About Barn SanctuaryFounded in 2016, Barn Sanctuary has rapidly grown into one of the largest and most well-known farmed animal sanctuaries in the country. Currently, over 100 rescued farmed animals including cows, pigs, chickens, turkeys, ducks, sheep, donkeys, and goats call Barn Sanctuary home. Our mission is simple: to rescue and rehabilitate abused and neglected farmed animals by creating a safe haven where these individuals can recover, thrive, and serve as an example of why we strive to lead society towards a plant-based lifestyle.Job OverviewAnimal Care Interns gain experience working at a nonprofit sanctuary with over 100 animal residents covering 8 different species, learn valuable skills related to animal health and behavior, get the chance to work with many special needs animals as well as perform other day to day duties.Interns will report to the Animal Care Supervisor while working closely with the Animal Caregivers and Shelter Team and may also occasionally coordinate with other departmental staff and volunteers.Your time interning with the Animal Care Team is valued very much. We could not maintain our high standards of care without the help of interns and volunteers.SpecificationsWe can offer flexibility with weekly hours and length of the internship to accommodate academic/work schedules.Part time internships are available, with a minimum of 24 hours per week.12 week minimum commitment.Openings are available year-round.This is a paid internship with an hourly rate of $10.33.This internship will be performed 100% on site and interns must be able to commute and provide their own transportation.Interns must be prepared to work in all weather conditions and plan to dress appropriately.All necessary PPE will be provided.Interns must be 18 or older.Complete, current, and future booster COVID19 vaccinations as recommended by the CDC are required for interns.Duties & ResponsibilitiesCleaning and refilling resident watersMucking barns and coopsAssisting Animal Care staff with preparing food for residentsStocking food & medical supplies in the various buildingsApplying sunscreen and fly spray to residents that require itCooking and distributing eggs to the birdsChopping and distributing fresh produce to the animalsAssisting with resident medical proceduresShadowing Animal Caregivers daily routinesConducting a research project on an animal welfare topic of personal interestImplementing findings of research with the residents at the sanctuaryGeneral RequirementsInterest in animal care, veterinary science, animal behavior, nonprofit sanctuary workCommitment to Barn Sanctuary’s organization goals and missionAbility to lift 50 pounds and do general physical workStrong attention to detailAbility to work independently and as part of a teamStrong communication skillsFlexibility and openness to a multitude of tasksWillingness to learn new thingsExtremely reliableEquality is a core value at Barn Sanctuary. Creating a culture of Equality isn’t just the right thing to do, it’s also the smart thing. Diverse organizations are more innovative and better positioned to succeed in changing the world for the better. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.