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+ Wags PupUp Brand Ambassador Internship

SUMMARY

Hamptons | June – Labor Day (Summer 2026)

Stipend Available | College Credit Eligible

Wags & Walks is seeking motivated, passionate, and community-oriented students to join our Wags PupUp Brand Ambassador Internship for Summer 2026. This role supports our seasonal Hamptons PupUp, a high-impact summer initiative focused on dog rescue, adoption, and community engagement throughout the Hamptons. This internship is ideal for high school students (17+) or college students who love animals, enjoy connecting with people, and want hands-on experience in nonprofit marketing, events, and brand activations.

Internship Overview

• Brand Ambassadors will play a key role in helping us bring Wags & Walks’ mission to life across the Hamptons through local events, outreach, and on-the-ground support. Interns will assist with promoting summer events, supporting adoption activations, and helping spread awareness about rescue dogs in need of homes.

• This is a partially in-person role and applicants must be local to the Hamptons for the summer (or have summer housing in the area). This is not a fully remote opportunity.

Time Commitment

• Duration: June through Labor Day
• Schedule: Flexible, with availability required for: Local events and activations (weekends and occasional weekdays)
• Some remote support (admin, coordination, outreach)
• Exact hours will vary week to week based on event schedule

Responsibilities

• Represent Wags & Walks as a Brand Ambassador at local events, puppy parties, adoption events, and community activations
• Assist with flyering, outreach, and grassroots promotion throughout the Hamptons
• Support on-site logistics at events (setup, breakdown, guest engagement, adoption support)
• Help spread awareness of Wags PupUp initiatives through word-of-mouth and community engagement
• Provide occasional remote support, including:
• Event coordination assistance
• Admin support
• Tracking outreach efforts
• Act as a positive, professional, and enthusiastic representative of the Wags & Walks brand
• Opportunity to grow into Adoptions and Foster support roles

Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for students and young adults who are:

• Extremely self-motivated and reliable
• Passionate about animal welfare, rescue, and community impact
• Comfortable talking to new people and engaging with the public
• Organized, responsible, and eager to learn
• Able to attend in-person events across the Hamptons
• Local to the Hamptons for the summer (or have summer lodging in the area)

Eligibility

• High school students 17+ or current college students
• Must be available June through Labor Day
• Must be able to commute locally within the Hamptons
• Having consistent access to a vehicle is a big plus
• Must be comfortable working in active, public-facing environments

Compensation & Benefits

• Summer stipend provided
• Eligible for college credit (school approval required)
• Hands-on experience in nonprofit marketing, events, and community outreach
• Meaningful involvement in a mission-driven organization saving dogs’ lives
• Networking opportunities within the Hamptons community and nonprofit space

Important Notes

• Wags & Walks does not provide summer housing
• This role is not fully remote and requires in-person participation

+ Adoptions Counselor

SUMMARY

The Adoptions Counselor is responsible for managing adoption applications, screening and communicating with applicants, organizing meet-and-greets and adoptions, and providing post-adoption follow-up. This role requires a friendly, organized, and excellent communicator who thrives in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate is compassionate, proactive, and a team player.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Adoption Counseling

• Review and screen adoption applications; connect with applicants by phone, email, and in person.
• Maintain current knowledge of all dogs in our care to provide accurate updates to team members and adopters.
• Educate adopters on the adoption process and commitment, ensuring successful matches.
• Maintain applicant correspondence, responding within 24-72 hours and keeping messages organized.
• Organize and/or attend meet-and-greets and adoptions; safely handle dogs of all sizes.
• Communicate across teams using Slack, Monday.com, and Google Sheets for efficient scheduling and dog availability updates.
• Participate in adoption events, staff meetings, and training as needed.

Qualities and Skills

• Genuine passion for animal welfare, with knowledge of basic dog behavior.
• Strong customer service skills, attention to detail, and organizational ability.
• Creative problem-solving, critical thinking, and a drive to learn and improve.
• Team-oriented with a positive, professional attitude.
• Skilled in communicating effectively and respectfully with a diverse community.
• Able to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Open to feedback and proactive in seeking process improvements.

Qualifications

• Able to work at a computer for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Slack, and Google Docs; quick to learn new technology.
• Valid Tennessee Driver's License.
• Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends.

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION

• Opportunity to join a fantastic team at an incredibly rewarding rescue organization
• Connections to Wags and Walks network of partners
• Salary Range: $18 - $20/hour commensurate with experience

+ Animal Caregiver - Level 1

SUMMARY

Our Animal Caretakers are responsible for overseeing the care and well-being of all the dogs in our adoption center. This job requires an outgoing, enthusiastic, and hardworking person to help us grow our rescue. It is physically demanding but also extremely rewarding. Dog lovers are encouraged to apply, but it's not a requirement.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follows cleaning, feeding, and watering protocols to maintain the health of all animals.
• Ensures every dog in our care is walked every four hours at a minimum. Keep boards and kennel cards updated in real-time.
• Adheres to isolation and quarantine protocols when handling new or contagious animals.
• Keeps the facility clean, safe, organized, sanitary, and presentable at all times.
• Abides by intake protocols and procedures when processing new dogs.
• Administers oral, topical, and injected medications to animals.
• Assists medical staff with restraint, exams, and treatments.
• Assists adoptions and foster staff with meet-and-greets, supply preparation, and pick-ups/drop-offs.
• Ensures supplies are organized and properly stocked. Monitor all inventory and inform the Animal Care Manager of any needed supplies for animals, staff or volunteers.

QUALITIES

• Must be a dog lover and possess some knowledge of basic dog behavior and needs. Must be willing to get hands dirty, be flexible, and reliable.
• Must enjoy public speaking and communicating with a diverse group of volunteers.
• Must have excellent customer service experience, proven attention to detail, and good organizational and time management skills.
• Must be a team player and have a positive attitude. Personable, professional, upbeat and energetic.
• Ability to communicate skillfully and effectively with a diverse community in a professional, pleasant, respectful manner and use good judgment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ideally, one year of professional experience working with dogs in a kennel environment.
• Must be able to sit at a desk in front of a computer for several hours. Constantly operates a computer and other office machinery.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs to help move kennel crates, dog food, and other supplies.
• Must have proficiency with computers, including Word, Excel, Slack, and Google Docs—the ability to learn new technology quickly.
• Must have a current and valid TN Driver’s License.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule that includes early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

BENEFITS

• Opportunity to join a fantastic team at an incredibly rewarding rescue organization
• Connections to Wags and Walks network of partners
• Competitive pay with time off (full-time only)
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for you and eligible dependents (full-time only)
• Holiday pay (full-time only)
• 401K