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John Ball Zoo

Senior Zookeeper - Area 2

Grand Rapids, MI

$20.62 - $24.03/hr

... and interns in the development of job skills related to daily animal care, and, under manager ... John Ball Zoo has been accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums since 1983 which assures ...

OMAHA ZOO GROUP

Browse Intern

Omaha, NE · On-site

$15/hr

Schedules will be determined before internships begin by working with the Intern Coordinator and animal area supervisors. DESCRIPTION: Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is seeking an intern for ...

OMAHA ZOO GROUP

Nutrition Intern

Omaha, NE · On-site

$15/hr

Schedules will be determined before internships begin by working with the Intern Coordinator and animal area supervisors. DESCRIPTION: Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is seeking an intern for ...

houstonzoo

Zookeeper III, Hoofstock

Houston, TX · On-site

One year of experience in animal care in a zoo setting or under the direction of a licensed veterinarian is required, which may be gained through internships, volunteer experience, or employment.

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How much do internship zoo jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship zoo in the United States is $15.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.50 and $17.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Internship Zoo job?

An Internship Zoo job is a temporary position at a zoo where interns gain hands-on experience working with animals, assisting zookeepers, and learning about animal care, conservation, and zoo operations. Responsibilities may include feeding animals, cleaning enclosures, observing animal behavior, and educating visitors. These internships provide valuable experience for those pursuing careers in zoology, veterinary medicine, or wildlife conservation.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Internship Zoo position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Zoo Intern, you should have a strong interest in animal care, basic knowledge of biology or zoology, and be pursuing or have completed relevant coursework in animal sciences or related fields. Experience with animal husbandry tools, safety equipment, and familiarity with record-keeping systems or animal management software is often beneficial. Excellent communication, teamwork, reliability, and a willingness to learn are valuable soft skills for this position. These skills are essential to ensure both the welfare of the animals and effective collaboration with zookeepers and other staff members in a fast-paced environment.

What kind of responsibilities and daily tasks can I expect as a Zoo Intern?

As a Zoo Intern, your typical responsibilities may include assisting with animal feeding, cleaning enclosures, preparing enrichment activities, and helping staff observe animal behavior and health. You may also support educational programs, answer guest questions, and perform basic administrative tasks related to animal care. Interns often rotate through different sections of the zoo to gain a broad understanding of zoo operations and animal management. This hands-on experience not only helps develop critical animal care skills but also offers opportunities to interact closely with experienced professionals, preparing you for future roles in animal care or wildlife management.

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Infographic showing various Internship Zoo job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% Internship, 73% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,333 per year, or $15.5 per hour.
Program Coordinator, Bronx Zoo Education

Program Coordinator, Bronx Zoo Education

Wildlife Conservation Society

New York, NY

$63K/yr

Other

Posted 14 days ago

Wildlife Conservation Society rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

12th of 33 rated wildlife parks and zoos

Job description

Position: Program Coordinator, Bronx Zoo Education
Reports to: Manager of Education Programs, Bronx Zoo
Positions managed: Part-time staff, including Adjunct Conservation Educators,
Conservation Education Fellows, and interns
Location: Bronx Zoo, in-person
Department: Education
Position Type: Full time, Tuesday through Saturday
(Monday - Friday during the summer)
Salary: $63,500
Job Summary:
The Program Coordinator is an integral member of the Bronx Zoo Education team, supporting high quality STEM and nature-based learning while advancing conservation education through the lens of Discover, Inspire & Protect. The Program Coordinator oversees and manages all aspects of birthday parties and custom programs. They also develop and deliver a variety of educational programming that includes field trips and scout programs as well as children and family programs and birthday parties. The ideal candidate enjoys event planning and is enthusiastic about hosting parties and programs for a diverse clientele. In addition, the candidate must have a deep knowledge of pedagogy and strong facilitation skills that can be incorporated into fun and educational experiences for children, adults and intergenerational audiences. The Program Coordinator creates and fosters relationships, both internally and externally, to ensure the success of our programs and expand the diversity and inclusion of participants, staff and volunteers. The position directly supervises part-time staff and interns while also providing leadership and support for WCS educators and volunteers.
Major Responsibilities:
The Program Coordinator's main responsibility is supporting the Education Department by coordinating, developing and teaching education programming for the Bronx Zoo.
Responsibilities include:
  • Work closely with the Curator of Education and Manager of Education Programs to ensure that program offerings are innovative, meaningful and fun educational experiences that engage participants in STEM learning and conservation action.
  • Manage specific projects and programs, namely birthday parties and custom programs. This includes booking parties and programs, answering client questions, taking payments, leading curriculum development, coordinating event logistics, collaborating with Events, Visitor Services and other WCS departments, tracking associated expenses, and scheduling and training staff, interns and volunteers.
  • Provide superior customer service and manage client relationships.
  • Support the team of conservation educators in program development, delivery and assessment, and work with others to ensure program quality, consistency, and efficiency.
  • Interview, hire, train and supervise part time staff and interns.
  • Work collaboratively as part of the camp team to ensure the success of summer camp programming. Responsibilities will include developing curricula, leading and supporting summer camp programs, and training and supporting camp counselors.
  • Ensure timely completion of administrative tasks, including, but not limited to, communicating with the Education Admin team, monitoring booking systems, ordering supplies and materials, and tracking expenses.
  • Work with our Ambassador Animal team to safely and effectively incorporate live animal demonstrations into Bronx Zoo education experiences. This includes being trained in handling our ambassador animals and supporting team members with their training and animal use scheduling.
  • Teach school programs, scout programs, general audience programs, birthday parties and community events, as well as table and lead activities at off-site outreach events.
  • Be an active and supportive team member in the education department by participating in on-site and off-site staff development days, team meetings and trainings (both individual and team), and through contributing to a positive work environment.

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