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Department Function
Penguin interns must have a flexible schedule and work 5 days a week 7:30 to 4:00. Must be able to lift 50 pounds. Interns will be working with our collection of African penguins to assist with food preparation, vitamin dispersal, record keeping, exhibit maintenance, enrichment, basic husbandry care and feeding of our colony. Interns may also be asked to participate in training, media opportunities and in encounter programs.
Daily Duties
- Assist staff with preparing diets
- Cleaning and maintenance of exhibits and back-up areas
- Record keeping
- Feeding penguins
- Assist Husbandry staff and veterinarians with medical procedures
- Assist with the training of husbandry behaviors
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