Volunteer
Ever wonder what it would be like to work in a zoo? Do we have an opportunity for you!
We engage volunteers in all areas of zoo operations. If you are serious about participating in and supporting the Jacksonville Zoo’s conservation, education and recreation goals, then we need you.
The next step for those interested in year-round volunteering is to attend a Volunteer Information Meeting. Please plan to attend one of the next scheduled meetings from 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. in the PepsiCo Foundation Education Campus Auditorium on Monday, February 6 or Monday, March 5. There is no need to pre-register, but please be prompt, as the presentation will start promptly at 4:00. Thank you for your interest in volunteering.
General Volunteer Information
- Volunteers are needed to educate varied audiences about the natural world, teach conservation messages, beautify our grounds, assist our guests in various areas of the park, input data, lend a hand in our animal care areas, answer questions, drive trains and enhance our guests’ experiences.
- You provide the interest and enthusiasm, and we will provide the training. Scheduling is flexible. Volunteers receive special discounts, free admission, newsletters and special programs only available to employees and volunteers. Take this opportunity to meet others who share your interests in the animal kingdom.
- New Adult Volunteer Orientations are held at the Pepsico Foundation Education Campus.
- Volunteer opportunities are available for both adults (age 18 and up) and teens (age 14 and up). Contact the Volunteer Office for the Teen Volunteer Application.
- Or, is your group or family looking for a community service project? We may have a special project that may suit your needs and ours.
Please contact the Volunteer Office at (904) 757-4463, ext. 176 for more information or by (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).
Please note: Your $15 volunteer fee will be due at orientation. The fee covers a criminal background check, one name badge and your first t-shirt.
Corporate Groups and Organization Volunteers
The Zoo welcomes the opportunity to work with local businesses and organizations to plan a group volunteer day. Whether it’s landscaping, light maintenance, cleaning or special events, the volunteer experience is always more fun when it’s done at the Zoo. To arrange a time for your employees to give back to the community by helping the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, please fill out the form below and fax it to the Volunteer Office at (904) 757-2444.
Please contact the Volunteer Office at (904) 757-4463, ext. 176 for more information or by (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).
Teen Volunteer Program
Teens Take Note:
The teen program is currently closed until Spring 2012. Information for new teen volunteers will be posted on the website in April, 2012.
