I am an animal lover. i would very much like to work towards their conservation and spend the rest of my life working for them. I am right now working as a software engineer but dont find the job very rewarding. I feel I am not doing what I would like to do. Please let me know as to how and where can I get a job that will let me be with animals and work towards preserving them. I am a person who would very much like to be in their company. I am sure I wont be happy unless I dont change my job soon. I would like to be advised what I can do in such a situation.
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Clearly outline your objectives and work preferences.\n\nItemize your skills, including all pluses (also for work you do not like -- shows you can learn)\n\nSend a cover letter asking for help to the Secretary of the Interior.\n\nBe sure to use addressees full name, etc.  Gets better reaction.\n\nDon't expect too much for xix weeks.  Make sure you provided phone and email, mailing address.\n\nAlso check out online website for Dept of Interior, National Parks and the like.\n\nNothing happens until you GO FOR IT, PERSISTENTLY.\n\nMay not work, but all people for whom it did work, follwed the last line (sole exception, deadbeats who were given their job owing to connections).
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Some people do care about animals but its the ones that dont or dont know that  are hurting the enviroment. The people that do know what people are doing to animals dont take action and do something to stop it. Those who dont either dont know whats going on about these problems or just dont care. killing animals that are on the verge of extinction is illegal but people do it anyway. what are people doing to stop this?  People have a job to do to keep these animals alive. Are you doing yours? Or do you care less about the balance of nature? people should be doing there part. Please try to do yours or the balance of nature is affected by what humans do! So are you going to do your role or do you care less about what happens?
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Your sister might have to take a few courses to refresh her classes, but once she does that, I know Zoos and animal shelters and animal hospitals accept people with Zoology degrees.  Tell your sister to talk to the place she wants to work or a company resembling where she would like to work and ask their requirements for someone who has been out of school for that length of time. \n\nI hope this helps your sister.
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While you should get a job that pays good for the lifestyle you want you should keep in mind that you should find a profession that you would enjoy as well. :)
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You really need to go and get some further education to work in a place like that.\n\nTry a tech school and see if they offer something\n\nAlso, go to the website for a zoo or SeaWorld and look at the job openings and descriptions. That will tell you exactly for what they are looking.\n\n:)
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I hear ya!  I almost decided on becoming a vet, but the extra time in school and its expense (and a similar problems with sciences) turned me in another direction.  While that's not tthe answer to your question, you may want to post it in the pets area, where the vets and animal techies hang out at ---> http://answers.yahoo.com/dir/;_ylt=AkLpoQhwUXk97ihDYVLXCnzpy6IX?link=list&sid=396545443\n\nAs you study those sciences, maybe have posters or pics of cute puppies and happy dogs to help keep your nose in those books!  Get stuck... just look up.\n\nThe pic up there is Yogi, and I have to clean his ears 3-4 times a week.  Nasty smelly job, but he looks so happy when I'm done!\n\nBest of luck!
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I get e-mails from 1800 save a pet .com  They seem to have tons of access to really great animals.  \n\nAny way... they have a link on volunteering, you may want to check it out and see if it helps you or if they have something in your area.  \n\nBy the way... I think it's great that you want to help!!  Good luck.\n\nThe link: http://savinglives.1-800-save-a-pet.com/site/PageServer?pagename=VolunteerLandingpage
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I have a similar aspiration, which is why I earned my degree in biology, emphasizing on zoological sciences.  The idea is nice, but there is far more hard work involved than what you see on television.\n\nThe earlier recommendation of searching aza.org is good.  Also, check certain state and federal postings for any job openings or volunteer work.  It will also help you understand the not-so-enjoyable side to this concept.\n\nLike I mentioned earlier, get a degree.  A Bachelor's in Science has more clout with employers and prospective interested parties than not having a degree at all.  The same can be said for higher levels of degrees (Masters, Ph.D.).  Also, really look into what area of zoology you want to focus on.  Jeff Corwin, Steve Irwin, Michael O'Shea, and Nigel Marvin don't know every single species on the planet, but they either do research or focus on what they specialize in.  It would be best if you did the same.\n\nI wish you luck.
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Both hire teens, I'm certain.\n\nBut, a better job if you like animals might be a Veterinary Assistant.  You'll learn more and it has less to do with selling and more to do with animals.\n\nCall some local vets, or better yet, drop by and ask them if they're hiring.  Have letters of recommendation and/or references ready.  If you don't have any yet, ask your teachers, coaches, etc.  \n\nGood luck!
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It is very sad that you feel the need to question the utility of animals. Perhaps you regard them with so little respect that they only have meaning to you in terms of their use. If you want to ask a good question about the usefulness or uselessness of animals then try this; how useful are you?
