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Denver Zoo -
Company/Organization Description:
As one of Colorado’s most vital cultural cornerstones, Denver Zoo is dedicated to providing the communities we serve with an intimate, inspiring and informative first-hand encounter with the wonders of nature. But, while we proudly provide families with an accessible and inviting place to connect with wildlife—and one another—we’re so much more than that, too. In addition, our global Field Conservation and Emergency Wildlife Response teams have worked tirelessly for more than two decades to protect species threatened by human encroachment, habitat loss and catastrophic events. That’s why we’re more devoted than ever to our living our mission—Inspiring Communities to Save Wildlife for Future Generations.
Company/Organization Type:
Non-profit
Internship Description:
Junior Educator:
Welcoming, greeting, base facilitation, as well as assistance of program setup and breakdown, etc. for nature play, school field trips, scout programs and mini-camps
Intern will learn basic facilitation skills - including nature play - and experience best practices for engaging communities in conservation-based education.
Intern will learn customer service and interpersonal skills as they work alongside Conservation Learning educators and greet, welcome and direct program groups at the Zoo.
Intern will learn and support program logistics including setup, break down and maintenance of program materials.
Internship Format:
In-person
Hours of Operation:
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Required or Recommended Skills:
Comfort interacting with children, esp those aged 4-10, and teachers or caregivers.
Willingness to learn from others, and engage in new situations and experiences.
Interest in education, conservation, wildlife, or community engagement.
Number of Potential Internship Positions:
Summer - 0
Fall - 1
Spring - 0
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