1. You must be at least 17 years old.
2. You must have insurance.
(If you have no insurance we will be unable to consider you for an internship.)
3. You must provide proof of being vaccinated for Rabies.
(Rabies vaccinations are not required to apply for the internship but, if you are accepted into the program, the series of shots must be completed prior to your start date)
4. You must provide proof of being vaccinated for Tetanus.
(Tetanus vaccinations are not required to apply for the internship but, if accepted into the program, you must receive the shot before your start date)
Paperwork to be submitted when applying:
All of the following can be submitted either by mail or fax. All paperwork must be submitted together as one packet
- Application
- 1 copy of your current resume
- 2 letters of recommendation (written by current professors, former professors/teachers, former/current employers)
Mailing Address:
Internship Coordinator
New England Wildlife Center
500 Columbian Street
South Weymouth, MA 02190
Fax: 781-682-4872
Email: newildlifecenter@gmail.com
I am a current DVM student finishing up my first year. I am interested in wildlife medicine and before starting veterinary school I volunteered at a wildlife rehab for a couple of years. I had a great experience there, but I would have liked to have seen more medicine. I was thinking of applying for your internship next summer. Is your program more geared toward undergrad students, or would his also be appropriate for a current veterinary student?
Thanks!
-Laura
Hi Laura, Current veterinary students would learn a lot too. Best thing to do is contact Dr. Adamski at newildlifecenter@gmail.com or 781 682 4878. You can talk with him directly to see if it is a good fit for you. Hope that helps. Have a great day!
Hi, I am very interested in the internship opportunity that you guys are offering, however I do not live anywhere near your center so I was wondering if there is any housing provided for this internship?
Hi Shanice, Yes we do have housing. Best thing to do is email Dr. Rob at newildlifecenter.com and look at the info about the internship on this website. Hope to see you soon.
Shanice:
Hello. Please take a look at the internship section on our website. It should answer most of your questions. Should you have any further questions or concerns please email me at radamski@newildlife.org I look forward to reviewing your application. All the best. SEEYA!
Dr. Adamski
If I’m applying for a summer internship position, but would also like to be considered for the winter if I cannot be given a summer position, should I just fill in the winter dates/hours that I would prefer on the application as well as the summer ones in the spot that it asks?
Thanks!
Sammy
Hi Sammy, Best bet is to email Dr. Rob directly at newildlifecenter.com. He responds quickly. We always need folks in the winter for sure, but he’s the one you should connect with. I will let him know about your request too. Hope to see you soon!
Sammy:
Hello. Yes, please write down any dates you are willing and available to perform an internship to allow us the greatest flexibility regarding your application. There is competition for the limited slots so greater flexibility has the possibility to improve your chances of being selected. Please email me directly at “radamski@newildlife.org” with any further questions. I look forward to reviewing your application. Happy holidays. SEEYA!
Dr. Adamski
Hello,
I am currently a freshman on the pre-vet track at UVM. I am trying to gain some legitimate experience with animals and will be home winter break which is December 15 to January 13th. I also live less than 15 minutes away. Is there an intership position available for this time (I know they are supposed to be 5 weeks, but I will only be home for 4) or would I be better off volunteering?
Hi Jaime, Thanks so much for your interest in the center. I’m sure we can figure something out. Best thing to do is to email Dr. Rob at newildlifecenter@gmail.com Hope to see you soon.
Jaime:
Hello. Please complete an application and consider hand-carrying it in to us here at the center, since your time is limited. This will help us expedite the process. You can find the application on-line. Due to the late notice we might have to schedule something for the future (e.g. Spring Break or Summer or next Christmas holiday for example…) I would be pleased to consider your application for an internship. Please email me directly at “radamski@newildlife.org” should you have any further questions or concerns. All the best. Happy Holidays! SEEYA!
Dr. Adamski
Hello. I am an undergraduate Animal Sciences Student at UMass Amherst, and am really interested in your internship program at the Wildlife Center. I noticed that recommendations are a requirement for an application. I am part of a goat management program on campus where we partake in a lot of hands-on experience, which includes medical procedures like drawing blood, giving injections, ultra sounding, AI, tubing and assistance within the kidding process, along with regular farm management procedures such as diet, BCS, hoof trimming, wights, etc. Those that teach the program are also students and not professors themselves, although they have had extensive experience in research and pre-veterinary studies. This is my second year being involved with this program, therefore I was wondering if the president of the goat management club would be a reputable source for a recommendation, being a student herself, not a professor?
There is a veterinary professor that overlooks this program, however, due to myself currently apprenticing under the student officers, I feel that a recommendation from one of them would be a more accurate assessment of my involvement, work ethic, and abilities.
Hello Polina, You sound like a terrific candidate. The best way to have your questions answered is to call Dr. Rob at 781 682 4878 or to send him an email at newildlifecenter@gmail.com. He will follow up with you right away. Have a great day!
I’m sure this would be an incredible opportunity. Keeping this in mind for next year. I would love to spend some time at your facility!
Is there rolling admissions throughout the year? If I am applying for the summer, when should I send in my app?
Thanks!
NVM, I found my answer on the FAQs
Great! Look forward to hearing from you! Katrina
is this open for overseas students?
Hello Hassan,
Yes, we have students that fly in to spend several weeks with us as interns. I will suggest you fill out the application that you can download here and in the meantime send an email over to, Newildlifecenter@Gmail.Com, stating what questions you may have and your interests in regards to the internship program.
Best luck,
Kyle