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Internship Open House

February 26 | 5:30 pm - 7 pm

Reserve Your Spot

Wed., February 26 | 5:30 – 7 pm | Space is limited; must register FOR FREE in advance

Do you love birds and want to pursue a career working in an avian-related field? Interns at the National Aviary gain professional experiences and real-world skills, earn college credits, forge lasting connections, and explore career paths in animal care, the zoological field, or nonprofit management.

Join us for an Internship Open House to meet representatives from different departments including Animal Care, Veterinary Medicine, Animal Programs, Education, Horticulture, and Marketing to learn about these opportunities. Find out more about internship requirements, learn how to apply, and connect with an internship that is right for you!

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Meet Wanda, a critically endangered Vietnam pheasant hatched at the National Aviary | CBS News

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Guam kingfishers hatched at National Aviary among first released into wild in nearly 40 years | CBS News

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Guam Sihek Released to the Wild | National Aviary

Nine Guam Kingfishers have been released to the wild on Palmyra Atoll, making them the first of their kind to reside in the wild since the 1980s.

Take an Enchanting Journey through Forests this fall at the National Aviary! | National Aviary

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