ADULT VOLUNTEER PROGRAM
As a volunteer, you are an ambassador for Woodland Park Zoo and are an important part of the zoo team. Once admitted into the WPZ volunteer program, you will complete training to become a zoo ambassador. Through this training, you will learn how to find your way around our large and complex zoo campus, communicate with zoo visitors, answer questions about some of the zoo’s most popular zoo animals, exhibits and conservation projects, and learn about the essentials of zoo safety procedures and volunteer guidelines.
Recruitment - Volunteer Program Orientation
Volunteer recruitment has ended for 2013, as orientations are held on an as needed basis. We have filled all of our classes for this year. Please check back with us in November for recruitment dates for 2014.
Attending an Orientation is a prerequisite of volunteering. At this Orientation, you will learn more about the zoo's adult volunteer program (age 18 and older) including the details of volunteer requirements, commitment, and the training schedule. You will have the chance to see what sparks your interest, ask questions and submit an application. Applications are only available by attending an Orientation.
Adult Volunteer Requirements and Positions
All regular volunteer opportunities:
- are open to individuals age 18 and older
- have a $25 program fee
- require beginning volunteer service by completing zoo ambassador training
- require a minimum of 72 hours annually with a minimum one year commitment
Once you have completed zoo ambassador training, you may begin volunteering as a zoo ambassador or explore your interests in other aspects of zoo operations by applying for one of the other specialty positions listed below. Some positions involve a weekly shift and have specific physical and skills requirements. Click here for volunteer positions.
SERVICE PROJECTS
Woodland Park Zoo is currently not accepting new service groups.
OTHER OPPORTUNITIES
A short-term volunteer opportunity,
ADULT VOLUNTEERS
If you cannot find the answers to your questions about volunteering or need additional help please contact program staff at 206.548.2450
TEEN VOLUNTEERS
ZooCorps Teen Program staff at 206.548.2699 or zoocorps@zoo.org