Opportunities and Learning Objectives: 

• Learn the basics of wildlife rehabilitation 
• Hand-feed nestling and fledgling songbirds 
• Prepare specially formulated diets for a wide variety of bird species 
• Learn how a species’ natural history, including diet, habitat, and social patterns affect its rehabilitation  
• Monitor and take notes on patient health and behavior under the direction of our technicians 
• Observe various diagnostic procedures including phlebotomy, microscopy, and radiography 
• Practice identification of common songbirds, raptors, and waterfowl  
• Learn how to be a wildlife professional across a variety of careers and pathways 
• Greet and interact with the public while assisting with bird admissions, phone calls, and guest inquiries 
• Develop and practice skills in teamwork, communication, time management, critical thinking,  and task prioritization 
• Experience workshops led by a variety of professionals currently working in the wildlife field 
• Learn about the interactions between human activity and wildlife populations 
• Become familiar with ethical, moral, and legal considerations regarding avian rehabilitation, rehabilitation of nuisance species, and the use of euthanasia
• Learn the impact of nuisance species on native wildlife 
• Observe the treatment of common human-caused issues, such as rodenticide poisoning, lead poisoning, and window strikes. 
• Educate the public on safe human-wildlife interactions 

The position includes observation of raptors but does not guarantee experience in raptor care or handling.