Description

Description
The internship provides in-depth, hands-on experience in native insectivorous bat and rabbit rehabilitation. Length of Internship is focused on the intensive baby season during which interns will assist with monitoring health and development and provide regular feeding and care of wild patients while managing ambassador animals and other aspects of wildlife rehabilitation. Interns will learn about husbandry, nutrition, hand-feeding techniques, capture and restraint methods, wild diets, wildlife laws, and release criteria. Click images at right for more details.

This internship is a collaboration with Augusta Cottontails where interns have the opportunity to spend a portion of their time working with a nationally recognized cottontail expert.
 
Important details: 
Intern period starts May 11 and ends August 16, 2026
10-week or 12-week option
Includes a $500 per 4 week period stipend 
Candidates must provide proof of rabies vaccination or a current titer 
Candidates must be vaccinated against COVID
Public transportation is not available. Preference given to candidates with local housing, but limited housing may be available depending on candidate qualifications.

Please submit letter describing interest, resume,  two letters of recommendation, proof of rabies vaccination or current titer, and COVID-19 vaccination record to Lsturges@virginiabats.org by March 1, 2026. Direct any questions to info@virginiabats.org.

Requirements

Candidate should have some background in animal handling and husbandry

Candidates must provide proof of rabies vaccination or a current titer 
Candidates must be vaccinated against COVID
Public transportation is not available. Preference given to candidates with local housing, but limited housing may be available depending on candidate qualificatio