Animal Care Apprenticeships

Association Of Zoos & Aquariums; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Scovill Zoo is offering 9-month animal care apprenticeships for those interested in a career in zoos and aquariums. Apprentices will gain valuable experience in animal care, including feeding, cleaning, and training, while working flexible schedules that require weekend and holiday shifts. This role is an excellent entry point for aspiring animal care professionals.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in animal care including observation, feeding, cleaning.
• Requires flexibility for weekend and holiday work.

Responsibilities

• Work in three or more keeper areas.
• Participate in animal cleaning and feeding tasks.
• Assist in animal training and enrichment activities.

Skills

Animal Care

Observation

Training

Feeding

Cleaning

Job description

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Scovill Zoo

Scovill Zoo is hiring for 9-month animal care apprenticeships. The zoo has a diverse animal collection, and each intern will be trained in three or more keeper areas. These opportunities provide hands-on experience in all aspects of animal care, including observation, feeding, cleaning, enrichment, training, exhibit maintenance, and some medical care. Apprentices gain increasing independence with demonstrated ability. Weekend work and holiday work are required. Flexible starting dates.Pay rate is $15.00/hour.

$15.00/hour

How to Apply

Send resume, cover letter, and contact information for three references to Mindy Weaver, [e-mail] Please put "Animal Care Apprenticeship" in the email subject line.

Scovill Zoo
71 S. Country Club Rd
Decatur, IL 62521
Phone: [phone]