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Back to Nature's Animal Care Internship Program (un-paid)

*If you are seeking School Credit, you must be a
 UCF Biology Student, receive approval by Frank Logiudice
(Bio. Dept Advisor) as well as approval by Kelly Verduin
(BTN Intern Coordinator)

UN-accredited interns follow the same hours and schedule.

Options-

Spring/Fall Internship(15 week period):

97.5 hour requirement, Beginning level, or one credit hour (6.5hrs/wk)
187.5 hour requirement, Intermediate level, or 2 credit hours(12.5hrs/wk)
277.5 hour requirement, Advanced level, or 3 credit hours(18.5hrs/wk)

ALL Shifts are 9am-3:30pm

Summer Internship(13 week period):

84.5 hour requirement, Beginning level, or one credit hour (6.5hrs/wk)
162.5 hour requirement, Intermediate level, or 2 credit hours(12.5hrs/wk)
240.5 hour requirement, Advanced level, or 3 credit hours(18.5hrs/wk)

 Our internship program is offered 3 times in a year, following the UCF college semester schedule. Spring Internship(Jan-April), Summer Internship(May-August), and Fall internship(August-December). Any volunteer hours obtained before or after this period, will not be included in the internship.

Further Requirements:

Approval is based upon space, proof of tetanus shot, age, and permission by refuge intern coordinator. A waiver and manual must be read and signed prior to start date. ALL UCF accredited internships must be approved first by Back To Nature's intern coordinator.
A set schedule weekly will be given, during the orientation, to fulfill your hour requirements throughout the internship.

*To inquire more about our internship programs, please come to the refuge and ask to speak with a staff member and to fill out an application

 We are closed to the public on Mondays for visitation.