Intern - Veterinary Technician at PDZA

2 weeks ago


Tacoma, United States Metro Parks Tacoma Full time
Salary: $0.00 Hourly

Location : Tacoma, WA

Job Type: Intern

Job Number: InternVetTech23

Department: Zoological and Environmental Education

Opening Date: 12/30/2022

Closing Date: Continuous

Job Description

Metro Parks Tacoma (MPT) is a CAPRA-accredited and AZA-accredited, independent park district that leads efforts to build a healthy, sustainable community. Good parks, open space and program services contribute to economic development by fostering economic benefits and promoting tourism.

OUR CORE VALUES
These eight core values will guide future decisions, business and operations, and the manner in which MPT treats staff, customers and the community:
• Innovation • Excellence • Equity • Inclusiveness • Sustainability • Accountability • Safety • Fun

INTERNSHIP INFORMATION
This internship is offered only to senior students enrolled in a veterinary technology program with an accredited college or students who have just graduated.
This program is designed to provide experience and instruction in the following areas:

  • Introduction to basic husbandry and nutrition of zoo animals.
  • Aid with sample collection and laboratory processing.
  • Exposure to a variety of immobilization techniques (including dart systems).
  • Assist with anesthesia/surgical procedures and exotic animal treatments.
  • Participate in diagnostic radiographic techniques.
  • Learn medical data entry on ZIMS360.
  • Assist with hospital and medical equipment maintenance in a modern 8,000 square foot facility.
  • Involvement with necropsy procedures (when applicable).
  • Observe animal training techniques.
Minimum Qualifications

To apply for a Veterinary Technician internship within the Animal Health Care department at Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium you must:
  • Be a senior student enrolled in a veterinary technology program with an accredited college or have just recently graduated.
  • Fulfill college credit requirements if still enrolled in school.
  • Be capable of the physical abilities required to work with animals (i.e. lift 50 pounds, etc.).
  • Attach a cover letter including your career goals.
  • Attach a resume.
  • Submit answers to application questions if provided
  • Submit two letters of recommendation from an advisor or supervisor. These may be received via email or attached to the online application.
  • Undergo a phone, online or on-site interview.
  • Commit to a minimum of (40 hours a week) for at least 12 weeks
  • Once selected, provide proof of a tetanus vaccination within the past 5 years and a negative TB result within the last year.


Additional Information

Applications for a spring internship must be submitted Friday January 20, 2023.

For questions please contact:

No benefits provided with this unpaid internship

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Please indicate if you are still attending college or if you have recently graduated. Please also include the name of the college and your area of study.

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Please include the courses and experiences applicable to this internship.

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Please include what dates you are available for the internship and the days/hours you are available.

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Please explain what you expect to gain from this internship.

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How did you learn about this internship?

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What will you bring to this internship program? Please include both strengths and weaknesses.

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Please describe your ideal job (please be specific).

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If applicable, please provide the name of the professor sponsoring internship.

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Please indicate the quarter you are available for the internship.
  • Winter
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Fall


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