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Intern at Reptilia!

Recent graduates of animal husbandry courses often face the dilemma of seeking employment without the benefit of on the job experience. As many know, this is often an impediment to gaining employment because many employers seek only those with previous experience.

Solve this problem by Interning at Reptilia!!

Our Internship programs are 6 and 12 months in length. The programs operate 5 days each week including one day of study guided by Dr. Andre Ngo, PhD., Curator of Reptilia Inc.

 

Amongst the hands on experience you will gain are:
  • Reptile husbandry done the right way - as the quality of care at Reptilia speaks for itself. We often care for reptiles for Municipal & Provincial authorities.
  • Reproduction techniques for snakes, lizards and amphibians
  • Reptile health including observation, documentation and some diagnostic aspects
  • Care of neonate reptiles
  • Habitarium requirements for many reptile, amphibian and arachnid types
  • Incubation procedures
  • How to deal with crocodilians
  • When prepared, exposure to venomous snakes
  • Exhibit design and care
  • Nutrition needs and food preparation
  • Arachnid care
  • Management of volunteers
  • Guest interface and tours
  • Lizards – care and growth

As well, Interns become Cast Members of Reptilia and are entitled to benefits through Reptilia’s membership in Tourism Toronto.

From an economic perspective, although no Internship positions are compensated Roles, Reptilia provides Interns with the ‘First Call’ on Birthday Host & Educators Roles, given that they are qualified to hold such.

Reptilia is deeply involved in the Education System in Ontario and for those interested in curriculum, we are currently broadening our programs offerings. Volunteer positions on the ad hoc committees are available, should this be on interest to you while you are Interning at Reptilia.


Should you wish to add experience to your CV and receive support from Reptilia in recommending you for a job for which you have applied after completing your Internship, please contact Dr. Andre Ngo by email at andre.ngo@reptilia.org and include a copy of your CV.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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