Lehigh Valley Zoo
5150 Game Preserve Road, P.O. Box 519
Schnecksville, PA 18078
General Information and Inquiries 610-799-4171
Office Fax 610-799-4170
*Note: We are currently full for summer session Conservation Education internships.
Conservation education interns will be trained in the handling and care of the education animals. Animals used for presentations include invertebrates, mammals, reptiles, birds, and amphibians. Interns will also assist with and eventually run their own onsite educational programs, nature hikes in the preserve, zoo tours, camps, and creek studies at Jordan Creek. As interns you will also be asked to conduct research about our animals for various reasons such as gathering program information or when submitting ideas for new enrichments for an animal. Click to read more. Who should apply? Education internships are open to undergraduate, graduate, and recently graduated students. This internship is meant for anyone pursuing a career in conservation, biology, environmental science, education, or another related field. Preferred candidates would have a background in education and/or environmental sciences or biology related field. They should also show strong communication skills, an ability to work alone or in a group, an ability to think creatively and show critical thinking along with good problem solving skills. Start dates and internship duration The Lehigh Valley Zoo offers internships throughout the year. Each internship typically lasts 13 weeks but the duration is determined by the director of conservation education. Start and end dates are flexible, spring internships usually run from February to May, summer internships from May to august, and fall internships from September to December. Most internships are part time and unpaid. However in the summer full time internships (forty hours a week) are offered which may include a stipend. Interns may also receive course credit for the internship from their respective institutes as arranged by the student and director of conservation education. Why this internship? This internship gives students an opportunity to apply knowledge and skills learned through years of schooling to a hands-on experience. The internship will allow students to learn new skills and improve upon already developed ones including public speaking, communication, problem solving, critical thinking, and many others. It will also give students an opportunity to build on his/her resume and create a network within the professional world. For application and inquiries Please send your resume, cover letter, and application to Hannah Beville, Intern Coordinator, at hbeville@lvzoo.org or call 610-799-4171 ext. 238. Important Information *The Lehigh Valley Zoo does not provide housing for interns. It is the responsibility of the intern to arrange and pay for housing and associated costs of living for the duration of the internship. **Interns will need to provide and cover cost of Criminal Background Check, Fingerprint Clearance, and Child Abuse clearance. Clearances must have satisfactory results. Collapse.
The selected intern will be trained in various aspects related to coordinating a successful event. Over the course of the internship, the intern will become familiarized with:
The selected intern will assist with and eventually coordinate their own activity or event. As an intern, you will also be asked to conduct research about both event trends and trends within the industry. Click to read more. Who should apply? Event Planning internships are open to undergraduate, graduate, and recently graduated students. This internship is meant for anyone pursuing a career in Event Planning/ Activity Coordination or a closely related field. Preferred candidates would have a background in Event Planning, Activity Coordination, and/or Recreation Service Management. Candidates should be able to demonstrate strong communication skills, an ability to work alone or in a group, the ability to think both creatively and in a highly organized manor, as well as show critical thinking and problem solving skills. Start dates and internship duration The Lehigh Valley Zoo offers internships throughout the year. Each internship lasts approximately 12 weeks but the duration is determined by the intern’s supervisor. Hours, start, and end dates are flexible and to be discussed between the selected intern and their supervisor. Spring internships usually run from February to May, summer internships from May to August, and fall internships from September to December. Interns may also receive course credit for the internship from their respective institutes as arranged by the student and director of conservation education. Why this internship? This internship gives students an opportunity to apply knowledge and skills learned through years of schooling to a hands-on experience. The internship will allow students to learn new skills and improve upon already developed ones including public speaking, communication, problem solving, critical thinking, and many others. It will also give students an opportunity to build on his/her resume and create a network within the professional world. Applications and inquiries Please send your resume and cover letter to Julia Bieski, Event and Volunteer Manager, at jbieski@lvzoo.org Important Information *The Lehigh Valley Zoo does not provide housing for interns. It is the responsibility of the intern to arrange and pay for housing and associated costs of living for the duration of the internship. **Interns will need to provide and cover cost of Criminal Background Check, Fingerprint Clearance, and Child Abuse clearance. Clearances must have satisfactory results. Collapse.
