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Non-Profit Animal Rescue Internship

Oviedo, FL · On-site

$12.75 - $15.25/hr

This internship will teach direct responsibilities in working with a non-profit. Ideal candidates would be interested in running a business or non-profit, human services, volunteering, animal rescue ...

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How much do animal internships jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for animal internships in Florida is $15.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.93 and $18.70 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an animal internship?

An animal internship is a temporary position that provides hands-on experience working with animals in various settings, such as zoos, shelters, veterinary clinics, or research facilities. Interns may assist with animal care, rehabilitation, research, or educational programs under the supervision of professionals. These internships help individuals gain practical skills, build resumes, and explore career paths in animal-related fields.

What does an animal intern do?

As an animal intern, you can expect to be actively involved in daily care routines, such as feeding, cleaning enclosures, monitoring animal health, and providing enrichment activities. You may assist with basic medical care under supervision and help maintain animal records. Interns often work closely with veterinarians, animal caregivers, and other staff, gaining hands-on experience in a collaborative team setting. This role offers valuable insights into animal behavior and care practices, making it an excellent stepping stone for careers in animal science, veterinary medicine, or wildlife conservation.

What skills and qualifications are needed for an animal internship?

To thrive in an Animal Internship, you typically need a passion for animal care, basic animal handling knowledge, and usually a high school diploma or enrollment in a related college program. Experience with animal management software or familiarity with tools used in animal care facilities, such as feeding logs and cleaning equipment, can be beneficial. Strong communication, teamwork, and attention to detail are highly valued soft skills in this role. These abilities are important because they ensure the safety and well-being of animals and foster effective collaboration in animal care environments.

What are the most commonly searched types of Animal Internships jobs in Florida?

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What cities in Florida are hiring for Animal Internships jobs?

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Infographic showing various Animal Internships job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 73% Full Time, and 27% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $32,718 per year, or $15.7 per hour.

Non-Profit Animal Rescue Internship

The Pixel Fund

Oviedo, FL

$12.75 - $15.25/hr

Internship

Re-posted 24 days ago


Job description

Company Description

The Pixel Fund, a division of Pixel's Posse, operates with an all volunteer team, including its board of directors. We operate with a headquarters in Southern Maine and a satellite offices in Georgia and Florida. We rely on our dedicated network of fosters and rescue partners to pull pets to safety from high kill shelters, get them healthy and ready for adoption, transport them carefully, and on our many Facebook and local friends and family members who help us network these wonderful animals to help find them their forever homes. It is truly a team effort of love and lifesaving.

Job Description

The Pixel Fund is currently looking for a forward-thinking, animal-loving student who would be interested in working with our non-profit and a team of 100+ volunteers. This is a perfect opportunity for any student needing volunteer hours for scholarships as well!

This internship will teach direct responsibilities in working with a non-profit. Ideal candidates would be interested in running a business or non-profit, human services, volunteering, animal rescue, public relations or marketing. We'd love a student who can bring new and fresh ideas to marketing the organization and our animals, create new fundraising events and work with our fosters to increase community support!

Primary duties will include:

  • Retrieving animal veterinarian records
  • Scanning and inputting vet records in to each animal's profile
  • Participating in adoption events when able
  • Assisting with marketing photo shoots
  • Developing creative ways to market rescue animals
  • Working on ideas for new fundraising efforts
  • One hour/week assisting with our kitten condos at local pet stores
  • Other admin or marketing tasks as needed

This is a great opportunity to work with a non-profit and gain valuable insight to the animal rescue world. Our ideal candidate would be able to donate 8 hours per week (one day), however we can absolutely approve more hours if they're needed for scholarship or volunteer hour commitments.

Additional Information

Since The Pixel Fund doesn't have local admin offices, work will be conducted out of the Kristen Weaver Photography office in Oviedo, FL (approx. 10 minutes from UCF) and under the direction of the Internship Director, Kristen Weaver.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.