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Bear Educator Intern - Fall 2021

The goal of the North American Bear Center Internship program is to give interns a strong background in black bear biology, ecology, behavior and captive care as well as Northwoods ecology, biology and small animal care in order to accurately educate the general public. This program is intended to directly support the mission statement of the North American Bear Center. This internship program is ideal for undergraduate and graduate students exploring careers in wildlife biology, zoology, environmental sciences, ecology, wildlife management, and animal behavior. These fields of study will be given preference in the selection process. 

This internship program is ideal for undergraduate and graduate students exploring careers in wildlife biology, zoology, environmental sciences, ecology, wildlife management, and animal behavior. These fields will be given preference in the selection process.
 
Interns will educate NABC visitors about the four ambassador bears (via on-site programs and Q&A) and wild black bear behavior (via videos, exhibits, and Q&A). You will be required to give Behind the Scenes tours to visitors. This position will be responsible for all aspects of bear care including maintaining a clean bear enclosure, bear foraging feedings, bear enrichment activities, and food preparation. Worldwide broadcasts of our daily bear enrichments will require speaking to our on-site and global followers. This position will require giving visitors information on local flora and fauna. Some additional research on these animals may be required to effectively lead a program. 
To learn more you can view our internship video here:

Personal Traits:
- At least 18 years of age.
- Fluent in English language.
- Desire to educate the public about black bears.
- Calm and positive demeanor.
- Good observation, judgment, and problem-solving skills.
- Reliable and highly motivated.
- Comfortable interacting with diverse groups of people.
- Willing to work in a team environment.
 
Knowledge:
- Successful completion of a one on one training session.
- Familiarity with the information on bear.org and bearstudy.org.
- Teaching or public speaking background is helpful.
 
Abilities:
- Work under supervision.
- Stand for 6 hours, lift 30 pounds, and walk quickly over uneven ground.
- Operate small powered equipment safely.
- Improvise, adapt, and overcome to any unforeseen action of the bears.
- Valid drivers license.
- Current passport and visa from home country if not a US resident.

Housing will be provided at a local college or other designated location.

$1,500 stipend