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When you sign up to be a volunteer with WRC Jogja you will be able to work closely with the animal keepers with daily cleaning and feeding procedures, experiencing up-close and personal interactions with all the animals and try new foods you probably never knew existed. You will play a big role in our journey for the conservation of nature and wildlife.
As a volunteer, you will work alongside different keepers and animals each day. You will participate in food preparation and feeding, enclosure cleaning, and animal enrichment — a fantastic opportunity to show off your creativity!
The veterinary volunteer will assist our vet to carry out daily health observation, routine health examinations, preventative and curative treatment, and develop veterinary care SOP. Applicants must be current veterinary students in their second-year or above.
As a volunteer, you will work alongside different keepers and animals each day. You will participate in food preparation and feeding, enclosure cleaning, and animal enrichment — a fantastic opportunity to show off your creativity! You will also be involved in other community-based weekly activities such as English classes for the youths in the local village and also the staff that work at WRC, as well as attending a traditional Javan dinner in the local village at a staff member's family home.
This is an opportunity that a regular tourist would not be able to experience. You'll be able to dive right in to the local Javanese culture and make friends and experiences you'll hold dear for the rest of your life. This is a rare opportunity not only to experience the joys of nature and wildlife but also the hardships.
During this period of relocation, we are unable to accommodate volunteer activities. We understand that many of you have generously offered your time and skills to support our cause, and we deeply regret any inconvenience caused by this temporary suspension.
Rest assured, once we have settled into our new location, we will enthusiastically welcome volunteers again. Stay connected through our website and social media for updates.
The veterinary volunteer will assist our vet to carry out daily health observation, routine health examinations, preventative and curative treatment, and develop veterinary care SOP. You will gain skills in handling and treating a wide variety of wild animals, and will actively participate in rehabilitation processes.
Requirements and details for the Veterinary Volunteer program.
Open document →"My month here has been such an amazing experience I will never forget! The work you do here is incredible and you made me feel so comfortable and welcome. I loved every second, especially all the time with the animals."
"Thank you so much for the most wonderful experience. We have learned so much during our stay, and we will never forget all these amazing moments. Keep up the good work!"
"Really this has been one of my most memorable trips! Still recounting tales to everybody!! Thank you."
"Thank you to all the staff & volunteers for helping me make amazing memories. This has been a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Thank you for working so hard to rescue and rehabilitate these beautiful animals."
"It has been a pleasure being here and working with the animals. People here are like a family, and it is wonderful to be a part of. Thank you for making this so much more than I expected."
"The labor works are very exhausting but also very interesting! It's nice to see how people take care of all the lovely wildlife. You are amazing! Terima kasih."
"My last 2 weeks in Java have been an incredible and amazing adventure! You have all been so nice and helpful. This time will be a memory that will always be with me."
From all of us at the Wildlife Rescue Center,
may the new year bring hope, healing, and protection
for wildlife and the forests they call home.
Tojeiro volunteered at WRC in 2018 and instantly fell in love. He decided to leave his job in the Netherlands to work alongside our keepers, managing projects and making sure all the animals get the best care possible. During the relocation period, Tojeiro studied animal health management to increase his capacity in the field of animal welfare.