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Slowly.  It takes time to readjust your life to the world outside of the industry.  Have you given any thought to working in a feed store & horse supply shop.  You know the products & probably know the people too, so that is one option.  Depending on your reasons why you stopped, it's hard to advise you on this subject, especially if you have sustained any type of a physical injury.  If your license was pulled, then that's a whole different thing.  I spent 5 years living on the backside & hotwalking & grooming horses & I miss it, but I don't miss all the bullsh*t that went with it.  I just miss the horses.  I'm probably not helping you at all!
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Animal lovers usually have some fur (like dog hair or cat hair) on their person. \nAnimal lovers don't buy into the propaganda of PETA...that makes them animal activists.\nAnimal lovers understand ecological systems and the need for man to intervene in some of these systems (ie. hunting deer or preserving predators like the cougar/florida panther)\nAnimal lovers know that when a pet has reached its caged capacity it is NOT humane to release it into precious ecosystems (ie. pythons in the Everglades)\nAnimal lovers know that sometimes we have to kill animals to preserve and protect animals\nAnimal lovers know that you have to dissect and collect  animals to learn more \nAnimal lovers can choose to bring their pets everywhere that pets are welcome, but they never leave their pets in the car.\n\nPhysical proof that you are an animal lover? Be kind to all animals, be aware of animals, respect animals, know that animals are supposed to be wild, but once domesticated should stay that way (unless wildlife rehab). \n\nIf you really want to show off that you are an animal lover, You can take your pets out with you (where acceptable).  You can make T-shirts with their pictures. You can buy t-shirts that have animals on them. You (as a zoologists) can start a shelter/rehab facility. YOu could have a tatoo that states: I love animals.\n\nOR\n\nYou could just show that you love animals by your kindness to them, by your knowledge about them, about their plights, and their food-chain, by educating the public about animals and how to take care of your pets, report animal abuse if you see it, don't tolerate the releasing of pets into the wild, ensure that your communtiy/state has laws and tough penalties that protect animals (from abuse)
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It's much easier to start with Vet Techs at Research Facilities on University Campus. Animal research these days is more about curing diseases and genetics, so there's no animal testing with products you'll have to worry about. But whatever the case, depending on the size of your university, you may be able to get an internship right there on campus. They are in great need of help. Try asking your Administration if there is, and if they can put you in contact with the Animal Resources dept. on your campus. They will be able to help you find an internship whether they have an opening for you or not. Hope that helps!
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Sorry.  I would suggest you keep researching or call up some job agencies and get a better description of what a potential employer would look for in an assistant.  Find out what type of background you nee and what type of personality is best suited for that particular line of work.  The agency should be able to help you answer these questions and/or introduce you to someone who has or is  working in that field,
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hi i looked into working for the RSPCA and as a park ranger as both careers would be cool.\nbut i could not live on 14k a yr\n\ngood, interesting jobs no money.
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Commerce is not a bad career line. You should pursue in your own field. If, however, you have aspiration in animal care, you can do a lot in this field. Many universities offer variety of courses without considering previous qualifications, specially, in certificate courses.
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There are at least four methods for getting into this kind of work:\n1) doing the kinds of work you have done in previous jobs, but for an environment-related organization or business until you can move into this kind of position for the same employer;\n2) taking an internship closely related to what you want to do;\n3) volunteering until you can move into a paid position;\n4) starting out with AmeriCorp on this project:\nhttp://www.ecoemploy.com/jobs/service.html\n\nHere's an example of the first strategy. Let's say you have a background in finance, you would be able to take a Finance Manager position at the Alaska Conservation Foundation. Once there, you could be looking into jobs that entail the kind of work you're describing.\nhttp://www.ecoemploy.com/jobs/new-hampshire.html\n\nFor the second strategy, here's a listing for an internship. While they "prefer" someone with a biology degree, someone with great passion and self-education would certainly be considered:\nhttp://www.ecoemploy.com/jobs/connecticut.html\n\nAs for the third strategy, Idealist.org has a database of volunteer jobs related to the environment:\nhttp://www.idealist.org/if/idealist/en/SiteIndex/AssetSearch/search?areasOfFocus=16&assetTypes=VolunteerOpportunity&country=United%20States&fetchLimit=30&languageDesignation=en&onlyFetchAssetProperties=1&sid=61576672-184-fexLe&siteClassifierName=idealist&sortOrderings=modificationDate&startIndex=0&validStatusTypes=APPROVED&validStatusTypes=UNAPPROVED&validStatusTypes=DEFERRED\n\nFinally, as you can see from three of the links above, there is a whole web site dedicated to "Environmental Jobs & Careers" and they have tons of resources for your search:\nhttp://www.ecoemploy.com