Fall Animal Care Internships
The Memphis Zoo has several exciting internship opportunities with our team. Interns will work with keepers to gain firsthand experience on all aspects of animal husbandry as it relates to the animal’s physiological and psychological well-being, and for the general maintenance of enclosures and habitats. The ideal candidate for this position should be seeking a career in the animal care field and enjoy working in a team environment.
We are excited to offer internships with the following species:
Giant Pandas, Deer & Birds
Giraffe / African Veldt
Pachyderms
Primates
Hoofstock
Essential Functions:
- Assists Keepers and Team leads with the daily husbandry of assigned animals.
- Facilitates formal and informal public presentations to engage guests and provide a positive guest experience.
- Actively observes animals’ behavior.
- Prepares daily diets and maintains accurate records of assigned animals.
- Appropriately cleans/disinfects assigned animal enclosures/habitats according to written protocols and supported by keepers and team leads.
- Completes a special project covering observations, research, enrichment or another area of interest.
To apply for internships with a specific species please visit http://www.memphiszoo.org/careers