Employment and Internship Opportunities
Paws4ever is an equal opportunity employer. Paws4ever offers equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, physical or mental ability, veteran status, military obligations, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. These opportunities include all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, job placement, training, compensation, discipline, advancement, and termination. This policy also applies to outside vendors, members and customers, volunteers, use of contractors and consultants, and interactions with the general public.
Employment Opportunities:
Dog Foster Coordinator
Are you interested in a career in animal welfare? Join the team at Paws4ever and find an engaging and fun work environment with great opportunities for growth and skill-building in the animal care field. Paws4ever is seeking a reliable and organized individual to manage our growing foster program.
New Position!
The Dog Foster / Event Coordinator is responsible for recruiting, onboarding, and supporting dog foster caregivers; maintaining consistent communication with fosters; and coordinating medical, behavioral, and adoption-related needs for foster pets in conjunction with other adoption center staff members. This role ensures that animals in foster homes receive appropriate care and that foster families feel supported, informed, and connected to Paws4ever’s mission. Additionally, this position leads event coordination efforts to build community relationships, promote adoptable animals, and successfully expand our organizational reach.
This is a part-time position (25 hours per week) with a mix of in-person and remote work. Candidates must be willing to participate in after-hours, weekend, and holiday foster communication through a shared messaging tool. The position reports to the Executive Director and ultimately to the Board of Directors.
Primary Duties
Event Coordination & Program Expansion
- Coordinate foster caregivers and foster dogs to attend adoption events
- Work directly with vendors to create new and engaging event opportunities
Dog Foster Program Coordination
- Develop, launch and promote our new dog foster program
- Recruit, screen, and onboard new dog foster caregivers
- Maintain regular communication with dog fosters and provide timely support
- Match animals to appropriate dog foster homes based on needs and caregiver capacity
- Coordinate medical appointments, behavioral support, and adoption logistics for foster pets
- Track dog foster placements, returns, and all related documentation
Dog Foster Support & Communication
- Serve as the primary point of contact for dog foster families
- Assess and triage medical concerns for dog foster pets through phone and text communication with foster parents
- Provide guidance on animal care, behavior, and program expectations
- Facilitate communication between fosters, veterinarians, and Paws4ever staff
- Ensure dog fosters receive necessary supplies, information, and resources
- Launch, develop, and promote our new dog foster program
Adoption Coordination for Dog Foster Animals
- Support dog fosters in preparing animals for adoption (photos, bios, updates)
- Coordinate meet-and-greets, adoption counseling, and transition logistics
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records for all foster animals
Administrative & Program Support
- Maintain organized records of foster animals, medical needs, and program metrics
- Assist with developing and updating foster program materials and procedures
- Support storytelling and outreach efforts by gathering updates and success stories from fosters
Experience
Candidates should possess experience in the following areas:
- REQUIRED – At least 1 year of experience in a medical role within an animal shelter or veterinary clinic; Be comfortable around all types of dogs
- PREFERRED – Previous foster experience or staff-related foster experience
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 25 hours per week
Benefits:
- Health Insurance
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
Work Location: Hybrid: Both in person at Paws4ever and remotely
The candidate must be at least 18 years old, with a high school diploma or equivalent required. Must be able to comprehend verbal and written instructions. Must have reliable transportation and valid NC driver’s license. Must be able to move/lift 50 lbs., bend frequently, and stand throughout the workday. Must be able to work with cats and dogs of all sizes and temperaments.
To apply, please submit your resume to jobs@paws4ever.org.
Internship Opportunities:
Fundraising, Communications, and Marketing Internships
On-going
Paws4ever, a unique animal services agency in Mebane, seeks a creative, dedicated and detail-oriented student specifically interested in the nonprofit field for an internship. We currently have particular needs in the areas of volunteer management, fundraising, event planning, and communication, and marketing.
The details of a particular internship will be developed according to the current needs of the organization and the interests of the student.
Examples of potential projects include:
- Helping to organize a fundraising event
- Creating marketing plans
- Curating a digital resource library
- Storytelling through photos and videos
The candidate must be able to meet strict deadlines and work independently. The intern is expected to work at least 10 hours a week, and may work up to 40 hours a week if interested. Hours are flexible. It is preferable for the intern to work on-site at Paws4ever, although some work may be accomplished at home. Occasional evenings and weekends may be required. This position is unpaid, but may be used for course credit (if applicable).
This position will serve as an excellent foundation for most careers in nonprofit management. The position will offer the student the opportunity to grow his/her interpersonal communications, public relations and organizational operations experience.
Preference will be given to candidates with strong organizational and communication skills. A background in development, graphic design, or event planning is a plus.
To apply for this position, please submit your resume to Communications@Paws4ever.org
Animal Care Internships
On-going
Paws4ever, a unique animal services agency in Mebane, seeks hardworking interns with an interest in animal care at our Adoption Center. Interns will have the opportunity to learn about animal care in a shelter environment and support rescued cats and dogs!
Examples of potential Animal Care Intern tasks include:
- Making enrichment activities for dogs and cats
- Cat socialization
- Dog baths
- Fetch with dogs
- Dishes
- Laundry
- Animal food prep
- Sweeping/mopping
- Donation sorting
- Inventory organization
Animal Care Interns must be at least 16 years old. This position is unpaid, but may be used for course credit (if applicable).
To apply for this position, please submit your resume to Communications@Paws4ever.org
