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Stark County Auditor

$13.50 - $18.25/hr

... programing, data collection and entry, etc. * Student may be asked to help with basic general ... Some (3-6 months minimum) wildlife rehabilitation, or veterinary experience, or related field ...

ZooTampa

Design & Engineering Internship

Tampa, FL · On-site

$15.75 - $20.50/hr

We have grown to what now encompasses 56 acres of naturalistic wildlife habitats in a lush ... educational programming, fun recreational amenities, up-close animal encounters and engaging ...

Benchmark

Facilities Engineering Manager

Fort Myers, FL

$101K/yr

The 330-acre retreat and wildlife nature preserve on the Florida Gulf Coast offers elevated coastal ... Inform the Chief Engineer and Director of Engineering on a regular basis regarding the specific and ...

City of Coconut Creek

$15/hr

Utilities and Engineering Administration Building 5295 Johnson Road, Coconut Creek, FL 33073 ... animals/wildlife, toxic/poisonous agents, gases or chemicals, oils and other cutting fluids ...

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How much do wildlife engineering jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for wildlife engineering in Florida is $17.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.74 and $18.32 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a wildlife engineer?

A Wildlife Engineering job involves applying engineering principles to conserve, manage, and restore wildlife habitats and ecosystems. Professionals in this field work on designing wildlife crossings, restoring natural waterways, and developing infrastructure that minimizes environmental impact. They collaborate with biologists, ecologists, and conservationists to ensure that human developments coexist with wildlife. Their work often includes GIS mapping, environmental impact assessments, and sustainability planning.

What does a wildlife engineer do?

Wildlife Engineers often conduct field surveys to assess habitats, monitor wildlife populations, and collect environmental data. They design engineering solutions such as wildlife crossings or habitat restoration projects, analyze project impacts, and prepare technical reports for regulators and stakeholders. Collaboration with biologists, land managers, and government agencies is common, as is participating in public meetings or educational outreach. Fieldwork may require travel and working in diverse environments, while office tasks involve data analysis and project planning.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a wildlife engineer?

To thrive in Wildlife Engineering, you need a solid background in biological sciences, environmental engineering, and habitat management, typically supported by a relevant bachelor's or master's degree. Experience with GIS mapping software, environmental impact assessment tools, and certifications such as Professional Engineer (PE) or Wildlife Society credentials are highly valued. Excellent problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills help wildlife engineers collaborate with diverse stakeholders and adapt to fieldwork challenges. These competencies are crucial for creating effective solutions that balance ecological health with human development.

How much do wildlife engineers make?

Wildlife engineers typically earn a median annual salary of around $60,000 to $80,000, depending on experience, education, and location. Entry-level positions may start lower, while experienced professionals with specialized skills or certifications can earn higher salaries, especially in environmental consulting or research roles.

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Infographic showing various Wildlife Engineering job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 73% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 5% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $36,071 per year, or $17.3 per hour.

Wildlife Ambassador Enrichment Internship - Unpaid

Stark County Auditor

On-site

$13.50 - $18.25/hr

Part-time, Internship

Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description

The Stark County Park District is currently seeking unpaid, part-time Wildlife Ambassador Enrichment interns to further their education in animal enrichment and experience at our Wildlife Conservation Center. If you're passionate about wildlife animals big and small and wish to gain some hands-on experience in animal care, we're the place for you!

Essential Functions:

  • Gain a working knowledge of Ohio's native wildlife, human/wildlife conflicts, non-lethal solutions, and state and federal regulations governing wildlife rehabilitation.
  • With close supervision care for education animals (cleaning, diets, and enrichments) and learn species specific daily enrichment practices for our education animals and some rehabilitation animals through diets, caging criteria, handling techniques, toys, programing, data collection and entry, etc.
  • Student may be asked to help with basic general duties as needed such as: laundry, dishes, cage cleaning, equipment cleaning, etc.
  • Students will also be responsible for creating and completing a project, Featured Case featuring a novel enrichment item and any findings from their enrichment item. This feature will be displayed on our website and/or face book for public viewing.
  • Gain valuable customer service, communication, listening and leadership skills through customer interactions.
  • Encounter moderate to frequent exposure to insects, poisonous vegetation, zoonotic diseases and moderate exposure to outside weather conditions throughout the year.

Skills/Experience/Abilities:

  • Must currently be actively working on a degree in field of biology, pre-vet, zoology, conservation, or equivalent field(s)
  • Lower or upper-class students encouraged to apply
  • Effective organizational skills
  • Effective interpersonal skills
  • GPA of 3.00 or higher preferred

Basic Requirements:

Some (3-6 months minimum) wildlife rehabilitation, or veterinary experience, or related field preferred interest in animal enrichment research required. Ohio state certification in Wildlife Rehabilitation I preferred, not required. Please note that students will not be able to care for any Rabies Vector Species (RVS) unless they are up to date on vaccinations and have signed off on appropriate waivers as per the Wildlife Conservation Center policy.

Hours: 12-24 hours a week for a duration of 14 weeks, August through December 2026. Ability to work a pre-determined hours and days of the week and a varied schedule including weekends is required. Typical scheduled shifts are 8:00a.m. 2:00p.m. and 2:00p.m. 8:00p.m. but may vary with advance notice.

EOE - M/F/D/V

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