Caldwell Zoo - Education & Events Internship

Caldwell Zoo Caldwell Zoo - Education & Events Internship

Summer 2026 paid internships are available at Caldwell Zoo in Tyler, Texas in the area of Education and Events.

The Caldwell Zoo is seeking highly motivated, hard-working, professional minded students who want to take advantage of educational opportunities to gain on-the-job experience in the zoological career field.

• Support the Caldwell Zoo Education and Events Department by assisting in the development of education curriculum and special events
• Assist in teaching classes, school programs, and community outreaches utilizing predetermined presentations
• Assist in event and volunteer program planning and implementation
• Provide excellent customer service to all zoo guests, including parents, teachers, chaperones, students, etc.
• Engage with and educate zoo guests
• Preparation and breakdown of program materials
• Know and follow all emergency procedures and protocols
• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs and be able to work in all inclement weather conditions
• Completion of various additional duties as assigned
• Watch animal medical procedures
• Attend a Veterinary Department meeting
• Shadow up to five other departments

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must be a sophomore in college or have a higher classification
• Overall GPA must be 2.5 or higher
• Must pass a background check and have a negative TB Test
• Required minimum 1 year of paid or unpaid experience working with children
• Preferred 1 year of paid or unpaid experience with education in a zoological camp, museum, school, non-profit, or other related setting
• Must be comfortable handling and working with animals, including snakes and other reptiles, mammals, amphibians, and invertebrates
• Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions

May 20th - August 25th

* Please plan to arrive at least three business days before the start date to complete the onboarding process.

* Any time off requested during the internship (excluding illness or emergency) must be discussed in the interview and approved before starting the internship.

Please apply and upload the following documents:

• Resume

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