The Faculty of Land and Food Systems’ (LFS) Animal Welfare Program (AWP) is seeking two career practicum students to support the care of dairy cows and calves and learn operational practices at the UBC Dairy Education and Research Centre (DERC) in Agassiz, BC. This is a six-credit practicum during the fall/winter term. Students will be required to reside at the UBC DERC, however a vehicle is not required.
This position is a practical career experience. Students will not be required to complete a research project; rather they will be participating in the day-to-day care of farm animals involved in ongoing animal welfare research activities being undertaken at the UBC DERC. Students must complete the required academic components as prescribed by the Academic Supervisor for APBI 496.
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