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ZOOKEEPER / EDUCATION INTERN, Animal Care Department
Metro Richmond Zoo —Moseley, VA
- From $12.77 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- 18 years or older
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Computer literacy
- Store discount

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ZOOKEEPER, Animal Care Department
Metro Richmond Zoo —Moseley, VA
Have a valid driver’s license and be able to operate zoo vehicles. Be able to interact with guests in a courteous and professional manner.
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ZOOKEEPER / EDUCATION INTERN, Animal Care Department
Metro Richmond Zoo —Moseley, VA
Have a valid driver’s license. Interns will also participate in the zoo’s education programs learning how to present formal and informal public presentations to…
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ZOOKEEPER / EDUCATION INTERN, Animal Care Department

Metro Richmond Zoo -
Moseley, VA

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Job Details

Full-time | Internship
From $12.77 an hour

Benefits

Store discount

Qualifications

Google Drive
Outdoor work experience
Driver's License
Driving
Productivity software

Full Job Description

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IME/PART-TIME Full-time Internship ABOU

THE ORGANIZATION The

etro Richmond Zoo’s mission is to promote animal conservation and inspire guests by providing up-close, educational encounters with the wild. The zoo is situated on 150 acres of land and is home to over 2,000 animals representing 190 species from around the world. The zoo is accredited by the Zoological Association of America and is well-known for its conservation programs for cheetahs, African penguins, and Diana monkeys POSI

ON SUMMARY This

is a combination zookeeper and education internship. Interns will gain hands-on general husbandry skills while working alongside zookeepers. Interns will also participate in the zoo’s education programs learning how to present formal and informal public presentations to engage guests and provide a positive guest experience. This

is a full-time, paid position that requires 5 days a week/8 hours a day. The internship will last a minimum of 12 weeks and can be extended based on performance and availability. The zoo can assist interns with housing if needed. ESSE

IAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assis

zookeepers Clean
animal exhibits Spray
scrub, sweep, rake, shovel animal feces Prepa
e and distribute animal feed Prepa
e and distribute animal enrichment items Lead
ducation programs (zoo to you, behind-the-scenes tours, school presentations, animal encounters) Lead
ummer safari day camp Drive
the train and give a narrated, education tour Assis
the zoo in any other duties PHYSI

AL REQUIREMENTS Inte

ns must have the ability to: Walk

nd stand and bend over for long periods of time Navig
te zoo grounds with or without a vehicle Trave
se animal exhibits by climbing, bending, kneeling, twisting, reaching, and crawling Regul
rly move 30 lb objects and occasionally move 50 lb objects Perfo
m duties for 8 hours a day Have
full range of motion in the back and all extremities QUALI

ICATIONS Inte

ns must: Be a

least 18 years old Have
valid driver’s license Be se
f-motivated in work ethic Be ab
e to work outdoors in all weather from 0°F to over 100°F Be ab
e to communicate clearly in written and verbal forms Be ab
e to handle stressful situations calmly and effectively Be ab
e to handle multiple tasks Be ab
e to work independently and as part of a team Have
reat attention to detail Have
love for animals and their wellbeing Have
ntermediate computer skills (proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Drive) HOURS

Full-

ime hours during internship 40 ho
rs a week (Zoo does not offer overtime hours) 5 day
a week Must
ave ability to work flexible hours, including weekdays, weekends, holidays, and some early evenings PERKS

AND BENEFITS Free

oo and zipline tickets Food
nd merchandise discounts Work
ith a variety of exotic animals Day-t
me hours (no nights) No Su
days required Varia
le work tasks Fast-
aced: no dull moments Work
utdoors and indoors Gain
aluable work experience Poten
ial to turn into a permanent position ALCOH

L AND DRUG TESTING Team

members and interns may not arrive on duty under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Since this position is a safety-sensitive position, team members may be subject to random alcohol and drug testing. DISC

IMER This

job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties performed by the team member or intern. All team members and interns are required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by their supervisors. HOW

APPLY 1 Co

plete employment application 2 Pr

pare resume and optional cover letter 3 Dr

p o

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