Veterinary Medicine Internship

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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