The Oklahoma City Zoological Park & Botanical Garden offers internships for college students in a variety of study areas within the Zoo. This opportunity allows students to learn essential skills while gaining hands-on experience.

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Program Summary

Internship Opportunities

The Oklahoma City Zoological Park & Botanical Garden offers internships in the following areas of study:

• Animal Management (may include: Primates, Birds, Carnivores, Hoofstock, Marine Mammals, Elephants, and Reptiles & Amphibians)
• Behavioral Husbandry
• Horticulture
• Conservation Education

Commitment

• Complete orientation and training.
• Complete at least 96 hours of service: 16 hours per week for 6 weeks.
• Complete assignments, based on the field of study.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be a college student earning credit hours for the experience.
• Pass a background check and drug screening.
• Require proof of a current, negative TB test.
• Physical requirements will vary by opportunity.
• Purchase a uniform shirt:  $15 short-sleeve or $20 long-sleeve.

How to Apply

• 2020 Application Deadlines
  • Spring 2020 semesters – Application Deadline is Dec 1, 2019
  • Summer 2020 semester – Application Deadline is Feb 28, 2020
  • Fall 2020 semesters – Application deadline is May 15, 2020
• Please complete the application form above.
• In addition, please email your résumé to volunteers@okczoo.org.
• Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview after the closing date.

Additional Information

• Our internships are unpaid.  The intern is responsible for all housing, transportation, and healthcare.
• It is the intern’s responsibility to work with their academic institution to obtain academic credit for this internship.  The Zoo will provide any necessary documentation.
• All volunteers must abide by the Zoo’s Personal Appearance Guidelines. 
• If you have any questions, please contact volunteers@okczoo.org.

Veterinary Preceptorships

The OKC Zoo is able to offer a limited number of preceptorships for clinical (fourth year) veterinary students and post-graduate veterinarians.  These vary in length from 3-6 weeks.

To apply:  Please send a current résumé’ or CV, at least 2 references, and a list of preferred dates to Dr. Jennifer D’Agostino at jdagostino@okczoo.org.