Program Description: California Wildlife Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and release of injured and orphaned native wildlife. CWC fulfills this mission through marine mammal rescue and rehabilitation, and treatment of avian and terrestrial wildlife at our rehabilitation facility. This internship will provide an exciting and challenging education experience in the marine mammal field. The interns will be working closely with Marine Department staff in all aspects of stranding response and rehabilitation. Time commitment: 32 hours per week minimum. Session Information: Start and end dates somewhat flexible Session I - mid February to mid April Session II - beginning of April to end of May Session III - mid May to mid July Session IV - beginning of July to end of August Application Deadlines: Sessions I & II, January 15 Sessions III & IV, March 31 Intern Qualifications: The internship is open to all applicants at least 18 years of age or older. Undergraduate students and non-students alike are encouraged to apply. If the intern intends to receive academic credit, the intern will be reponsible for making all arrangements with their education institutions. Due to the unpredictable nature of marine mammal stranding repsponse, interns may sometimes be required to work beyond their normal scheduled hours. Interns must be able and willing to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays. Interns will be required to have good physical strength and the ability to lift/carry 50 pounds. Animal care and/or marine mammal experience is a plus but not a requirement. Housing/Transportation: Housing and transportation are the responsibility of the intern. Must have own transportation and current drivers license. Application Process: Letter of intent, stating which Session(s) you are applying for Resume Two letters of reference Proof of vaccinations (tetanus) Submit the above items via email to: Jeff Hall Marine Program Manager jeff@cawildlife.org Please visit our website for more information: www.cawildlife.org