Adult Volunteers Opportunities

Applications for the adult volunteer program are open for our September 2024 on-site training cycle.

We have a variety of ways that adults can volunteer at Your Zoo:

Guest Service Volunteers – engage with guests in fielding questions, wayfinding, and assisting rides staff.

Hours required: 15 hours/ 3 month quarter

Training Required: Guest Service, Zoo Content

Conservation, Science, and Research Volunteers – support mission aligned scientific inquiry and local conservation

Hours required: 25 hours/ 3 month quarter

Training Required: Guest Service, Zoo Content, Interpretation Basics, task-specific training

Animal Crews – animal area roles such as experiences and animal crews (assisting Animal Care Professionals in husbandry cleaning)

Hours required: Crew Specific (ranging from 1shift /month to 1shift/week)

Training Required: Guest Service, Zoo Content, Interpretation Training, crew-specific training

Interpretation and Learning Volunteers – support mission aligned educational opportunities throughout the zoo sharing the stories of our animals and conservation with our guests.

Hours required: 8 hours/ month

Training Required: Guest Service, Zoo Content, Interpretation Training, area-specific content training

Must have completed High School or be at least 19 years old
Must be able to complete minimum monthly and quarterly hours requirements
Must complete an initial background check and yearly screens.
Pay an one-time non-refundable $50-$75 registration fee (covers background check, uniform shirt, name badge, and training expenses)
Must be available to attend required schedule of trainings prior to starting your volunteer role