ZooSchool Intern

*Duties include assisting with the zoo’s summer day camp program by helping run games, crafts and other activities.

*Interns will be working with a wide range of kids, preschool through high school, in groups of up to 20 kids.

*Interns will occasionally be responsible for the class while the instructor is occupied.

Applicants are preferred to have experience working with groups of children. This position is great for those interested in a career working with children in a relaxed classroom setting. Interns must be 18 years of age or older. First Aid and CPR training is a plus. This is an unpaid position.

Average hours per week: 16 – 24 hours
Hours of Operation: 8:30am – 4:30pm
Number of Placements: 2
Intern Advisor: Molly Lutz
Phone: (607) 724- 5461 ext. 235
Email: mlutz@rossparkzoo.com
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Education Assistant Intern:

• Duties include assisting with the daily care of the education animal collection, including enrichment and behavioral observations
• Interns are trained to handle animals in collection for use during scheduled programs such as birthday parties, spotlights, and Zoomobiles.
• Assist with onsite ZooSchool sessions.

Opportunities are available to gain insight into educational planning and program development. Students are expected to assist with researching information, scheduling, and assist with other office work as necessary. Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills are sought out due to involvement with the public. Applicants preferred to have a background in biology or education. Must be 18 years of age or older. This is an unpaid position.

Average hours per week: 8-12 hours
Hours of Operations: 8 am – 5 pm
Number of Placements: 2
Intern Advisor: Patricia Searles
Phone: 724-5461 ext. 231
Email: psearles@rossparkzoo.com
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Education Media and Marketing Intern:

• Responsibilities include maintaining and updating our Facebook, Myspace, and Youtube pages.
• Helping to create Marketing campaigns for our outreach programs and special events.
• Creating promotional materials for our programs.

Interns will have the opportunity to gain knowledge and training in the fields of marketing and special events. Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills are sought out due to involvement with the public and donors. Applicants preferred to have a background in Marketing or graphic design. Applicants must have computer knowledge, advance experience with web design are a plus. Must be 18 years of age or older. This is an unpaid position.

Average hours per week: 8-12 hours
Hours of Operations: 8 am – 5 pm
Number of Placements: 1
Intern Advisor: Patricia Searles
Phone: 724-5461 ext. 231
Email: psearles@rossparkzoo.com