Overview

About Us:

The Ventura Wildlife Foundation (VWF) is a new non-profit organisation dedicated to protecting wildlife and wild habitats around the world. The Foundation operates from a dedicated 15-acre private wildlife conservation centre in Croxley Green, Hertfordshire. The site is not routinely open to the public; however, access is granted to members and those with pre-book experiences/tours and events.

The centre houses over 70 species of animal including Javan porcupine, binturong, fossa, Grant’s zebra, American Bison, capybara, red & grey kangaroo, various mongoose, Galapagos and Aldabra tortoise, ostrich, tamarins and squirrel monkeys, lemurs, pelicans, and flamingos. There is also a rare breeds farm on site.

VWF participates in a growing number of local and international wildlife conservation projects and aims to help mobilise people and organisations to preserve and protect wildlife habitats around the world.

Our Internships:

An internship with VWF provides a unique opportunity for those looking to develop a career in animal keeping, zoo management, conservation, or ecology. You will work alongside the keeping team to learn how to care for a variety of exotic animals including mammals, birds and reptiles. You will also develop communication and customer-facing skills supporting various events including member days, wildlife photography days, behind the scenes tours and various animal experiences.

All internships are offered on a voluntary basis. VWF is unable to provide any financial support to those wishing to apply. It is recommended applicants are located within a suitable travelling distance for the duration of this internship.

Internship hours are 8.00am–4.00pm, 5 days per week, which routinely includes weekends and bank holidays.

Dates & How to apply:

The internships last 6 months and the next internship in-take begins October 2024.

To register your interest please email a copy of your latest CV and a covering letter outlining why you would benefit from completing an internship with the Foundation to careers@venturawildlifefoundation.org. We will send you additional information on the Internship and an application form.