In an effort to promote the professional career of elephant handlers, the International Elephant Foundation (IEF) will provide up to $1,500 for tuition and expenses to the 2008 session of the Association of Zoo and Aquariums Principles of Elephant Management course (PEM) in Wheeling, WV. Candidates must currently handle elephants and have at least one year of experience.

Download IEF PEM SCHOLORASHIP APPLICATION PDF file HERE. or the WORD .DOC file HERE.

Submit the application and the supportive documentation requested in the application to the Email address on the application by October 3, 2008.

• Applicant's Resume
• Letters of recommendation
• Brief essay describing your experience, how you will utilize the information learned and your future career goals

The IEF scholarship award winner must apply for and be accepted to the AZA Principles of Elephant Management course to be eligible for the scholarship. Scholarship selection will be based on the candidate’s elephant interest, knowledge and experience. International applicants are welcome and encouraged.