 2021 commissary internship. Internships are open to hard working, motivated candidates considering a career in zoo keeping or animal nutrition. Internships are unpaid; housing and transportation are the responsibility of the intern. Summer intern dates are as follows: May 31st – August 7th, 2021.

Description of intern duties & responsibilities:
 
  • Assist commissary staff with daily duties
  • This includes diet preparation, cleaning, disinfections, and stocking
  • Dedicated intern that is willing be at the Zoo at least two days a week from 8:30 – 4:00pm
  • Showing up on time and when scheduled
  • Learning diet preparation and sanitation practices
  • Cleaning kitchen and feed storage areas
  • Seasonally – assist with garden
  • Reporting any problems to the commissary staff

Requirements:
  • 18 years or older, currently enrolled in college and receiving college credit for the internship.
  • On the first day of orientation interns must provide proof from their university that the internship will be for college credit. A letter from college advisor is acceptable.
  • Preference given to those students studying zoology, ecology, animal nutrition, or related field.
  • Must be a positive, effective team member and be able to establish professional working relationships
  • Successfully complete a background check
  • Capable of lifting 25 lbs.
  • Stand for extended periods of time
  • Able to cut vegetables & fruit safely
  • Be able to follow detailed directions and ask questions if clarification needed
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to take initiative
  • Does not mind strong smells
  • Available a minimum: two days week, totaling a maximum of 8 hours per week from, including weekends and holidays.
 
To apply, please send Commissary Intern Application, resume and cover letter to: Christine Eckles, Director of Volunteers & Guest Engagement, 7401 SW 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50315 or email: cneckles@blankparkzoo.org.

Application can be found: https://www.blankparkzoo.com/support-the-zoo/volunteer/blank-park-zoo-internship-program/blank-park-zoo-commissary-internship/
 
Handshake will redirect applicants to our online application system for the Commissary Intern position.
 
 
Application Deadline: March 1st, 2021