Internship Program

Please note: The Internship Program will begin in Fall 2025. Applications will be live on our Careers page in late Spring. 

Internships at Zoo Atlanta are designed to provide training and professional work experience that will help you achieve your academic and professional goals.

Zoo Atlanta will provide interns with skills, training and support materials; opportunities to develop personal connections to professionals in your field of interest; hands-on experience that will look great on your résumé; opportunities to develop new skills; a chance to make a difference for endangered species and conservation issues; and a fun and meaningful environment.

View opportunities and apply here

Internship Program highlights

Schedule and hours:

• 40 hours per week maximum
• Semesters: (12 weeks maximum)
  • Spring Semester: February – April
    • Application window: November – December
  • Summer Semester: June – August
    • Application window: March – April
  • Fall Semester: October – December
    • Application window: July – August
• All interns will be required to work Wednesdays. All other scheduled days may vary by department.

Pay and compensation:

• $12.50 per hour
• $800 stipend for living expenses per semester

ELIGIBILTY & REQUIREMENTS:

• Applicants must be at least 18 years old and no longer in High School.
• Accepted applicants must clear a background check, motor vehicle report, and drug test.
• All internships in animal areas require a negative TB Test.
• Applicants must complete the online application and submit all required paperwork.
• Applicants must be eligible for work in the U.S.
• Applicants must display an interest in developing career skills.
• Accepted interns must attend orientation on the first day of the semester.
• Attendance at Professional Development Training is required.

A successful candidate must: 

• Demonstrate good interpersonal communication skills    
• Demonstrate good written and oral communication skills  
• Be able to work well independently and on a team   
• Possess good time management skills 

To apply or see full job descriptions, please visit our Careers page.

Please contact the Supervisor of Youth Conservation Leadership Volunteers at internship@zooatlanta.org if you have further questions about our Internship Program.

Please note: We do not offer court-appointed community service opportunities. We are not able to offer job shadowing opportunities.