Education Internship: Zoo Programs & Outreach (Spring 2027)

Nashville Zoo; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly wage

Living stipend

Housing provided

AZA accreditation

Professional development

Job summary

Nashville Zoo Education Internship is a Spring 2027 program designed to provide hands-on experience in interpretation, developing and leading education programs, and expanding knowledge across conservation, wildlife biology, botany, history and park management.

Interns assist with on-ground, on-site, and virtual education activities, align programs to standards, and complete a project reflecting their interests to benefit their department.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Interest in working with animals and understanding animal behavior.
• Entry level position for gaining experience in this field.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Willingness to learn about Nashville Zoo amenities, layout, operations and conservation efforts.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all seasons and weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development, facilitation and evaluation of education programs and interpretive experiences for a wide range of audiences on grounds, off grounds and virtually
• Interpreting for a variety of species throughout the zoo and at the Grassmere historic home and farm
• Creating programs aligned with Nashville Zoo’s Program Content Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and Common Core Standards in Science, Math, Reading and Language Arts
• Developing program evaluations that assesses participant learning as well as informs program development
• Learning to make positive contributions to enhance the guest experience at Nashville Zoo
• Complete one project highlighting intern’s interest and take aways from the experience and benefitting intern’s department

Job description

Nashville Zoo Education Internship is a Spring 2027 program designed to provide hands-on experience in interpretation, developing and leading education programs, and expanding knowledge across conservation, wildlife biology, botany, history and park management.

Interns assist with on-ground, on-site, and virtual education activities, align programs to standards, and complete a project reflecting their interests to benefit their department.