Kirkwood Community College

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Animal Care Intern



, Iowa

Internship Length: 45 hrs

Essential Functions:

  • Assists staff and clients with animals.
  • Walks dogs.
  • Cleans kennels. 
  • Feeds animals.
  • Assists with administering medication as directed by staff. 
  • Care and cleaning of facilities and equipment.
  • Help keep work areas neat and organized to promote positive image. 
  • Use appropriate behavior in keeping with the mission, vision and beliefs and in accordance with operating procedures and policies.  

Minimum Requirements: 

Skills/Knowledge: 

  • Enjoy animals and people, prompt and dependable, takes pride and ownership in work.  Must be a self-starter, team player and able to perform routine tasks without being prompted.
  • Must be a high school student in good standing. 
  • Must be poised, mature and possess a positive attitude while being flexible. 
  • Ability to follow instructions. 
  • Professional and trustworthy conduct is required. 
  • Must be courteous and respectful. 
  • Science and animal classes a plus.  

 




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