Provide crucial veterinary care for rescued wildlife

This Wildlife Veterinary internship is an incredible opportunity to help care for rescued animals. Poaching and illegal wildlife trafficking of orangutans and other endangered species are at crisis levels. Our Wildlife Rescue Centre in Jogjakarta (Yogyakarta in old spelling) Indonesia accepts and cares for rescued animals. Moreover, where possible, it rehabilitates and releases them back into the wild. However, behavioural and health conditions caused by previous owners mean for many animals the centre becomes their permanent home. The centre is seeking Wildlife Veterinary Interns to provide crucial care to its animals, which include gibbons, orangutans, sun bears, birds and other rainforest animals. Also, there is the chance to get involved in the coordination of volunteer activities.

Wildlife Veterinary Internship Responsibilities

The intern assists the resident veterinarian at the centre to:

• Examine and diagnose animals, and sedate if needed
• Test and vaccinate for diseases
• Evaluate and dress wounds
• Administer medication or fluids
• Perform surgery when needed
• Operate and maintain medical equipment
• Maintain medical records and supplies for the animals
• Lead and educate volunteers in husbandry and enrichment activities
• Educate volunteers about the rescue and release process.
• Share the local culture with volunteers by exploring the cuisine and other experiences such as traditional wax art, music and dance.