Zoo InternQuest is a seven-week career exploration program for San Diego County high school juniors and seniors. Students have the unique opportunity to meet professionals working for the San Diego Zoo, Safari Park, and Institute for Conservation Research, learn about their jobs, and then blog about their experience online. Follow their adventures here!
Hello, my name is Kerissa. I am currently a junior in high school with plans to go to college to become a veterinarian. When I was young, I wanted to work with domestic animals like dogs, cats, and birds. As I grew older, I became more interested in exotic animals, especially big cats. My goal is to some day work at the San Diego Zoo. I believe this internship will be a great experience for me and will increase my knowledge of the many jobs that relate to animals and conservation.
Other than reading about animals, I enjoy playing tennis and soccer, going to the beach, swimming, spending time with my family, taking care of my three dogs, and going to the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park whenever I can. School is also very important to me. I spend a good amount of my time striving to do the best I can in my challenging classes, including physiology and chemistry. I realize my academic success is vital to my future success and career.
Conservation is very important to me. I love watching animals in their natural habitats, and I am fearful that this may not be possible in a few years if our wildlife is not preserved. I know that this internship will show me the Zoo’s many achievements and projects regarding the topic of conservation and, hopefully, I will be able to contribute more to the cause. I am very much looking forward to this wonderful opportunity and cannot wait to share my amazing experiences with you!
Kerissa
Winter Session 2012
