Bear Educator; Fall

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• Assist in captive black bear care by: feeding and food preparation, maintaining a feeding schedule and following seasonal diet guidelines, habitat maintenance, and providing enrichment
• Engage our guests in conversation, answer questions, and help direct them to info and exhibits within the NABC museum
• Assist in programming for our guests in a professional manner by guiding behind the scenes tours, programs, and online live broadcasts
• Continued learning of all educational information provided by the NABC and staff
• Completion of an independent intern project
• Other duties as assigned

Please note:

We are a no-contact facility. You will not be in physical contact with any of the bears under any circumstances.

• Currently enrolled (or recently graduated) in a college/university pursuing a degree in Natural Resources, Biology, Zoology, Ecology, Animal Behavior, Conservation, or related field.
• 18+ years of age
• Eagerness to learn about animals and their environments.
• Comfortable with public speaking and communication.
• Comfortable completing duties and living with people of different diverse backgrounds
• Comfortable completing duties outdoors in a variety of conditions and terrain