Animal Care Internship Orangutan & Monkey -Spring 2026

Animal Care Internship Orangutan & Monkey- Spring 2026

Internship Period : February 24, 2026-May 29, 2026

Deadlin e to Apply : SPOTS ARE LIMITED-Apply today to join our Spring 2026 Orangutan & Monkey Internship and launch your future in wildlife care and conservation.

Step into the Wild Side of Conservation.

Ready for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity working alongside various species of Primates and more? The Orangutan & Monkey Team Internship at ZooTampa offers hands-on experience in Primate care, behavioral training, and real-time conservation education. You'll work shoulder-to-shoulder with professional animal care staff, gaining behind-the-scenes insight while building skills that pave the way for a career in zoology or wildlife management. From collecting behavioral data to creating enrichment and engaging with guests, every day is a chance to grow personally and professionally in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. If you're passionate, hardworking, and eager to learn, we want to hear from you!

Animal Care Internship, Orangutan & Monkey

Please note : If you are seeking an Animal Care internship, do NOT apply for more than two internships per term; applying to more than two will result in disqualification.

Description :

Interns focus on the care and husbandry of various primate species while learning about the complexities of primate social structure, behavior and ecology. Interns participate in animal observations, enrichment sessions, medical procedures as well as observe training sessions. Through a series of lectures, interns will develop an understanding on how to train using operant and classical conditioning. There is an online course to supplement and expand upon the in-person experiences gained during this internship.

Internship functions include, but are not limited to :

• Daily care and feeding of animals in collection.
• Maintenance of animal exhibits.
• Behavioral observations and record keeping.
• Complete individual projects as well as periodically test your knowledge gained during the experience.
• Animal enrichment and public interaction.
• Learn the importance of positive guest relations and educating the public.
• Learn about the principles of positive reinforcement, classical conditioning and shaping to train these animals.
• Represent ZooTampa through exemplary customer service and behavior.

Qualifications :

Required Availability :

Physical Abilities :

Additional Requirements :

If an internship offer is made, it is contingent on :

Applicants must submit an Internship Application, cover letter and resume in order to be considered for a position.

Benefits :

Internships are unpaid and are designed to meet academic requirements, as applicable, and provide valuable real-world experience for participants. Successful completion of an internship may also yield letters of recommendation, a portfolio of their work when applicable, and important networking contacts. Potential academic credit may be available subject to program eligibility requirements. Candidates seeking academic credit must have arrangements agreed upon between the Zoo and their school before beginning the internship. Successful completion of an internship may also yield letters of recommendation, a portfolio of their work when applicable, and important networking contacts.

Who is eligible?

High school diploma or GED is required. Applicants currently pursuing a degree in any of the biological or life sciences are preferred. Applicants must submit an Internship Application, cover letter, and resume in order to be considered for a position.

International Internship Eligibility Requirements :

Please note that ZooTampa is unable to offer sponsorship for student or work visas for this internship position.

Only applicants who are legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship will be considered.

Please Note : Interns must make their own accommodation and transportation arrangements. This is an unpaid internship.

Please visit https : / / zootampa.org / intern-at-zootampa / for more information.

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