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Technical Theater 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 theater for a 20-40 hour week, 10 week long internship.

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

  • The chance to develop your talents and portfolio.
  • Experience that will look great on your resume. Our marketing office has an excellent reputation, and potential employers will be impressed.
  • We have a great post internship placement record. Two of our past interns have gone on to work at other zoos and several others are now in impressive public relations or marketing jobs.
  • A progressive management style that allows interns to take on a great deal of responsibility and provides a supportive, stimulating and fun work place.
  • Letters of reference for future job opportunities.
  • A chance to help the Zoo save endangered species and the environment.
  • The Zoo...you get to visit every day!

What you would do as an intern...
The zoo hosts a wide range of events, and we may use you in several different areas. We make sure interns try their hand in as many things as possible. Possible assignments include:

  • Design and construction of ZooLights exhibits.
  • Assisting in set-up and take down of special events.

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

  • What are your career goals and how would this internship help you achieve them? What do you hope to gain from this internship?
  • What kind of course work and/or experience do you have that would make you a valuable intern?
  • In what areas are you most interested in attaining experience through this internship?

From the letters/resumes, we will select interns to be interviewed. Deadline for applications is:

  • Fall term June 1
  • Winter term N/A
  • Spring term February 1
  • Summer term April 1

Mail resumes to:
Russell Guinn
Event Technical Coordinator
Oregon Zoo
4001 SW Canyon Road
Portland, OR 97221