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Animal Behavior Research Intern

Wildlife Conservation Society
  • San Diego, CA
  • $545–$1,200
2 days ago

Job Description

Animal Behavior Research InternCentral Park Zoo Interns CPZ- ANIMAL EXHIBITS

Animal Behavioral Research Internship - Spring 2027

Location: Central Park Zoo, Queens Zoo, or Prospect Park Zoo

Department: Animal

Duration & Schedule: Spring 2027 (Late January/early February - May) Approx 8-12 weeks; 16-24 hours per week

Stipend: $545-$1200 total stipend (depending on duration and schedule) paid as one lump sum upon the completion of the position, less applicable taxes.

Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis but must be received by December 1, 2026; The position may be filled before the deadline. Candidates are encouraged to apply early.

Internship Summary:

This internship will provide interns with a well-rounded deep dive into conducting animal behavior and observational studies within a zoo setting. Interns will be guided in designing and carrying out a study, analyzing results, and sharing findings.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Interns will learn how to design and carry out a behavior study within a zoo including various kinds of study design and collection methods
  • Interns will learn best practices for rigorous data collection
  • Interns will be guided through phases of study design and behavior methodology tailored to zoo-housed animals.
  • Interns will receive training and support in data analysis and prepare a final presentation or report summarizing findings and future recommendations

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • Must be a current student enrolled in a degree-granting program
  • Ability to operate well in a busy and fast paced environment
  • Must be eligible to work in the United States
  • Must successfully pass a background screening if accepted (provided by WCS)

Important Information about the Application

To be fully considered for this role, applicants must upload both a resume and cover letter. Your cover letter should indicate why you are interested in the position and how it relates to your goals.

$545-$1200926761No5168399910.00.023-Oct-2026

Numbers & Facts

LocationSan Diego, CA
IndustryAll
Salary$545–$1,200
Year Founded1895
Websitehttp://www.wcs.org/about-us.aspx

About Company

The Wildlife Conservation Society, founded in 1895, has the clear mission to save wildlife and wild places across the globe. Our story began in the early 1900's when we successfully helped the American bison recover on the Western Plains. Today, we protect many of the world's iconic creatures here and abroad, including gorillas in the Congo, tigers in India, wolverines in the Yellowstone Rockies, and ocean giants in our world's amazing seascapes.

Since our founding, we have forged the power of our global conservation work and the management of our five parks in New York City to create the world's most comprehensive conservation organization. We currently manage about 500 conservation projects in more than 60 countries; and educate millions of visitors at our five living institutions in New York City on important issues affecting our planet. Our parks include: the Bronx Zoo, New York Aquarium, Central Park Zoo, Prospect Park Zoo and Queens Zoo.



Skills

  • Animal Researchunmatched
  • Best Practicesunmatched
  • Conduct Studiesunmatched
  • Data Analysisunmatched
  • Data Collectionunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched

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