Operations Intern

Job Description

Intern | Wag Vitals

The Tone:
This is an on-site internship at Wag Vitals, located in Kent, OH. Wag Vitals is a growing organization dedicated to improving the health, wellness, and quality of life for companion animals and their caregivers through collaborative, evidence-informed approaches. This role offers interns meaningful exposure to real-world projects and responsibilities, providing structured guidance and feedback to build practical skills for future employment or further education.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Location: In-person, Kent, OH

• Mission: Support daily operations and team projects, ensuring accurate record-keeping and smooth workflows within a collaborative environment.
• Tech Stack: Email, word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software

What You’ll Actually Do
• Operations: Organize and manage information to support efficient daily operational tasks.
• Project Support: Assist in the execution of various team projects, contributing to their progress and completion.
• Record Keeping: Maintain precise records and documentation, including performing basic data entry.
• Administrative Assistance: Support administrative tasks such as scheduling, coordination, and preparing simple reports as needed.
• Learning & Collaboration: Engage with team members, participate in meetings, and learn organizational workflows and best practices.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Student or recent graduate with an interest in animal health, wellness, or related fields.
• Experience: Demonstrated reliability, professionalism, and respect for confidentiality in a learning or work environment.
• Skills:
• Strong organizational skills, time management, and meticulous attention to detail.
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency with common office software including email, word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation tools.
• Capacity to learn quickly, follow instructions, ask clarifying questions, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Bonus: Current enrollment in, or recent completion of, a high school, vocational, or college program.