Internship Programs

We are recruiting for the following programs:

Animal Care
Animal Health

Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must be currently enrolled in college or recent college graduate
• Must be able to afford housing, food and transportation to Zoo Miami
• Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs. and be in good physical condition
• Must provide a current negative TB test prior to internship start date (based off of internship program)
• Must submit to background check and fingerprint screening at designated county facility

Although this internship will better equip individuals for a job in the zoo field, this internship does not guarantee employment with Zoo Miami or Miami-Dade County. All applicants will be notified upon receipt of all materials. Qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the coordinator of their acceptance and notified by Human Resources for further processing.

Internship Application Deadlines:

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Seeking interns to assist with community engagement and environmental education programs. Potential intern projects include working with students through our school education programs, working with Educators in the Animal Fun Factory (an enrichment makers space), and assisting the Camp Manager with daily operations of Zoo Camp.  

This internship with Zoo Miami Foundation is designed for college students or recent graduates interested in conservation education. All applicants must commit to a minimum of 20 hours per week worked for the entire length of their internship (4 months total).

Internship Application Deadlines:

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter and resume along with the internship application form (below).

Internship Application

Submit Documents to: education@zoomiami.org

Interns working with the Special Events Manager will be working under the Marketing department to assist in a variety of fundraising projects and events. Duties may include vendor research, such as getting quotes, production of sponsorship proposal packets, assisting with décor, volunteers, and other organizational aspects of the event. This is an ideal opportunity to gain knowledge and develop skills in special event planning. Must be able to work 15 hours per week. Good organizational skills and attention to detail is a must. Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Windows, and other related computer programs necessary. Contact Stefan Schwindeman at sschwindeman@zoomiami.org