Intern, Animal Care

***Application Deadline: October 31st 2026 12 pm EST***

Job Description:

Summary: The Animal Care team is responsible for providing daily medical care and enrichment to our rescued residents. Animal Care interns are crucial members of a dedicated team helping provide exceptional care to the non-human animals of Farm Sanctuary. An Animal Care intern’s responsibilities can range from supporting caregivers in daily health treatments and feedings, as well as assisting with barn cleaning and grounds maintenance. They also receive opportunities to learn about veterinary-based care practices and ethical sanctuary-based research. All of these responsibilities are critical to providing lifesaving care and creating an environment for our residents to thrive. 

Responsibilities:

• Feeding residents in animal hospital and on the sanctuary grounds
• Monitoring wellness of animal hospital residents
• Cleaning cages, floors, and food and water bowls in hospital
• Assisting in daily enrichment activities
• Participating in animal health checks led by caregivers
• Washing scrubs, towels, and blankets used in the animal hospital
• Cleaning animal enclosures and giv