Education Program Internship

Its a jungle out there-Why not prepare for it with an internship at the zoo?

Job Description: We are looking for a college junior, senior, or graduate with course work in education, biological sciences, and/or public interpretation for a 20 hour per week, 10 week long internship. Other time commitments can be negotiated.

What we offer...
Unfortunately, we cannot offer a salary, but we do offer the following benefits:

• The chance to further develop your skills and resume
• The experience in a variety of public education programs for a diverse range of audiences We are recognized nationally for the excellence of our education programs
• A creative environment with a supportive staff that provide opportunities for you take the initiative on projects that are meaningful and fun
• Letters of reference for future job opportunities
• A chance to join the Zoo in its efforts to save endangered species and the environment
• The Zoo...you get to visit every day!

What you would do as an intern...
The Education Division has a variety of education programs throughout the year. We have interns work in several areas for the broadest range of experience. Possible assignments include:

• Assisting with the Zoomobile outreach programs to local K-2 classrooms or Nursing Homes
• Writing educational brochures
• Curriculum writing
• Program evaluation
• Interpretive program development
• Pygmy Goat Zookeeper Assistant

How to apply...
Send your resume and a cover letter that answers the following questions:

1. What kind of course work and/or experience do you have in science?
2. What kind of course work and/or experience do you have working with animals?
3. What kind of course work and/or experience working with children/teenagers/adults?

From the letters/resumes, we will select interns to be interviewed.

Mail resumes to:
Roger Yerke
Education Division Manager
Oregon Zoo
4001 SW Canyon Road
Portland, OR 97221