Did you know we’re hiring? We currently have position openings for a Lead Elephant Caregiver, an Elephant Caregiver, and a part-time maintenance person. Work with us!
EAI VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
EAI offers numerous volunteer opportunities, whether it’s volunteering on-site at Elephant Refuge North America (ERNA) or providing skilled services that support the myriad activities necessary to run our non-profit.
ELEPHANT REFUGE NORTH AMERICA VOLUNTEER PROGRAM
Looking for a meaningful way to help elephants and be part of something impactful? Volunteer opportunities at Elephant Refuge North America (ERNA) allow you to directly support the daily operations that keep our Refuge running smoothly. While ERNA does not offer volunteer experiences that include direct interaction with elephants, your work makes a real impact in their lives.
We currently offer two types of volunteer roles:
Volunteer (2x/month)
Help keep Bo, Tarra, and Mundi’s meals fresh and delicious!
Volunteers commit to two scheduled Monday morning shifts per month for a minimum of 6 months.
What You’ll Do:
- Pick Up & Deliver: Collect donated produce from three Publix stores in Tallahassee. Store staff will load your hatchback or SUV—no truck or trailer needed.
- Unpack & Sort: Arrive at the Refuge in Attapulgus, GA, by 9:00 AM to help unload and organize fruits and vegetables for the elephants’ diet.
Refuge Support Volunteer (weekly)
Assist our elephant caregivers with barn and habitat waste removal, weed eating, and other maintenance duties.
Volunteers commit to one scheduled 3-hour shift per week (Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM–12:00 PM) for a minimum of 6 months.
- To be eligible, all applicants must:
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Be in good physical condition: able to walk on uneven terrain, bend, squat, and remain on your feet for extended periods
- Be capable of lifting up to 40 lbs
- Be comfortable working outdoors in extreme heat, rain, wind, and cold
- Live within a one-hour radius of the Refuge in Attapulgus, GA
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Volunteer Days are smoke, alcohol, and drug-free.
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SPECIAL SKILLS VOLUNTEER PROGRAM
We need your skills! If you are interested in improving elephant welfare, consider providing a skilled trade. We frequently have projects at ERNA that require expertise in engineering, welding, plumbing, and electrical work. We also need volunteers to assist with projects that require specialized skills, such as architectural design and drawings, language translation, graphic design, social media and marketing, legal support, and many more. Many projects can be completed remotely, from anywhere in the world. Find out more and sign up for our Special Skills Volunteer Program.