Title: Animal Care Program Internship - Lincoln Park Adoption Center
Commitment: 12 – 20 hours per week over a 3-6-month semester, minimum 100 hours
Location: Pippen Fasseas Adoption Center, 1997 N. Clybourn Ave Chicago, IL 60614
Title: Animal Care Program Internship - Medical Center
Commitment: 12 – 20 hours per week over a 3-6-month semester, minimum 100 hours
Location: Medical Center, 3516 W. 26th Street Chicago, IL 60623
The PAWS Chicago Animal Care Team plays one of the most crucial roles in the organization – the direct care of all PAWS Chicago animals. PAWS Chicago is seeking interns to support our animal care team by providing direct care of animals, including dog walking, cat socialization, cleaning, and shelter maintenance.
Duties and Responsibilities
Interns will engage in a variety of areas including, but not limited to:
- Participating in the daily care of all animals (dogs and cats).
- Following cleaning, feeding, and watering protocols to maintain the health of the animals.
- Providing enrichment and socialization to the animals.
- Ensuring the animal housing areas are organized and presentable.
- Identifying and communicating animal health and/or behavioral observations.
Requirements
- Passion for animals and belief in our mission to create a No Kill Chicago
- Ability to remain on feet for long periods of time and perform physical tasks that include but are not limited to climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling, twisting, reaching, crawling, holding, and lifting.
- Ability to adapt, and solve problems proactively
- Positive attitude and willingness to go “the extra mile”
- Comfort working with others, including staff and volunteers
- Previous experience performing animal care activities is desirable
- A genuine interest in, and desire to learn more about animal welfare and the No Kill movement
This internship may interest you if you are interested in the following fields: Animal Care, Animal Science, Animal Sheltering, Biology, Shelter Management, Veterinary Services, Zoology.
This role is only available in-person.
Please note that all PAWS Chicago internships are unpaid.
