Intern Educator/Reptile Caretaker

Here’s a 150-word Handshake “Quick Apply” version of the Educator / Animal Care Internship — concise, student-focused, and aligned with EcoVivarium’s voice and mission:

Educator / Animal Care Intern – EcoVivarium Reptile Sanctuary & Museum (Escondido, CA)
Step into a hands-on role where science meets compassion! EcoVivarium is a nonprofit living museum and reptile sanctuary home to hundreds of rescued reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates. Interns gain real-world experience in animal care, conservation education, and nonprofit operations. You’ll help feed and enrich animal ambassadors, assist with tours and school programs, and inspire curiosity in visitors of all ages. Ideal for students in Biology, Zoology, Education, Pre-Veterinary, or Environmental Science.
Skills gained: animal (reptile) husbandry, communication, teamwork, and public engagement.
Schedule: 10–15 hrs/week, including weekends.
Benefits: academic credit, mentorship, professional references, and hands-on experience with hundreds of animals.
Mission: Rescue Today. Inspire for Generations.
To apply, email Admin@EcoVivarium.org with your resume, area of focus (Education, Animal Care, or Both), and availability.