Animal Services Technician Intern

Beaufort County SC

Okatie, SC

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Animal Care, Animal Shelter, Disease, Medication Administration, Secondary School, Vaccination
LOCATION
Okatie, SC
POSTED
30+ days ago

Animal Services Technician Intern Salary $15.00 Hourly Location Okatie Job Type Internship Job Number 202500694 Division Public Safety Department Animal Services Opening Date 01/27/2026 FLSA Non-Exempt

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JOB SUMMARY

The Animal Services Technician Intern provides care to the animals at the Animal Shelter. Responsibilities include:

  • cleaning kennels, cages, floors, and common areas;
  • feeding, bathing, medicating, and socializing animals;
  • assessing the general physical condition of incoming animals;
  • assisting in determining an animal's immediate needs;
  • and evaluating animal behavior.

Participate in learning activities and receive guidance under the direct supervision of the Animal Services Intern Supervisor to develop skills in animal care and shelter operations.

Examples of Duties

Observes animals to determine health, eating habits, and behavioral issues; assesses the general physical condition of incoming animals; and assists in determining the animal's immediate needs.

Performs animal care duties, which includes:

  • feeding, and watering animals;
  • monitoring animals for illness, disease, or injury;
  • socializing animals;
  • and performing other related activities.

Observes the administration of medications and vaccines to animals.

Cleans and disinfects animal holding areas; monitors the security of facilities.

Prepares and maintains a variety of files, records, reports, logs, or other related information.

Performs other related duties of a similar nature or level.

Typical Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Must be a currently enrolled student in a high school or college program.

Special Requirements:

Must be at least 16 years of age.

Supplemental Information

All applicants tentatively selected for a position with Beaufort County will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal use of drugs and to a background check prior to appointment. Employment is contingent upon clearing both the drug screening and background investigation.

Beaufort County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This position is not eligible for benefits.

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Employer

Beaufort County South Carolina Address 102 Industrial Village Rd Building 1 Beaufort, South Carolina, 29902 Phone (843)255-2990 Website https://www.beaufortcountysc.gov/

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Beaufort County SC