APHIS Career Fields: Animal Welfare
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APHIS’ animal welfare team is passionate about protecting the more than 1 million vulnerable animals covered under the Animal Welfare Act and the Horse Protection Act. Through inspections and outreach, they work diligently to make sure that protected animals receive care and treatment that meets Federal standards.
We hire animal welfare professionals for a variety of positions.
Get to Know APHIS Animal Care
Our Animal Care Program works to ensure the humane treatment of more than 1 million vulnerable animals, nationwide.
Learn more about our organization.
- Animal Care: Find Your Future with US (2.91 MB)
Animal Welfare Job Titles
- Animal Care Inspector
- Analysts (Budget, Data, Policy, Program)
- Specialists (Compliance, Enforcement, Training)
- Veterinary Medical Officer
Common Majors
- Animal Science
- Biology, Biological Sciences
- Veterinary Medicine
- Veterinary Science
- Zoology