Ark Encounter Zoo Pre-Veterinary Embark Intern Summer 2027
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ANSWERS IN GENESIS GROUP
Williamstown, KY, US
Summary
The intern will participate in routine zoo animal health care, laboratory procedures, and animal exams under the guidance of the veterinary team. They will also assist in attraction operations and complete a project assigned by the veterinarian.
Job Description
Job DetailsJob Location: Ark Encounter - Williamstown, KY 41097Position Type: InternshipJob Category: InternshipThe Embark Internship Program contributes to the spiritual, personal and professional development of the student. As the Pre-Vet Zoo Animal Health Embark Intern the student will learn about veterinary medicine in the zoological setting and will participate in routine zoo animal health care. This internship will provide opportunities to learn about event and attraction production in a working environment. This position will allow one to impact others through a service mindset centered on making an eternal difference.
This position should display our Core Values of SERVE (Serve, Equip, Relate, Value, Engage) when interfacing with both internal and external customers to ensure that the message and mission of Answers in Genesis is portrayed in an effective and God-honoring fashion.
Responsibilities
Promote the mission and standards of Answers in Genesis
Create a SERVE culture environment in all work done
Approach all tasks with a second-mile mindset
Prioritize personal integrity in all interactions and assignments
Participate in development courses provided for Embark Interns
Participate in apologetics courses provided for Embark Interns
Serve in the attraction operation departments to display our SERVE core value
Interest in zoo and exotic animal veterinary medicine
Participate in routine animal exams and procedures
Participate in routine laboratory procedures
Develop understanding of various aspects of animal health, including behavior, husbandry, and nutrition
Learn Animal Care Software, how to complete assignments, and make daily notes
Work day to day with our veterinary team, as well as other sections in the zoo
Complete the project assigned by veterinarian
And all other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management
QualificationsRequirements
Must agree with and be able to sign our Statement of Faith
Maintains a personal relationship with Jesus Christ
Regularly attends a local Bible-believing church
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
Ability to work in all weather conditions
Education & Experience
Must have a minimum of 45 College Credits
Must be currently pursuing a degree in pre-veterinary medicine
Previous experience with zoos and exotic animals preferred
Items Needed for Possible Employment
Completion of on-line application, https://answersingenesis.org
Salary Requirements
Salvation Testimony
Creation Belief Statement
Confirmation of your agreement with the AiG Statement of Faith
Completion of a Background Check and Pre-Employment Drug Screen
Answers in Genesis is an apologetics (i.e., Christianity-defending) ministry, dedicated to enabling Christians to defend their faith and to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ effectively. We focus particularly on providing answers to questions surrounding the book of Genesis, as it is the most-attacked book of the Bible. We also desire to train others to develop a biblical worldview, and seek to expose the bankruptcy of evolutionary ideas, and its bedfellow, a “millions of years old” earth (and even older universe).
Founded
1993
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Petersburg, KY
Answers in Genesis is an apologetics (i.e., Christianity-defending) ministry, dedicated to enabling Christians to defend their faith and to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ effectively. We focus particularly on providing answers to questions surrounding the book of Genesis, as it is the most-attacked book of the Bible. We also desire to train others to develop a biblical worldview, and seek to expose the bankruptcy of evolutionary ideas, and its bedfellow, a “millions of years old” earth (and even older universe).
Founded
1993
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Petersburg, KY
