VET EXTERN APPLICATION FORM

Full name

Name you prefer to be known as

Date of birth

Age at start of placement:

Gender

Nationality

Home address

Phone

Are you applying with anyone else? (please specify)

Dates Start/Finish (note start & end dates are Tuesdays)**

Arrival:

Departure:

Number of weeks:

Are you flexible with your dates? Explain any non Tuesday Arrival or Departure dates

Accommodation

Shared dorm room (no extra cost) Shared chalet (£12 per person per night) Private Chalet (£20 per night up to 2 people)

Dietary Requirements

Health issues (will this be a consideration for the type of work that you would like to/be able to participate in?)

Where did you hear about us? (e.g. friend/university/ Born Free/ African Impact)

Please select programmes you are interested in: note: some programmes are seasonal Details are found in the relevant enquiry pack you received

Volunteer programme Veterinary Programme Research Programme

Please specify your interest in the above programmes: (length of time in each)

Why are you applying? e.g. to gain work experience, gain credits for a university course, help Malawi’s wildlife, career break, try something new … Do you have any long-term aspirations that you would like to share with us?

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

It is critical that a wildlife vet be well acquainted in ALL aspects of wildlife rehabilitation. Therefore, when there are not veterinary procedures, the vet externs participate in all aspects of the rehabilitation process including animal care, orphan care, behavorial observations, integrations, research, etc. Please confirm that you are willing and enthusiastic to take part in all aspects of wildlife rehabilitation.

Work experience / Career History

Date

Organisation/position held

Description

Date

Organisation/position held

Description

Date

Organisation/position held

Description

What is your level of computer literacy (e.g. web design/updates, design programmes, MS office, database)

We are happy to tailor your programme to your physical abilities and requests.

Are you willing to work unsociable hours e.g. early mornings/at night?

Yes No

Are you willing to work unsupervised?

Yes No

Do you regard yourself as physically tough? (Would you feel able to cope with carrying heavy equipment, digging, etc).

Yes No

INTERESTS (LILONGWE WILDLIFE CENTRE PLACEMENTS)

Whilst your majority of your time will likely be spent within animal care, we have a huge range of projects for you to get involved in. Please tell us about any specific interests you may have.

Given the nature of our work here, it is important that our volunteers are happy to muck in with a variety of projects. However, we want to ensure that you are getting involved in the projects you are most interested in. Please let us know if there are any projects you would prefer to avoid:

VET EXTERNSHIP SPECIFIC QUESTIONS:

There are electronic resources in the clinic for vet externs interested in special topics – zoo/exotic animal anesthesia, parasitology, etc. However, vet externs must be self-motivated and work with the vet and volunteer manager to schedule time to explore these topics. Are you capable of being self-directed in order to pursue topics of interest to you? (i.e. when you have 2 hours unscheduled time in the afternoon, what will you choose to do to occupy your time?)

Please describe any program requirements that your curriculum has for vet extern placements. You may attach a copy of the school’s requirements if they have a formal description.

It is critical that a wildlife vet be well acquainted in ALL aspects of wildlife rehabilitation. Therefore, when there are not veterinary procedures, the vet externs participate in all aspects of the rehabilitation process including animal care, orphan care, behavorial observations, integrations, research, etc. Please confirm that you are willing and enthusiastic to take part in all aspects of wildlife rehabilitation.

It is critical that a wildlife vet be well acquainted in ALL aspects of wildlife rehabilitation. Therefore, when there are not veterinary procedures, the vet externs participate in all aspects of the rehabilitation process including animal care, orphan care, behavorial observations, integrations, research, etc. Please confirm that you are willing and enthusiastic to take part in all aspects of wildlife rehabilitation.

The LWC had about 100 animal rescues last year. This is, on average, 2 animal intakes a week, depending on the time of year. We released 46 animals last year. The amount of intakes and releases influences our vet procedure schedule, making it unpredictable. Sometimes a week may go by without any veterinary procedures. Are you happy with the unpredictable nature of the externship?

There are electronic resources in the clinic for vet externs interested in special topics – zoo/exotic animal anesthesia, parasitology, etc. However, vet externs must be self-motivated and work with the vet and volunteer manager to schedule time to explore these topics. Are you capable of being self-directed in order to pursue topics of interest to you? (i.e. when you have 2 hours unscheduled time in the afternoon, what will you choose to do to occupy your time?)

Please list 2-3 topics in wildlife medicine, rehabilitation, or One Health that are of particular interest to you.

Please describe your Personal and Professional motivations/goals for seeking a vet externship at the LWC.

Please describe how you envision your externship at the LWC to aid you in meeting those goals.

Part of the vet externship at LWT may include participation in Clinical Projects in One Health and other field based research projects. Are you happy to participate in these projects for part of your time?

Thank you!
**Please note that placements start and end on a Tuesday as this is the only day that we are able to offer airport transfers and give inductions. Placements must start on a Tuesday but if you are unable to do so, we can arrange a taxi for you to and from the airport. Please be aware that there will be a supplement of £30/$39 each way.