Nonprofit
Published 11/1/25 2:23PM

Wildlife Rehabiltation Internship Opportunities Available! International Bird Rescue-San Pedro

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near San Pedro, CA
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime), Weekends (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    Full time (30+ hrs/wk)
    Commitment Details:
    Minimum of three months at 4-10 hour days per week
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    4
    Cause Areas:
    Animals, Environment & Sustainability, Volunteering
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Committment. Bird Rescue does not provide housing or transportation accommodation for interns. You must have your own vehicle to get to and from the center.

    Description

    Wildlife Rehabiltation Internship Opportunities Available! International Bird Rescue-San Pedro

    International Bird Rescue requests interns interested in a rigorous, hands-on learning program that immerses them in every aspect of the operations of an aquatic bird hospital. From administering medications and collecting blood samples to cleaning cages, interns will learn about the species we care for and how to care for them.

    Do you love helping wildlife? Then come be a part of our dedicated team and learn how you can help. International Bird Rescue is a non-profit wildlife hospital for injured and orphaned aquatic birds. Volunteers are needed to help in our wildlife hospital, transportation of wildlife, and facilities support. International Bird Rescue (Bird Rescue) has been saving seabirds and other aquatic birds around the world since 1971. As well as operating two year-round aquatic bird rescue centers in California, which care for over 5,000 birds every year, Bird Rescue's team of specialists has led oiled bird rescue efforts in over 200 oil spills in more than a dozen countries.

    Please submit your application at https://www.birdrescue.org/get-involved/volunteering-internships/

    Los Angeles Wildlife Center applications are now open:

    • Winter/Spring- 2 available positions: February through May
      • Application deadline Dec 31st
    • Spring/Summer- 2 available positions: May through August
      • Application deadline February 1st

    Location

    On-site

    International Bird Rescue

    3601 S. Gaffey Street,, San Pedro, California, US

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    To apply for an internship, please submit your application using the online form by the posted application deadline.

    Application requirements:

    1. A letter of interest, including your background/relevant interests; a description of why you would like to intern with us specifically, and any details we should know.
    2. A resume or curriculum vitae

    Application Process: After reviewing your application, you will be notified if you have been selected for an interview. After reviewing your interview, you will be notified if you are selected for the internship program.

    For questions or comments, contact us at internships@birdrescue.org

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