INTERNSHIP APPLICATION

We are now accepting applications for the 2020 Winter Internship. Applications will be accepted through November 16, 2019. Interviews will take place through the end of November, and a decision will be made by December 10, 2019.

First Name:

Last Name:

Email: * A valid email address is required

Phone:

Street:

City:

State:

Zip:

Date of Birth: * This field is required

Driver’s License No.: * This field is required

What internship position(s) are you applying for?

College/University Attending: * This field is required

Field of Study: * This field is required

Current year: * This field is required

Expected Graduation Date: * This field is required

To ensure the safety of our staff and animals, it is necessary to have the following information from you:

Have you ever been convicted and/or placed on probation for any criminal offenses? * This field is required

If yes, provide dates and detailed information.

Would you submit to a drug test? * This field is required

Do you have any allergies? If so, please specify. *

This field is required

Have you had a tetanus shot? If yes, when? * This field is required

Do you have a history of any medical conditions that could impact your ability to complete the daily physical requirements of this position. If yes, please explain. *This field is required

Animal Experience:

Do you have any experience with animals? If so, please explain. *This field is required

(Only for Summer Internships) You may be asked to take home baby songbirds overnight and on your days off. Are you willing/able to take home baby birds? * This field is required

Interpersonal Skills:

Are you comfortable answering the phone and interacting with guests of all ages and abilities? *

This field is required

(Only for Summer Internships) Do you have experience working with children? If so, please explain. *This field is required

General:

Why are you interested in the internship at the Ohio Bird Sanctuary? *This field is required

How did you hear about this internship? *This field is required

What are your talents, skills, and experiences that make you a good candidate for this internship?

What are your career goals? *This field is required

How would an internship at OBS support your career goals? *This field is required

Anything additional you want us to know about you?

I understand that this internship will be physically taxing. I am able to work outdoors in all weather conditions (extreme heat, rain, etc.). I have the ability to be on my feet for 7+ hours (walking, standing, hiking, etc.), and I am able to lift and carry 50 lbs. * This field is required

If no, please explain.

Dress Code: Expected to wear staff shirts, shoes must be close toed, shorts length must be mid-thigh and longer, no visible tattoos (must be covered by clothing or makeup), all piercings except ears must be taken out, well-groomed/professional appearance (natural hair colors only)

I understand that the Ohio Bird Sanctuary has a dress code (seen above) that I must abide by. I am able to follow this dress code.

I understand that I am expected to be at the Ohio Bird Sanctuary on all of my scheduled days for the duration of the scheduled shift. If I am unable to come, I am expected to have a valid doctor's excuse and/or find an approved replacement. * This field is required

Professional Information:

Please Upload your Resume. Title it "yournameresume" (Example: JaneSmithResume)

Please Upload your Cover Letter. Title it "yournamecoverletter" (Example: JaneSmithCoverLetter)

Please Upload a Letter of Recommendation. Title it "yournamerecommendation" (Example: JaneSmithRecommendation"

List two professional references and their contact information. (Should be a professor, supervisor, or someone who knows you in a professional capacity). If you have previously been a volunteer or intern, please include one reference from that organization.(Sample format: Name, Phone, Email) *This field is required

As a parent I love to see my children interested in educational activities so we like to attend the programs they put on.

Stephanie Dustin Potter

3774 Orweiler Rd, Mansfield, OH 44903
Phone: 419-884-4295
OhioBirdSanctuary@gmail.com

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