Animal Care Apprenticeships
Listed on 2026-02-01
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Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
Animal / Pet Care, Veterinary
Overview
Scovill Zoo is hiring for 9-month animal care apprenticeships. The zoo has a diverse animal collection, and each intern will typically be trained in three or more keeper areas. These opportunities provide hands-on experience in all aspects of animal care, including observation, feeding, cleaning, enrichment, training, exhibit maintenance, and some medical care. Apprentices gain increasing independence with demonstrated ability. Weekend work and holiday work are required.
Pay rate is $15.00/hour. Flexible starting dates between April and August.
- Gain hands-on experience in animal care across multiple keeper areas
- Observe animal behavior and health
- Feed, clean, enrich, train, and assist with exhibit maintenance
- Provide some basic medical care under supervision
- Develop increasing independence as skills and responsibilities grow
- Work weekends and holidays as required
Pay rate: $15.00/hour. Flexible starting dates between April and August.
How to ApplyEmail cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to Mindy Weaver,
Scovill Zoo
71 S. Country Club Rd.
Decatur, IL 62521
Phone:
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