When you decided to click on this page, you already had in your heart what we all share here at Pasado’s Safe Haven: a passion to help the animals.
Pasado’s interns are answering a calling that pushes them to want to fill the voids left unanswered by shelters: 24-hour rescue, on-site veterinary care, cruelty investigations, prosecution and convictions of perpetrators of animal cruelty, writing and passing record numbers of animal cruelty laws, mobile pet sterilization to low-income areas, senior animal adoption and, of course, providing sanctuary to the many unique characters of factory farm rescues.
The beautiful Pasado's sanctuary
As an intern, you can get to know the bosom buddies Babs and Chester, Eddie Chedder the cow, llamas Miracle and Michelle, and the brave Thoroughbred Omi. You can carouse with tail-wagging canines at Dog Towne and snuggle and play with whiskered residents at Misty’s Kitty City. Interning at Pasado’s provides an in-depth look of the many layers and facets that are involved in animal rescue and welfare. And best of all – you’ll get to live on the farm! You’ll be living and breathing the fresh air of the country and waking up to the cock-a-doodle-doo of rescue roosters.
What do interns do?
Our interns do practically anything and everything! You will learn to “open” the barns in the morning. You will greet the animals, check on their condition, feed them, clean their stalls, and help them start their day. If particular animals are rehabbing, you will monitor their condition and help with minor veterinary medical needs and assist with more advanced care.
In the event of a rescue, you will accompany us and assist—at any time of the day or night. Rescues aren’t all that frequent, but when they do happen, we can never tell what time they’ll happen and you must be willing to help at all hours.
It’s not glamorous! It’s hard work and it’s dirty work. But at day’s end, you can sit inside a chicken house and listen to the hens sing themselves to sleep and join a rescued dairy cow as she chews her cud into slumber—as you pet her and look into those big, soulful eyes. It’s an opportunity of a lifetime. And we think that helping these animals is the best job in the world.
What are the requirements?
A strong commitment to animal rights is a must. A willingness to pitch in wherever you’re needed, whether it’s helping with licking envelopes for a mailing or pitching poop into a manure pile! You must also be in good health and have the physical ability to help with heavy lifting. Additionally, a great attitude is a must!
How Much Do Internships Cost?
Internships are a volunteer program so no fees are required. You live on-site in your own bedroom, with shared bath, laundry facilities and kitchen. You pay for your own food.
Will I be the only intern?
Many times we have more than one intern serving the animals. We highly recommend you intern with a friend. It’s an incredible experience to share and you’re also interning in one of the most beautiful parts of the country, less than an hour from waterfalls, mountains, and close to Puget Sound, Mt. St. Helen’s, Mt. Rainier and other magnificent scenic wonders.
When are internships available?
Since we operate 24/7 year-round, internships are available 12 months of every year. Summer months are most popular so we recommend applications be sent well in advance.
What is the internship experience truly like?
We pull no punches—it’s hard work and dirty work. But it’s fulfilling work, too. You will have plenty of free time to experience the Pacific Northwest but the animals will provide a lifetime of memories.
Click here if you would like more info about interning at Pasado’s Safe Haven.