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City of Oklahoma City

<div>Bring your curiosity. Bring your drive. We&rsquo;ll bring the experience. Join the OKC Zoo for our Summer 2026 Internship Program and get hands-on opportunities to learn, lead, and leave your mark while making a meaningful impact.
Employment Status: Full-time Temporary
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Duration: 12 weeks - Starting on May 16th 2026
Schedule: Summer 2026
Compensation: $14.00/hr
Department: PR/Marketing
Direct Supervisor: Jenna Dodson, Director of Events and Sales
Primary Work Location: Zoo settings both indoors and outdoors
Certification: Completion of assigned OKC Zoo HSI training in the first two weeks of employment.
Other: This position is subject to pre-employment and/or periodic background checks.
Internship Summary: The Events and Sales Internship will introduce the world of events and sales, especially in the field of Zoos and attractions, to prospective industry members. This position will prepare intern in sales processes, client relationship management, revenue and expense budget management, event planning and execution, and communication strategies.
Development Outcomes
An intern in this position will complete assigned tasks resulting in the following learning outcomes
<ul><li>Intern will develop understanding of events and sales department operations and how it fits within the OKC Zoo organization and helps fulfill mission
</li><li>Intern will learn how to effectively and persuasively communicate details and logistics of events and admissions to prospective clients, learning how to promote Zoo as venue
</li><li>Intern will develop an understanding of profit and loss statements and budget management and revenue reporting through Microsoft Excel
</li><li>Intern will create function sheets, setup materials and day-of information to ensure accuracy
</li><li>Intern will review current private and public event offerings and recommend areas of growth
</li><li>Intern will create and send proposals and invoices to prospective clients
</li><li>Intern will be involved in cross-functional department meetings to share details of upcoming events and happenings
</li><li>Intern will be involved in pre-event planning, serve as on-site representative for private events
</li>Intern will complete a proposal for a new public event that connects guests with the Zoo's mission and generates revenue 
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</li></ul>Eligibility Requirements:
<ul><li>Must be 18 years of age or older
</li><li>Commitment of designated schedule
</li><li>Current college or graduate student pursuing an applicable degree, recent graduate of an applicable degree, or relevant education with interest in transitioning into an applicable career
</li><li>Interest in pursuing career in event management or sales
</li><li>Have the ability to work well in a busy and fast paced environment
</li><li>Provide own housing and transportation</li></ul></div>

2026 Summer Events and Sales Intern - OKC Zoo

<div>Bring your curiosity. Bring your drive. We&rsquo;ll bring the experience. Join the OKC Zoo for our Summer 2026 Internship Program and get hands-on opportunities to learn, lead, and leave your mark while making a meaningful impact.
Employment Status: Full-time Temporary
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Duration: 12 weeks - Beginning on Saturday May 16th
Schedule: 40 Hours per Week
Compensation: $14.00/hr
Department: Animal Management &ndash; Carnivore
Direct Supervisor: Assistant Curator of Carnivores and/or Curator of Carnivores
Primary Work Location: Zoo setting both indoors and outdoors
Certification: Valid Oklahoma driver&rsquo;s license pass drivers history test. Completion of assigned OKC Zoo HSI training in the first two weeks of employment
Other: This position is safety sensitive. It is subject to pre-employment and/or periodic background checks and drug testing. This position works around animals susceptible to specific respiratory diseases, thus is subject to annual tuberculosis testing.
Internship Summary: This internship is designed to be an entry point for someone who is seeking a career working with animals. Interns will receive hands-on training to aid in the development of knowledge, skills and abilities typically required of entry-level Animal Caretakers in zoos and aquariums accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) by working alongside Carnivore Team staff to support the wellbeing and care of the Zoo&rsquo;s carnivore collection and their environments through habitat maintenance, enrichment, operant conditioning training and wellbeing monitoring. This position will interact with the public to support operations and guest experiences and to perform a variety of skilled/semi-skilled work required for the care and safety of animals, staff and the public.
Development Outcomes
An intern in this position will complete assigned tasks resulting in the following learning outcomes
<ul><li>Intern will develop an understanding of Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden Policies and Carnivore Area Policies and Procedures.
</li><li>Intern will be familiar with commonly accessed areas within the carnivore area.
</li><li>Intern will develop an understanding of internship objectives and expectations.
</li><li>Intern will work in a manner that supports and protects the health of the assigned collection including wearing assigned PPE and limiting exposure to known contagions.
</li><li>Intern will participate in the preparation of taxa specific diets.
</li><li>Intern will develop an understanding of the natural behaviors and life histories of assigned taxa by researching species, completing observations and discussing behavior(s) with carnivore staff.
</li><li>Intern will develop an understanding of the responsibilities of an Animal Caretaker-Carnivore staff member
</li><li>Intern will develop an understanding of the essential role that zoos and aquariums play in conservation
</li><li>Intern will learn the basics of guest interaction in a zoo or aquarium setting including how to convey educational information and effectively communicate conservation efforts
</li><li>Intern will learn how to prepare and maintain animal records and reports through commonly used computer programs.
</li><li>Intern will safely and effectively operate motor vehicles.
</li><li>Intern will actively participate in daily animal husbandry techniques and assessments related to: animal care, animal wellbeing, behavior observations and operant conditioning training.
</li><li>Intern will learn basic construction, building and grounds maintenance tasks and repair work common in the carnivore area.
</li><li>Intern will operate hand tools, power tools and yard work equipment to maintain animal habitats.
</li><li>Intern will connect people with our world&rsquo;s vanishing wildlife and wild places to inspire conservation action.
</li><li>Intern will support daily purposeful enrichment and documentation to promote, encourage and evaluate natural and guest engaging behaviors.
</li><li>Intern will observe veterinary medical behaviors and procedures.
</li><li>Intern will learn to work effectively in a team environment, including with volunteers, to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, professional colleagues and the public.
</li><li>Intern will handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
</li><li>Intern will work in an environment subject to constant interruptions and quickly changing priorities.
</li><li>Intern will collaborate with other Zoo departments.
</li><li>Intern will participate in and respond to safety-related issues and drills.
</li><li>Intern will develop an understanding of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), Taxon Advisory Groups, Species Survival Programs and AZA Breeding and Transfer Plans.
</li>Intern will develop an understanding of United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and AZA Accreditation Standards. 
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</li></ul>Eligibility Requirements:
<ul><li>Must be 18 years of age or older
</li><li>Commitment of 40 hours weekly, for the duration of the internship, by working a flexible schedule that may include evenings and/or weekends and holidays and during emergency situations such as dictated by weather.
</li><li>Current college or graduate student pursuing an applicable degree, recent graduate of an applicable degree, or relevant education with interest in transitioning into an applicable career
</li><li>Interest in pursuing career in animal care
</li><li>Have the ability to work well in a busy and fast paced environment
</li><li>Provide own housing and transportation</li></ul></div>

