Unpaid Internships
Have you always wanted an opportunity to work at the Zoo? Do you need to accumulate credit hours for school?
An internship is a great way to gain hands-on experience in an exciting and rewarding setting!
Winter 2020 Term
Applications for the Winter 2020 internship program have closed. Stay tuned for our Spring 2021 internship applications comming soon!
Spring 2021 Term
(February– April)
Application Deadline – January 1st
Orientation Dates: Sunday, January 31st
or Sunday, February 7th
COMING SOON....
Animal Care and Support Internships:
(Click on an internship for a full description and to begin the application process)
Education and Operational Support Internships:
(Click on an internship for a full description and to begin the application process)
How to submit your application:
Please visit the internship description for the position you are interested in and follow the instructions listed to apply. Please be sure to email a resume and cover letter to the individuals listed on the application. Incomplete applications will not be considered for review.
If selected for an unpaid internship, there is a $50.00 fee to cover a drug screen, background check, name badge, and t-shirt.
Drug screen and background check must be cleared prior to starting internship. Please complete these as soon as possible once you have accepted your internship as these components can take time and may delay the start of your internship if not completed. Interns will also be required to attend one of the scheduled orientations listed in the application.