Job Description

Zoo Education Internship

Description:
Assist Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo Education Department with programming and ongoing projects.

Duties:
Assist with various tasks in the Zoo Education Department, which may include:
• On-site and/or outreach program development and presentation
• Development and/or maintenance of education program materials, graphics and displays
• Small animal handling
• Providing assistance to zoo volunteers in educational presentations
Duties may vary with season.

Requirements:
College student who has completed at least one year toward undergraduate degree in education, biology, zoology, environmental science or related field.
Experience teaching children and youth in a formal or recreational setting.
Demonstrated interest in zoo education.
Available to work a flexible schedule.
Valid driver’s license.

Availability:
Recreation interns will work 20 to 40 hours per week; weekend, holiday or irregular hours may be required.
Internships last six to twelve weeks. May through September is preferred; shorter internships will be considered for October through April.

Compensation:
Internships at the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo are unpaid positions. Interns will work as volunteers for the duration of their internship.

Credit:
Arrangements for academic credit must be made by the intern.
(The zoo staff is happy to provide necessary documentation for the student’s college credit.)

To Apply:
See your school placement office or click here to download an application*.  Alternatively, you can contact the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo Education Department at 260-427-6808.

12/04

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