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Weekend Zoo Train Driver Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Zoo Intern

Carpentersville, IL · On-site

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

Valid driver's license required * Ability to lift 50 lbs., bend, stoop, and stand for extended ... Evenings, weekends, and holidays may be required. In Exchange for Your Time and Talent, We Offer:

Zoo Intern

Carpentersville, IL · On-site

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

Valid driver's license required * Ability to lift 50 lbs., bend, stoop, and stand for extended ... Evenings, weekends, and holidays may be required. In Exchange for Your Time and Talent, We Offer:

Zoo Intern

Carpentersville, IL · On-site

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

Valid driver's license required * Ability to lift 50 lbs., bend, stoop, and stand for extended ... Evenings, weekends, and holidays may be required. In Exchange for Your Time and Talent, We Offer:

Guest Services Agent (Part-Time)

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$15 - $19/hr

... Zoo experience. This position requires a flexible schedule to include weekends, holidays, and ... Monitor guests' behavior to ensure their safety on and around the rides, tram, and train. Minimum ...

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As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend zoo train driver in the United States is $21.78, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $24.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Zoo Intern

Dundee Township Park District

Carpentersville, IL • On-site

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Re-posted 11 days ago


Job description

Salary: Intern

Zoo Intern


Do you love animals, enjoy being outdoors, and want hands-on experience in a zoo setting?

Join the Dundee Township Park District as a Zoo Intern and play a key role in the care of more than 160 animals while gaining valuable real-world experience. This unpaid internship is ideal for college students or recent graduates pursuing a career in zoology, animal science, or a related field.

Why Join Us?

As a Zoo Intern, youll work alongside experienced keepers to learn the daily operations of a zoo, including animal care, husbandry, enrichment, and guest interaction. Youll also complete meaningful projects, like animal behavior research, that help you build professional skills for your future career.

What Youll Do:

  • Assist keepers with daily animal care, including feeding and cleaning
  • Help prepare diets and monitor animal behavior
  • Create enrichment activities to support animal well-being
  • Assist with light maintenance and construction projects
  • Support educational presentations and special events for zoo guests
  • Keep accurate records and follow all safety protocols
  • Represent the Dundee Township Park District in a professional and positive manner
  • Complete an animal behavior research project and final zoo project

What You Bring:

  • Current college student or recent graduate (within 2 years) in Zoology or related field
  • At least 2 years of undergraduate coursework preferred
  • Valid drivers license required
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs., bend, stoop, and stand for extended periods
  • Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
  • Strong communication skills and professionalism when working with guests and staff
  • Problem-solving ability and composure in high-stress or emergency situations
  • Spanish-speaking skills a plus!

Schedule:

This seasonal internship requires 250 hours over 1012 weeks. Interns must select a set shift for the full duration of the program. Shifts include:

  • 7:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m.
  • 11:00 a.m. 3:30 p.m.
  • 7:00 a.m. 3:30 p.m.

Evenings, weekends, and holidays may be required.


In Exchange for Your Time and Talent, We Offer:

  • Select one of the following:
    • Individual Fitness Center (100-day) pass OR
    • Family Season Pass at Dolphin Cove Aquatic Center OR
    • Family Season Pass at Randall Oaks Zoo and Park
  • Free/discounted District programs, merchandise and concessions
  • Credit Union


If youre passionate about animals, eager to learn, and ready to contribute to a positive guest and animal experience, apply today to become a Zoo Intern with Dundee Township Park District!


Please note: This is an unpaid Internship Opportunity.