Zookeeper Apprentice
Salary
$15.97 Hourly
Location
Saint Paul
Job Type
Internship
Job Number
Saint Paul
Department
Not Applicable
Opening Date
03/06/2025
Closing Date
5/2/2025 11:59 PM Central
DESCRIPTION
BENEFITS
Job Posting
This apprenticeship at Como Park Zoo and Conservatory is designed to provide necessary experience to obtain a job as a Zookeeper post-graduation. Apprentices gain career learning in animal husbandry, data collection, and food preparation as well as ongoing professional skills trainings. This is a paid year-long opportunity through Right Track and the City of St Paul, Apprentices will receive $15.97/hour.
•Assist with daily diet preparation, daily feeding, husbandry
•Provide animal enrichment
•Assist with routine record keeping; participate in weekly veterinary consultation
•Provide routine animal observation, reporting any concerns
•Other duties as assigned