Land Animal Apprentice - Discovery Theater (Paid Intern) $17.50 / HR

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation; Vallejo (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation in Vallejo, CA is seeking an Animal Caregiver for the 2026 operating season. The role covers care, cleanliness, and maintenance of land animal areas, with duties including diet prep, record keeping, and assisting with shows and guest education.

Candidates must be 18+, have a HS diploma or equivalent, be fluent in English, and able to work weekends, evenings, and holidays in varying weather. Physical fitness and listening to instructions are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be comfortable speaking in front of large crowds.
• Must be able to read and write English clearly.
• Must be willing to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be 18 years or older.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of all assigned areas.
• Diet preparation and record keeping.
• Retrieve food and supplies from Land Animal Kitchen.
• Maintain cleanliness of offices and locker rooms.
• Learn and perform show parts as assigned.
• Assist with educational programs and guest relations.
• Assist with animal care, feeding, and training sessions.

Skills

English proficiency

Physical stamina

Team player

Good vision/hearing

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview:

Six Flags is look for animal caregivers are responsible for the the general care, cleanliness and maintenance of all land animal areas and assigned animals.

This is a seasonal position lasting for the 2026 operating season only. Seasonal associates are let go for a period of no less than 13 weeks at the end of the 2026 operating season.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain cleanliness of all assigned areas.


• Diet preparation and record keeping.


• Retrieve food and supplies from Land Animal Kitchen.


• Maintain cleanliness of offices and locker rooms.


• Learn and perform show parts as assigned.


• Assist with educational programs and guest relations.


• Assist with animal care, feeding, and training sessions as assigned.


• Other duties as requested.

Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.


• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.


• Must be comfortable speaking in front on large crowds.


• Must be articulate and able to clearly speak, read, and write in English.


• Must have good vision and hearing with or without corrective device (such as prescription glasses)


• Must be willing to listen and follow both written and verbal instructions.


• Must be willing and able to work 40 hours a week, both indoors and outdoors, in all weather conditions.


• Must be available to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.


• Must possess the mental and physical capacities necessary to perform primary responsibilities.


• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.