Indianapolis Zoo Fall Volunteer Management Internship

Last Updated:Oct 29th, 2021

Indianapolis Zoological Society

Indianapolis Zoo Fall Volunteer Management Internship

Type: Standard
Location: Indianapolis
Application Due Date: Aug. 12, 2019
Starts: Aug. 12, 2019
Structure:
$Paid
Full Time
Part Time

Description

Recently named one of the Top 10 Non-Profit Internship programs in the United States by Vault*, the Indianapolis Zoo's Internship Program offers a unique opportunity for college students studying in the United States  to become actively involved in the Zoo's conservation, research, education and recreation efforts. Interns can enhance their knowledge and experience in various animal care and administrative roles.

Zoo Internships are open to current college students – who are at least at entering their sophomore year – enrolled in a four-year degree program. Interns serve 20-40 hours per week for 12 consecutive weeks. Positions are experience-based and are therefore unpaid. The Zoo can provide information to assist with your housing and transportation search.

The deadline to apply for fall internships is July 10. To be considered, students need to submit an application form along with a cover letter, résumé, two letters of recommendation and a copy of their current (official or unofficial) transcripts. Candidates are encouraged to apply early as offers may be made before the deadline. Late applications will not be considered.

For more information, contact Adam Garrett in Volunteer Services at agarrett@indyzoo.com or 317-630-2041.

Responsibilities

Volunteer Management Internship

Join this fast-paced department and take part in all aspects of volunteer management. Help recruit, select, train, motivate and supervise our great group of nearly 900 individuals between the ages of 14 and 95. You will gain administrative and organizational skills, learn about non-profit management and have fun, too!

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

-Support the Zoo’s mission of empowering people and communities, both locally and globally, to advance animal conservation.

-Assist with special events, including Zoobilation, ZooBoo and/or Christmas at the Zoo.

-Assist with Volunteer Program Introduction, New Volunteer Orientation and event orientations.

-Work in conjunction with Human Resources Department Staff and Intern on an assigned project.

-Check office mail, voicemail and emails. Respond to all information requests in a timely manner.

-Assist current volunteers with their scheduling, paperwork or other needs.

-Assist with entering records in volunteer database.

-Assist with interviewing new adult volunteer prospects.

-Research and execute activities to reward volunteers for their service.

-Attend intern and volunteer fairs as scheduled.

-Other projects or duties will be determined specific to student’s interests and course requirements.

Qualifications

http://www.indianapoliszoo.com/jobs-volunteer/internships/

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