What about getting a job doing kennel help at a vet or boarding facility?? You'd really only be working with the animals for most of the time.

I'm not shy so I can't fully understand it. But it IS something you want to get over, you don't want ANYTHING controlling your life and stopping you from being ALL you can be. We were all born with special qualities and potential. Just think of this as a challenge you need to get over.

In an interview, maybe you should prepare in advance and write everything down. You can go somewhere they offer employement assistance and they can help you with mock interviews.

Good luck! Let us know how it goes!