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Work a flexible schedule/hours based on business need, to include opening, mid-, and closing shifts; nights, weekends, and holidays. * Must be flexible in work locations as placement will depend on ...

Work a flexible schedule/hours based on business need, to include opening, mid-, and closing shifts; nights, weekends, and holidays. * Must be flexible in work locations as placement will depend on ...

... weekend day shift, as part of a 5-day work schedule (Sunday to Thursday) to ensure continuity of care and study execution. Key Responsibilities: * Aviculture: Must be comfortable safely ...

... weekend day shift, as part of a 5-day work schedule (Sunday to Thursday) to ensure continuity of care and study execution. Key Responsibilities: * Aviculture: Must be comfortable safely ...

... weekend day shift, as part of a 5-day work schedule (Sunday to Thursday) to ensure continuity of care and study execution. Key Responsibilities: * Aviculture: Must be comfortable safely ...

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Aviculture Intern - Fall 2026

Aviculture Intern - Fall 2026

Wildlife Conservation Society

New York, NY • On-site

$800 - $1.2K/day

Other

Posted 4 days ago


Wildlife Conservation Society rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

13th of 35 rated wildlife parks and zoos


Job description

Aviculture Intern - Fall 2026
Location: Bronx Zoo
Department: Ornithology
Duration: Fall 2026- September- December; approximately 12 weeks
Schedule: 2-3 days per weeks (at least one weekend day)
Stipend: $800- $1200 total stipend (depending on length of internship) to be paid as one lump sum upon completion of the position, less applicable taxes.
Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis but must be received by August 14, 2026. The position may be filled before the deadline. Candidates are encouraged to apply early.

 

Internship Summary:

The Bronx Zoo's Ornithology Department is seeking an intern with a desire to learn aviculture and the care of a variety of birds within the zoo's avian collection. Interns will gain hands-on experience with the professional and technical skills involved in daily animal care-primarily birds, with some exposure to mammals, reptiles, fish, and invertebrates. Learning directly under Ornithology Department keepers, interns will be introduced to a comprehensive range of zoo operations, including animal husbandry, diet and nutrition, exhibit maintenance, animal transfers, and record keeping. Interns will report to a supervisor or manager, with opportunities to shadow and learn from Senior Keepers and Wild Animal Keepers in their assigned section. By the end of the internship, each intern will complete a research project or written paper exploring an aspect of aviculture of their choosing.


Learning Outcomes:

  • You will learn the daily aviculture routines, including how we prepare and follow prescribed diets and feeding procedures for the collection
  • You  will learn how to observe animal health and behavior on a daily basis
  • You will learn how to maintain accurate records-including health, behavior, enrichment, operant conditioning, and visitor engagement data-using tools such as ZIMS, internal ID cards, incubation and natal records, and daily reports
  • You will learn how zoos monitor and interpret animal behavior, and how training and enrichment programs are used in avian areas
  • You will learn best practices for visitor engagement and public speaking during animal enrichment demonstrations, including how to interact professionally and courteously with the public and Bronx Zoo staff.
  • You will collaborate with an assigned avian staff member to identify and develop a personal project, which you'll work on over the course of your internship

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