Education Volunteer Positions
Education Volunteer Positions
Guest Engagement Ambassador
Do you go mad for monkeys, crazed for crocodiles? As a Guest Engagement Ambassador, you’ll take your frenzy over fauna to help guests learn all about the zoo. At learning stations throughout the park, you teach people about what goes into running a modern zoo, what adaptations separate reptiles from mammals, or what small animals make big differences in their habitats. Your equipment? Your heart, your brain, and a host of props to help you along. In this volunteer experience, learning – yours and the guests’ – takes center stage.
All applicants must meet the following requirements.
- Must be 18 years or older.
- Have a positive attitude and strictly adhere to Lincoln Park Zoo policies, procedures and guest-service standards.
- Must be comfortable standing and traversing zoo grounds in all weather conditions.
- Complete an online application.
- Successfully complete an interview with the Volunteer Services Department.
- Complete and pass a standard criminal background check.
- Attend and complete zoo orientation.
- Attend and complete three days of position-specific training.
- Commit to volunteering once a week for a minimum of seven months. The shift time is 9:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. or 1–5 p.m.
Click here to apply online now!
Farm-in-the-Zoo Volunteer
Do you find yourself missing rural life? Maybe you always wanted a pony growing up! At the Farm-in-the-Zoo you’ll connect rural animals with urban families in this fast-paced volunteer opportunity. From feeding 1,500lb Holstein Dairy Cows to introducing guests to our curious goats to exploring the world of honeybees, the farm provides an up-close experience for those young and young at heart. From knee high to a grasshopper, kids of all ages make the FITZ a must-go destination.
All applicants must meet the following requirements.
- Must be 18 years or older.
- Have a positive attitude and strictly adhere to Lincoln Park Zoo policies, procedures and guest-service standards.
- Must be comfortable standing and traversing zoo grounds in all weather conditions.
- Complete an online application.
- Successfully complete an interview with the Volunteer Services Department.
- Complete and pass a standard criminal background check.
- Attend and complete zoo orientation.
- Attend and complete two days of position specific training.
- Provide a negative TB test annually.
- Commit to volunteering once a week for a minimum of seven months. Weekday shift time is 9:30 a.m.–3 p.m. Weekend shift times are 9:30 a.m.–1 p.m. or 12:30–4 p.m.
Click here to apply online now!
Camp Teen Volunteer
Interested in inspiring children to love, study, and protect animals and the environment? Lincoln Park Zoo's Conservation Camp is looking for a selective group of fun, energetic high school students to join the team as Camp Teen Volunteers. Camp Teen Volunteers will gain professional work experience along with assisting the camp groups, organizing activity materials, and inspiring children to learn.
All applicants must meet the following requirements.
- Must be enrolled in high school.
- Have a positive attitude and strictly adhere to Lincoln Park Zoo policies, procedures and guest-service standards.
- Must be comfortable standing and traversing zoo grounds in all weather conditions.
- Complete an online application, submit one letter of reference and a personal statement.
- Successfully complete an interview with the Volunteer Services Department and/or Education Department.
- Attend and complete a half day position specific training in the spring.
- Must be available to volunteer during the summer months.
