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Since its beginning, the Avian Conservation Center and The Center for Birds of Prey has relied on Volunteer Staff members to carry out its mission of providing medical treatment for injured birds of prey and shorebirds, presenting educational programs to thousands of people throughout the state, and conducting avian research and field studies that benefit South Carolina and the entire nation.

Whether working with injured wild birds of prey in the Avian Medical Clinic or with resident birds in the Education Department, extensive training and experience are critical to your success. A progressive training program, including educational workshops, hands-on experience and one-on-one mentor shadowing enable Volunteer Staff members to increase their knowledge and expand skills on a continuing basis.

There are many different areas in which you can serve, whether you like to work with the public or prefer to work behind the scenes. You will be able to share your knowledge and enthusiasm with visitors, school groups and community organizations. You will also have the opportunity to participate in continuing education programs about our collection and exhibits. We encourage you to take advantage of every opportunity.

New Volunteer Staff training programs are scheduled on a quarterly basis. Information about upcoming sessions will be posted on this site.

Volunteer Commitment

• Orientation Program
• Basic Training
• Minimum of three sessions of one-on-one mentor training
• Minimum of eight hours of volunteer service per month
• Regular attendance at monthly Volunteer Staff meeting
• Regular attendance at Quarterly Volunteer Staff Training
  

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Volunteer Internship Program

The goal of the Center's Volunteer Internship Program is to provide pre-professional, in-service experiential learning opportunities for students interested in environmental issues and ethics, avian medicine and rehabilitation, and/or avian research.

• Offered to undergraduate and graduate students
• Credit/Non-credit. The Center does not itself award credit for internships; however, we are pleased to work with academic institutions in meeting student needs.
• Areas: Medical/Education/Research/Specific Course of Study

Required Qualifications
Candidates must meet all of the following qualifications at the time of application:

• Enrolled at least part-time in an accredited high school, college or university
• Minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0
• Candidate must be citizen of the United States
• Candidate must be at least 16 years of age
• Candidate must have strong communication, analytical and writing skills
• Pre-service interview with Center's supervisory staff
• Candidate must exhibit a positive attitude and strong work ethic

How to Apply
Candidates interested in applying to the Center's Volunteer Internship Program must submit a complete application package. The application package must include the following:

• Internship Application and cover letter describing interest;
• Resume outlining educational background, work experience, etc.;
• Official academic transcript;
• Two letters of academic recommendation with contact information;
• If pursuing academic credit, a letter of faculty sponsorship from your college or university with sponsor's contact information. This letter must come from a school official and must indicate their willingness to serve as your sponsor;
• Waiver of Liability form

To request an application packet, send an email to info@thecenterforbirdsofprey.org or call the Center at 843-971-7474.

Compensation
This is a Volunteer Internship Program. All expenses, transportation, housing/lodging, meals and incidentals are the sole responsibility of the student intern.