Raptor Rehabilitation of Kentucky, Inc. (RROKI) is an all volunteer, non-profit organization based in Louisville, Kentucky that travels all over the state picking up sick, injured, and orphaned birds of prey. They receive no government funds, have no major corporate sponsors, and rely solely on donations from the public to pay for the food, housing, and medical attention for the raptors that they take in.

Unfunded internships are available year-round to interested individuals. No previous experience is necessary, but dedication and enthusiasm are a must! Interns are expected to work six days a week and will gain in depth experience at every facet of raptor rehabilitation. Duties include (but are not limited to):

Cleaning cages Preparing raptor food Assisting the veterinarian Rescuing birds Record keeping Building maintenance Clerical/data entry Care of feeder animals Medicating birds Physical therapy of raptors Bandaging wounds Educational presentations Fundraising Public relations

Hagatha, Great-horned Owl and Resident Education Bird at RROKI

To learn more about RROKI, what they do, or their resident, non-releasable education birds, check out their website at www.raptorrehab.org

If you're interested in talking with a real, live past intern about the RROKI experience, feel free to e-mail Jo Williams for more information.