• Job Description

  Req#: ANIMA001692

  Denver Zoo is a leader in animal care, wildlife conservation, and education. We are passionate about our commitment to excellence in support of our mission of Inspiring Communities to Save Wildlife for Future Generations.

  Denver Zoo honors our animals, staff, and guests by conducting ourselves at the highest level of integrity through our Core Actions -- Inspire Awe: Safety, Care, Connect and by embracing our Core Values of: Welcoming, United, Curious, Courageous and Transformative in all that we do.

  Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Priority 1: Introduction to zookeeping and on-the-job training to develop husbandry skills
  • Prepare and feed approved diets to animals under assigned care
  • Clean yards and enclosures under assigned care; exposure to exhibit maintenance
  • Observe animal training and shifting
  • Exposure to record keeping and animal healthcare
  • Interact with guests, in both formal and informal settings
  • Follow Denver Zoo safety protocols
  • Priority 2: Guided professional and personal growth
  • Meet regularly with mentors to assess progress on the provided learning plan
  • Regularly receive feedback and implement it
  • Become an active team member, and gain confidence working with others
  • Interact with fellow interns during intern program experiences such as workshops, presentations and projects

  Technical /Professional Requirements and Qualifications:

  • Completion or in pursuit of an associate or bachelor's degree in a science-related field.
  • Cover letter explaining your interest and what you hope to gain from the internship.
  • Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite are preferred.
  • Organizational skills, written and oral communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize work and tasks.
  • Requires adaptability to produce and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, multi-task and changing environment, and the ability to work as part of a team.
  • Requires the ability to embrace, support, and integrate Denver Zoo’s philosophies to promote and demonstrate its commitment to diversity, inclusion, equity, and anti-racism.
  • Full-time is 30-40 hours per week, not to exceed 560 hours; Part-time is a minimum of two days per week, not to exceed 384 hours. Available to work weekends and holidays.

  Position Conditions:

  • Ability to pass a background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol screen.
  • Clear driving record
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Negative TB Test

  Compensation:

  $18.29 per hour

  Benefits:

  This position does not offer benefits, however some sick time is accrued over time.

  Application Process and Timeline:

  Resumes / Completed applications must be submitted by April 1st, 2024. Review of applications will begin immediately. Denver Zoo reserves the right to close the position prior to this date.

  Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) and others who identify as nonwhite, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and those with lived experience with racism and/or misogynoir are encouraged to apply for this role.

  Denver Zoo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected status or any other characteristic protected by law.

  www.denverzoo.org

  This internship has been made possible by the Erika Weaver Endowed Fund and other private donations.

• About the company

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