We offer teens an inside look at what zoos do for wildlife conservation and how one person really can make a difference! Some activities Zoo Crew members will participate in include, but are not limited to: Program Assistance, Biofact Interpretation, Interactive Displays, Public Speaking, Special Events, and Volunteer Meetings and Trainings. At age 16, Zoo Crew members may be eligible to begin animal handling training. Zoo Crew members may become an animal handling volunteer by meeting animal handling volunteer requirements. Check back in late summer for new opportunities this fall.

Saturday, April 27, 12:30pm - 2:00pm OPEN HOUSE: SUMMER ZOO INTERNSHIPS FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS The Brandywine Zoo's Education Department is looking for committed teens to fill a select number of internship positions for summer 2013. The Zoo’s unique internship program offers teens a chance to work in the zoo assisting with summer camps and/or leading informal programs for the public. After successfully completing the application/ interview process, all selected interns must attend the mandatory training session on Saturday, May 18, 9am - 4pm (No exceptions!) Zoo staff will be on hand to answer questions and to show off the wonder that is the Brandywine Zoo! The Open House will meet in the education building. All high school students are welcome to attend. Registration not required.

The Brandywine Zoo's Education Department is looking for committed teens to fill a select number of internship positions for summer 2013. The Zoo's unique internship program offers teens a chance to work in the zoo assisting with summer camps and/or leading informal programs for the public. Note that interns work in the education department to assist in programs and do not handle animals or work in animal-related areas.

To apply, please complete and submit our Summer Teen Internship Application.

SUMMER& TEEN INTERNSHIP POSITIONS
Zoo Naturalist: Zoo Naturalists have the unique responsibility of providing a fun, interactive, animal-themed learning environment for our zoo guests of all ages. Zoo Naturalists will perform informal learning presentations through the use of the Zoo's Discovery Cart, Conservation Action Station, Keeper Watching programs, and assisting with live animal presentations. We are looking for someone who is responsible, enjoys working with and can engage the public (particularly children), likes the outdoors, and passionate about the environment and wildlife conservation. Applicants must be available for their scheduled days from 9:30am to 4:00pm.

Zoo Camp Counselor: Zoo Camp Counselors have the awesome responsibility of assisting zoo staff in creating a fun and WILD environment for all of our Zoo Campers. The day will include games, crafts, and activities geared toward specific age levels and topics. We are looking for responsible, fun, child-friendly, environment loving teens to help us create a ZOOpendous summer! Accepted applicants must be present Monday through Friday, 7:45am - 4:15pm (or 5:30pm Monday through Thursday if you chose to stay to assist with the camp after care program).

If you belong to a group, such as a civic, senior, school, business or recreational group, you may take the training and become volunteers together. It's a great way to give back to the community and be involved with children of all ages! Contact our Assistant Curator of Education at 302-571-7850, ext. 209 OR email us about  volunteer opportunities.

• Must be at least 13 years old for Zoo Crew or Summer Teen Internships
• Must be 18 or older for Volunteer Program
• Must pass a background check.
• If under 18 years old, application and background check must be signed by parent/legal guardian.
• Must attend a comprehensive training course.
• Must have at least 3 references returned to the zoo on or before training (e-mail, mail or bring to training).
• Must purchase a shirt and name tag. Approximate cost for both is $27.00.
• Attend bimonthly volunteer meetings from 6pm - 9pm.
• Must adhere to the uniform policy as described in the training course.
• Be friendly, enthusiastic and dependable.
• Do assigned tasks as agreed upon with the Zoo Education Staff.