Conservation Education Paid Summer Internship

Conservation

Education Paid Summer Internship The Zoological Society of Milwaukee's Conservation

Education Department is pleased to provide a paid internship opportunity for current college students or recent graduates as part of our summer education (Zoo Camp) programs. This 10-week internship runs from the beginning of June until mid-August. Interns hired will help educate children ages 3-14 about science, animals, and conservation through interactive teaching strategies.

Successful candidates will assist instructors in classroom educational activities, lead Zoo tours, supervise and evaluate high school assistants (volunteers), prepare classroom materials, and other duties related to Zoo Camp as assigned. Interns will receive ongoing training and professional mentoring from Society Conservation

Education staff and experienced Zoo Pride volunteers. Internship positions are open to any major of study for those passionate about education, wildlife, natural resources, and/or social sciences. This program does not offer direct animal handling or veterinary experience and does not provide housing.

The application period for Summer 2026 is now closed. To be notified when applications open for next year, add yourself to our interest list.