Discover the rewarding world of wildlife rescue and rehabilitation while contributing to the protection of Greece’s native animals. This internship provides a unique opportunity to gain practical experience in animal care, learn about wildlife rehabilitation, and support the daily operations of an established wildlife rescue organization.
The program is offered in cooperation with ANIMA (Hellenic Wildlife Care Association), who cares for thousands of injured, orphaned, and vulnerable wild animals every year, including birds, mammals, and reptiles, with the aim of helping them recover and, whenever possible, return to their natural habitats. Participants join ANIMA’s dedicated team and assist with essential daily activities at its First Aid Station in Athens. Through supervised involvement in feeding, animal accommodation maintenance, and general care routines, interns gain valuable insight into the responsibilities and challenges of wildlife rehabilitation. Whether you are preparing for a career in veterinary medicine, animal welfare, zoology, or conservation, this experience offers an opportunity to develop practical skills while making a meaningful contribution to wildlife protection.
Program Highlights
The Animal Care & Wildlife Rehabilitation Internship in Greece is designed for students, graduates, and animal enthusiasts seeking international experience in wildlife care and conservation. Key program features include:
- Hands-On Animal Care: Participate in supervised daily care routines, including food preparation, feeding, bedding replacement, and maintaining clean animal accommodation.
- Wildlife Rehabilitation Experience: Gain insight into the care and recovery of injured, orphaned, and vulnerable wild animals, including native birds, mammals, and reptiles.
- Professional Learning Environment: Work alongside experienced wildlife care professionals and volunteers, learning about animal welfare, rehabilitation practices, and the challenges of caring for wild species.
- Wildlife Conservation: Discover the importance of wildlife rescue, rehabilitation, and responsible human interaction in protecting Greece’s biodiversity.
- Meaningful Contribution: Support the essential daily operations of a wildlife care organisation, helping create a safe and suitable environment for animals undergoing recovery.
- Cultural Immersion: Experience Greek culture, explore historic Athens, and discover the country’s natural landscapes while contributing to an important animal welfare initiative.
Daily Activities:
- Animal Feeding & Nutrition
- Animal Accommodation Care
- Wildlife Welfare Support
- Hygiene & Sanitation
- Food & Supply Management
- Rehabilitation Centre Operations
- Learning Through Observation
Why Choose This Program?
Interns gain an understanding of how rescued animals are cared for, the challenges associated with different species, and the importance of preparing wild animals for their eventual return to nature..
Unique Features of the Program:
- Expert Mentorship: Work alongside seasoned professionals and veterinarians specializing in conservation biology.
- Practical Experience: Participate in real-world conservation projects with tangible impacts on wildlife and ecosystems.
- Comprehensive Learning: Explore the “in situ” and “ex situ” approaches to conservation through research and direct involvement.
- Global Network: Build connections with a diverse team of international and local experts.
Important Considerations
Wildlife rehabilitation requires patience, responsibility, and a commitment to animal welfare. Daily activities focus on feeding, cleaning, and maintaining suitable conditions for rescued animals. To minimize stress, direct animal interaction and handling are restricted and must follow staff instructions. This is a practical wildlife care program rather than a clinical veterinary internship, so medical procedures, specialized activities, and wildlife releases are not guaranteed. Participants should be flexible, work well in a team, and respect the animals’ natural behavior.
Make an Impact Today
Turn your passion for animals into meaningful international experience!
Join the Animal Care & Wildlife Rehabilitation Internship in Greece to develop practical skills, contribute to the well-being of rescued wildlife, and discover the importance of animal conservation while experiencing the history, culture, and natural beauty of Greece.
Veterinarian, Veterinary Nurse, Veterinary Assistant, Wildlife Rehabilitator, Wildlife Biologist, Zoologist, Animal Care Specialist, Animal Welfare Officer, Conservation Biologist, Environmental Scientist, Wildlife Conservation Specialist.
