Rhino Internship
Company: Fossil Rim Wildlife Center
Location: Glen Rose
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Rhino Internship Full-time internship Must be 21 years of age at
the start of the internship Please specify which season you are
applying for. Spring: January – May Summer: May – August Fall:
August – December Application deadlines: Spring (January-May)
deadline for applications is October 1st Summer (May-August)
deadline is March 1st Fall (August-December) deadline is June 1st
The Rhino Intern is given the day-to-day responsibility of the
Black Rhino herd. Training will include (but is not limited to):
Preparation and feeding of diets Cleaning and maintenance of the
Black Rhino barn, yards and mechanical room Stocking of feed, hay,
alfalfa and produce Completing daily reports for feed consumption,
health notes and training schedules General monitoring of animals’
health and welfare Behavioral observations as needed Reinforce
trained behaviors with the black rhinos Specific veterinary
procedures (fecal sample collection, assist with blood collection,
ultrasound procedure, semen collection and administration of
medications) Assist with other vet procedures Completion of
independent project Desired Experience, Capabilities and
Educational Skills: Undergraduate degree in wildlife management,
conservation biology, or a related scientific discipline attained
prior to start of internship. Previous internships strongly
recommended. You must also have a valid driver’s license.
Stipend/Housing: A $400/mo stipend (for expenses) and free onsite
housing in a shared living environment is mandatory during your
internship. If required, transportation to and from training area
will be provided. International students must have a J1 or B1 visa
before arrival. Fossil Rim will not sponsor or assist with the visa
process. If selected, candidate must have a TB test conducted
within 30 days prior to arrival for internship. Please apply
through our website. WE DO NOT accept applications via email. Click
the “Apply for this Position” button, fill out the form, upload the
required documents, and click the “Submit Application” button. We
require a cover letter, résumé, and contact information for 3
professional references.
Keywords: Fossil Rim Wildlife Center, Mansfield , Rhino Internship, Science, Research & Development , Glen Rose, Texas
