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Caldwell Zoo
Veterinary Medicine Internship
Fall 2024
Monthly stipend & On-Site housing provided
The Caldwell Zoo Veterinary Department is seeking a highly motivated, hard-working, professional minded student or recent college graduate interested in gaining on-the-job experience in wildlife/zoo medicine.
Under the supervision and direction of the veterinary staff, the veterinary medicine intern will participate in and/or become familiar with all aspects of the veterinary department, including but not limited to:
Animal assessments - physical/visual examination, immobilization equipment, procedure preparation, clinical skills, anesthesia, radiology
Lab/Diagnostic testing - sample collection/processing, testing, shipping
Housekeeping - hospital and equipment cleaning/maintenance
Record keeping - note taking, filing, electronic medical records (ZIMS)
Animal husbandry - hospitalized and/or quarantine animal care
Visitor relations - opportunity for guest interaction
Requirements
Must be 18 years of age or older
Must be a college sophomore or have a higher classification
Overall GPA must be 2.5 or higher
Negative TB test
Previous veterinary clinical experience and/or zoo experience preferred
Fall Internship (Aug-Dec)
Deadline for applications Aug. 1st
Perks
Housing
Salary
Stipend
How to Apply
If you are interested, please send a letter of interest and résumé to:
Lindsey Clanton, Registrar
Caldwell Zoo
P.O. Box 4785
Tyler, TX 75712
lclanton@caldwellzoo.org
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
Caldwell Zoo
2203 MLK Blvd
Tyler, TX 75702
Phone: 9035930121
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