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Animal Care Behavioral Observation Internship 2026
Columbus Zoo Family of Parks —Powell, OH
This program will allow for observations to be taken on an iPad, which can then be exported for analysis. Enrichment and Training, Ethogram development, become…
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Columbus Zoo Family of Parks —Powell, OH
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium offers 6-12 week 32hrs/wk rotations open to students currently enrolled in an accredited veterinary technology program and…

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Animal Care Behavioral Observation Internship 2026

Columbus Zoo Family of Parks
Powell, OH

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Job Details

Internship

Qualifications

Outdoor work experience
Video conferences (communication methods)
Data analysis software

Full Job Description

Overview:

Responsibilities:

The goal of this internship is to utilize interns to record observational data of a variety of species within Animal Care Regions throughout the Zoo. Using a Microsoft Excel based worksheets (which will be utilized on the Google Sheets app); interns will observe each animal, as designated by region. This program will allow for observations to be taken on an iPad, which can then be exported for analysis. Through the information that is obtained interns will work with Animal Care Professionals to assess and make appropriate changes to improve Animal Welfare.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, working alongside full-time keeper staff in learning basic animal behaviors and group dynamics, observing animals and reporting any behavioral changes, and performing other duties as assigned. Interns will also be required to complete various quizzes, training, projects and presentation, and a final reflection paper assigned by the departments.

Learning Objectives:

Enrichment and Training, Ethogram development, become familiar with AZA Animal Care and Welfare standards, and developing an understanding of species’ natural history and functional behaviors.

Qualifications:

Student or recent graduate (2 years or less) in Zoology, Biology, Wildlife Management, Animal Science, Veterinary Medicine or related program.
3.0 or above accumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale preferred.
TB test required.
Prior animal care experience preferred.
Experience with conducting ethograms on zoological animals is preferred, but not required
Ability to balance multiple assignments successfully.
Proficient on Microsoft Excel
Able to use tablet to input data using Google Sheets and Microsoft Excel programs.
Ability to use Zoom for weekly meetings
Strong computer skills, ability to work with pivot tables and excel spreadsheets.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must be neat in appearance and maintain courteous behavior at all times.
Ability to work in varied weather conditions (i.e. extreme heat, cold, rain, snow).
Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings and holidays (July 4th, Memorial Day, Columbus Day) required.
Subject to BMV check.
Subject to Criminal Background check.

Hours: Minimum of 20 hours/week for 12 to 16 weeks

The RISE Scholarship, generously funded by Battelle, is now open! Eligible interns can apply for a $5,000 scholarship supporting hands‑on, mission‑driven internship experiences across the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium and The Wilds—applications are open May 1– June 30, 2026.

To Apply to the RISE Scholarship, please visit: https://www.columbuszoo.org/rise-scholarships

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