Zoo
Veterinary Intern
Non-Union, One (1) Year Term
CAD $50,000
per annum
Shifts: Hours of work may vary and may
include weekends, evenings or holidays. Typical shifts are Monday to Friday,
8:00 am to 4:00 pm.
About
the Assiniboine Park Conservancy
Creating the future vision for one of Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada’s most prized treasures, Assiniboine Park Conservancy (APC) is the not-for-profit organization that oversees Assiniboine Park’s operations and ensures its ongoing redevelopment and financial viability. Our team is inspired to create and deliver extraordinary experiences for the people who visit and use the Park and Zoo including building friendly, supportive, effective relationships with stakeholders, community and the general public. We want to be a place where people share the wonders of nature in a way that inspires them to conserve it for the future.
The
Opportunity
We are seeking a full-time Veterinary Intern, for a one-year term position from July 1, 2027 to June 30, 2028. Reporting to the Director of Animal Health and Nutrition, the Veterinary Intern will be a key member of the Animal Health Management Team.
The Veterinary Intern position provides graduate veterinarians with exposure to the practice of veterinary medicine within a zoological facility. The Veterinary Intern participates in planning and implementing preventative and emergency health care for animals maintained in the care of the Assiniboine Park Conservancy.
Your
Role
- Plan, coordinate and/or participate in the
physical and chemical restraint of animals for examination and treatment.
- Create diagnostic and treatment plans for
veterinary patients.
- Perform diagnostic, medical or surgical
treatments on animals.
- Conduct regularly scheduled immunization
and preventive health care programs to maintain health of animals.
- Monitor all zoonotic diseases and their
impact on the collection and staff.
- Participate in zoonotic disease training
opportunities for Animal Care and Veterinary staff.
- Under direction of the Associate
Veterinarian and Director, Animal Health and Nutrition, participate in
establishing quarantine requirements to protect the animal collection from
disease.
- Perform required testing and examination
of quarantined animals.
- Assist with the supervision and training
of pre-veterinary, veterinary and animal health technology students.
- Learn about and assist with positive
reinforcement training in medical procedures.
- Support research by collecting samples,
gathering and submitting data.
- Regularly review clinical cases with the
supervising Associate Veterinarians and Director, Animal Health and
Nutrition, and research diagnostic and treatment options where
appropriate.
- Participate in literature review
discussions and journal clubs along with the Associate Veterinarians,
Director, Animal Health and Nutrition and possibly wildlife rehabilitation
veterinary intern.
- Maintain awareness of common wildlife
health problems in Manitoba.
- Assist with the triage of wildlife cases
prior to their departure to local wildlife rehabilitation centre.
- Perform other related duties and
responsibilities as required.
Qualifications
Required
- Must hold a Doctorate of Veterinary
Medicine (DVM) from a recognized educational institute (in good standing)
- A minimum one (1) year of post-DVM
graduate clinical experience
- Experience involving work with zoo(s) or
exotic animals is preferred
- Eligibility for licensing as a
veterinarian in the Province of Manitoba
- A valid Manitoba Driver's license or the ability to meet the travel requirements of the role. (Out of province applicants may warrant an exception).
What we have to offer:
- An inclusive work environment
- Zoo membership
- Free parking
- Park discounts
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Vacation credits
- Eligibility for Group Benefits Plan
APC Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
Assiniboine Park Conservancy is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. Employment equity may be a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people, racialized minorities, women, and persons with disabilities.
Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.
Deadline
to apply: December
31, 2026
Selected applicants will be contacted and interviewed in or around January 2026 (with an offer being made prior to the VIRMP match withdrawal deadline).
International and U.S. qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Successful candidates will be subject to a Criminal Record Check, child abuse registry check and will be required to wear APC issued uniforms.