2026 Summer Carnivore Intern - OKC Zoo

<div>Bring your curiosity. Bring your drive. We&rsquo;ll bring the experience. Join the OKC Zoo for our Summer 2026 Internship Program and get hands-on opportunities to learn, lead, and leave your mark while making a meaningful impact.
Employment Status : Full-time Temporary
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Duration: 12 weeks - Beginning May 16th 2026
Pay: $14 Hourly
Minimum Education Requirements: Relevant college course experience or relevant degree.
Department: Public Relations
Direct Supervisor: Digital Media Coordinator
Primary Work Location: OKC Zoo Setting both indoors and outdoors
Certification: Successful completion of a pre-employment background check. Completion of assigned OKC Zoo HSI training within first two weeks of employment.
Internship Summary: The Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented digital media intern to join the public relations department. Responsibilities include helping to generate content for the Zoo&rsquo;s social media platforms, photographing Zoo events and happenings, producing and editing video footage, assisting with Zoo events, and creating copy for blogs, media advisories, media alerts and press releases.
Development Outcomes
<ul><li>Intern will develop an understanding of all social platforms used by the Zoo and how they assist in furthering the Zoo&rsquo;s mission and vision.
</li><li>Learn how to write content in the style of the Zoo&rsquo;s voice for social platforms
</li><li>Learn how to utilize social content management platform, Sprout Social
</li><li>Develop reporting skills necessary for social media
</li><li>Understand the essential role that zoos and aquariums play in conservation
</li><li>Understand how to write press releases and blogs for non-profit, conservation organizations
</li><li>Develop proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite including Premiere Pro and Lightroom
</li><li>Develop knowledge in writing and editing blogs, press releases, media advisories and more
</li><li>Understand how to search for social media trends and implement them
</li><li>Develop positive relationships with Zoo teams
</li><li>Develop ability to handle multiple tasks at once and assist with event development
</li></ul>Eligibility Requirements
<ul><li>Must be 18 years or older
</li><li>Commitment of minimum 2 full days (16 hours) in the office per week
</li><li>Current college or graduate student in relevant degree-earning program or recent college graduate with relevant degree
</li><li>Provide own housing and transportation
</li><li>Ability to work well with a team
</li><li>Ability to work will within a busy and fast paced environment
</li><li>Basic knowledge of all social media platforms including but not limited to Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.
</li><li>Interest in pursuing career in public relations, communications or digital media</li></ul></div>

2026 Summer Digital Media Intern - OKC Zoo

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2026 Summer Events and Sales Intern - OKC Zoo

2026 Summer Carnivore Intern - OKC Zoo

2026 Summer Digital Media Intern - OKC Zoo