Adult Volunteer: Education Program

Education Volunteers interact with Zoo guests to help share our mission and vision of saving wildlife and their habitats.

If you have a passion for conservation, biology, or environmental science, this is the volunteer opportunity for you!

Education Volunteers work directly with the Education Department at Zoo Atlanta, supporting programs such as:

• Giraffe Feeding Assistance: assist at the exit gate of the feeding area and answer guest questions about the experience.
• Zoo Seekers: facilitate the check-out and return of exploration packs that guests use to participate in this self-guided program.
• Zoo Exploration Days/Education Events: facilitate activities focused on a themed event day that highlights different aspects of Zoo Atlanta’s mission (i.e. conservation, research, animal care, education/engaging experiences).
• Pop-up Activities: facilitate quick and simple activities with small groups of guests. These activities are not on the map and require little prior Zoo knowledge to facilitate.
• Administrative Support: assist the Public Programs Team with administrative tasks such as data entry, scanning documents, and preparing materials for programs and events.
• Habitat Interpretation: answer questions from guests and share biological and conservation information on the animals. Informational materials will be provided for Volunteers. 

This is a great way to meet new people, have fun and help educate others about topics that are important to you. If you are ready to join the Education Volunteer Team, apply below!

EDUCATION VOLUNTEER APPLICATION

EDUCATION VOLUNTEER BENEFITS

• Opportunity to advance Zoo Atlanta’s mission and contribute to conservation
• Continuing education opportunities
• Opportunity to meet and build relationships with fellow Volunteers and staff
• Discount on Zoo Atlanta Membership
• Discount at Zoo Atlanta gift shops
• Discount at permanent food outlets during Volunteer shifts

VOLUNTEER REQUIREMENTS

Volunteers must:

• Be at least 18 years of age and no longer a high school student.
• Pass a background check.
• Commit to six months of Volunteer service to include at least four service hours per month.
• Pay a $30 orientation fee to defray the cost of a name badge, uniform shirt, and background check.

NEXT STEPS

• Complete an online application, linked above. Online applications are screened for completeness and apparent support of Zoo Atlanta’s mission.
• Accepted applicants must complete an online orientation, followed by an in-person training. Training dates and times will be provided upon final acceptance into the program and are offered approximately every two months.

Information Sessions

Are you thinking about applying to volunteer at Zoo Atlanta, but want to learn more before deciding what program is the best fit for you? Attend one of our VIRTUAL Adult Volunteer Programs Information Sessions!  
 
This session is designed to help you learn more about our specific Adult Volunteer Programs, the types of assignments that our volunteers do, and the many benefits of being a Zoo Atlanta Volunteer. 

Dates & Times: 

• August 23, 2025; 2:30 – 4 p.m. 
• August 31, 2025; 2:30 – 4 p.m. 

Location: 

• Attendance at the Information Sessions is free, but registration is required. 
• This virtual session will take place over Zoom. Participants will receive a Zoom link via email the week prior to the program date.  
• If you are interested in attending one of these sessions, please register using the link below!  

Register for the August 23 Session

Register for the August 31 Session