Who are we:
We are Zeehondencentrum Pieterburen, the leading seal hospital in Europe. The charity you can visit 365 days a year. But we do much more than just rescuing and caring for seals. We raise awareness and work towards a better relationship between humans and nature. It starts in the Wadden Sea area but extends far beyond. For now and in the future. Currently, we operate from Zeehondencentrum Pieterburen, but in two years' time, from the World Heritage Wadden Sea Center in Lauwersoog. And everything we do is guided by our values:
Passionate, for a sustainable future
Together, as a community
Hands-on, getting things done
STAGIAIRE DIERENGENEESKUNDE
Previous marine mammal or wildlife experience is a plus. The Sealcentre’s Veterinary Department includes two full time veterinarians and two veterinary interns. We are looking for a highly motivated and dynamic candidate who will join our team and will work closely in a team setting with staff and volunteers to assist with all aspects of veterinary care and husbandry of sick and injured seals.
Other responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- daily care of animals
- transport of live/dead marine animals
- maintenance of daily nutritional and medical records
- sampling for various research projects
- and data entry. Additional duties and projects may be assigned by staf
- The interns must be veterinarians or veterinary students
- They are required to find their own transportation to Pieterburen and we provide housing (gas, electricity, water, and internet included) and meals
An allowance to cover health insurance costs is provided. These positions are unpaid.
The interns should expect to be scheduled to cover a variety of shifts including weekdays, nights, weekends, and holidays. The ideal candidate should be mature and motivated, and possess a strong work ethic and excellent observational and communication skills (a fluent English level is required). Due to Visa requirements we are currently only able to accept applicants with a European passport.
The deadline for applications is May 12th 2024. Interested applicants should submit a copy of the CV, an intention letter, and two recommendation letters. Note that the application materials should be in English. Applications and questions should be submitted to vet@zeehondencentrum.nl indicating in the subject VETERINARY INTERN 2024/2025.
