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City of Little Rock · 2 weeks ago

LR Zoo Summer Internship Program - Conservation Education Internships

Little Rock, AR

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Start in 2026 Spring

The City of Little Rock is offering a summer internship program at the Little Rock Zoo for college students interested in conservation education. Interns will gain hands-on experience in program development, guest engagement, and conservation messaging while working alongside zoo professionals.

GovernmentInfrastructureLocal

Responsibilities

Interns will gain experience in program development and facilitation while exploring best practices in guest engagement, interpretation, and conservation messaging as it relates to wildlife and environmental topics

Interns will assist staff with Zoofari day camp, early childhood programs, awareness day events, ambassador animal presentations and other educational experiences

Qualification

EducationBiologyAnimal CareProgram DevelopmentGuest EngagementTeamworkCommunicationPositive AttitudeWork Ethic

Required

Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and strong work ethic

Ability to work in outdoor conditions and be comfortable navigating uneven terrain

Comfortable working in a team setting and taking on individual tasks and responsibilities

College student or graduate majoring in education, biology, or a related field

Must have completed a minimum of 4 semesters at the start of the internship

Student in good standing, GPA 2.5 or higher

Ability to safely lift up to 50lbs, or ask for assisted two-person carry

Acceptance into the program is contingent on passing a background check

A recent physical and negative TB test (dated within 6 months of start date) Documentation of a negative TB test must be provided at or before orientation

Available to attend Intern orientation on May 29th – Orientation is Mandatory

Able to work 36-40 hours per week for a minimum of 8 consecutive weeks beginning the week of May 31st (minimum 280 hours completed). Available to work weekends and holidays