6. Audubon Society - Buckley Wildlife Sanctuary Internships
This program was created in 1977 to offer college students, graduates or other adults preparing for a career in nature interpretation, wildlife management, and research, the opportunity to gain experience in the field. The Buckley Sanctuary consists of 275 acres nestled within the rolling hills of Woodford County, near the Kentucky River. Habitats include approximately fifty acres of fields, and two small ponds surrounded by mixed-mesophytic forest on the transition zone between northern and southern flora and fauna. A tobacco crop is located on the premises. A gorge bisects the area. The sub-surfaces are limestone that are rich in marine fossils. Facilities include the nature center, bird blind, four-car garage, barns, sanctuary manager's residence, and a two bedroom mobile home for interns. A stipend is available. Students Will Be Involved in All Aspects of Sanctuary Operations: 1) Nature Interpretation, 2) Environmental Education, 3) Wildlife Management, 4) Research, 5) Caretaking and Maintenance, 6) Administration, 7) Exhibits, 8) Photography, 9) Creative Writing, 10) Gift Shop Operations.
Student internships last approximately 10 weeks.
Spring: March 30 to June 5
Summer: June 23 to September 5
Fall: September 23 to December 5.
Apply in writing to:
Sanctuary Manager,
C. E. Buckley Wildlife Sanctuary,
1305 Germany Road,
Frankfort, Kentucky 40601
Include references and a personal resume. A personal interview is desired or a brief letter describing your ambitions, talents, hobbies and abilities. Apply as soon as possible, or by February 15 for spring, May 15 for summer, August 15 for fall. Remember to state the season or dates which interest you.