The selected intern will be trained in the ins and outs of aspects related to Marketing and Advertising at the Lehigh Valley Zoo. This internship is geared towards students studying marketing, communications or a related field. Students will gain a deeper understanding of the best marketing practices while representing the Lehigh Valley Zoo and it’s conservation mission. Click to read more. Responsibilities May Include Who should apply? Start Dates and Duration The Lehigh Valley Zoo offers internships throughout the year. Each internship lasts approximately 12 weeks but the duration is determined by the intern’s supervisor. Hours, start, and end dates are flexible and to be discussed between the selected intern and their supervisor. Spring internships usually run from February to May, summer internships from May to August, and fall internships from September to December. Interns may also receive course credit for the internship from their respective institutes as arranged by the student and director of conservation education. Applications and Inquiries Please send your resume and cover letter to Peter Fox, Director of Marketing at pfox@lvzoo.org. Collapse.
Lehigh Valley Zoo is seeking a Membership & Development intern to assist and work closely with the Membership and Development Director. The intern will receive hands on experience in a nonprofit development department and will assist in the management of material for Lehigh Valley Zoo. Click to read more. Responsibilities may include: Who Should Apply? Start Dates and Duration The Lehigh Valley Zoo offers internships throughout the year. Each internship lasts approximately 12 weeks but the duration is determined by the intern’s supervisor. Hours, start, and end dates are flexible and to be discussed between the selected intern and their supervisor. Spring internships usually run from February to May, summer internships from May to August, and fall internships from September to December. Interns may also receive course credit for the internship from their respective institutes as arranged by the student and director of conservation education. Applications and Inquiries Please send your resume and cover letter to Doreen Carl, Membership and Development Director at dcarl@lvzoo.org. Collapse.
Lehigh Valley Zoo is seeking college students looking for a great opportunity to build up their resume, with benefits, for marketing and direct sales. Click to read more. Responsibilities may include: Who Should Apply? Start Dates and Duration Saturdays and Sundays through November 1, 2017. Extensions and more opportunities may become available depending on the individual’s performance and weather conditions Applications and Inquiries Click here for the application Collapse.
The internship will provide practical hands-on experience for those interested in the animal keeping field. Interns will work alongside keeper staff in several different areas of the zoo learning animal care, exhibit upkeep, diet prep, enrichment, record keeping, behavioral training, public presentations, and assisting with veterinary procedures when possible. The Animal Care team works with a variety of exotic, domestic, and native animal species. Click to read more. Who Should Apply? Animal keeping is a physically demanding profession, and interns are subjected to a variety of physical and environmental challenges. Applicants must be willing and able to work in all types of weather, be able to lift at least 50 lbs., and will be required to have a negative TB test within the last year. Interns must be reliable, trustworthy and be able to follow oral and/or written instructions. Qualified applicants must have completed at least one year of college or have graduated within the last year. Preferred candidates will have or be working towards a degree in biology, zoology, animal behavior, or any other related field. Applicants should show strong observation and communication skills, an ability to work alone or in a group, an ability to think creatively and show critical thinking and good problem solving skills. All interns will be expected to work a ten hour day and complete the minimum hour requirement for their session. Internships are unpaid and housing is not provided. Interns may also receive course credit for the internship from their respective institutes as arranged by the student and intern coordinator. Duration of Internships The Lehigh Valley Zoo offers internships throughout the year. Summer internships require 300 hours minimum and fall and spring internships require 150 hours minimum. The duration is determined by the intern coordinator, start and end dates are flexible but must be approved in advance. How to Apply To apply, please send a resume and cover letter stating career goals, prior experience, and other pertinent information to Amy Tucker at atucker@lvzoo.org. Please specify interest in which session time along with availability. Applications sent after the deadline will not be taken into consideration. Deadlines for Applications Important Information *The Lehigh Valley Zoo does not provide housing for interns. It is the responsibility of the intern to arrange and pay for housing and associated costs of living for the duration of the internship. Collapse.
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Experience a FUN, friendly and unique work environment with a seasonal job at the Zoo! Click to read more. We’re counting on YOU to make Lehigh Valley Zoo a fun place for our guests to learn about animals – Smart FUN! We currently have positions available for part-time seasonal Guest Service employees: Admission Gate, Food Service, Gift Shops, Front Office and Face Painting. Must be 18 years or older. Click here for application Collapse.
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