Thank you for your interest in serving Brookfield Zoo Chicago as a volunteer. We are so very grateful you would like to share your time and talent celebrating animals and nature with our guests.
At this time, volunteer applications are currently closed. However, we do anticipate new volunteer recruitment to resume this summer for positions that will start in the fall, including the selection of trainees for our newly revised Docent Training Program. Please check back in Summer 2024 for all the latest details!
Thank you for your support of Brookfield Zoo Chicago!
VICNET Volunteer Login
login to vicnet
KING CONSERVATION SCIENCE SCHOLAR PROGRAM FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
The King Conservation Science Scholars Program is an interactive college and career readiness experience program open to all high school students. Our adaptable, skill-building program prepares high school students to be a change-maker through increased animal, conservation, and community awareness and educational opportunities. For more information, click HERE.
VOLUNTEERING FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
Volunteer opportunities are not available for children younger than high-school age, and for families. However, please click here for information on our various learning programs for adults, children, and families. Enjoy!
WORKING DIRECTLY WITH ANIMALS
Our volunteers do not handle animals, do not work directly with animals, and are not involved in animal husbandry. If you are interested in gaining hands-on experience working with animals for your career development, and are currently enrolled in a university degree program, consider our 12-week Internship Program. If interested, please click here or send an e-mail to interns@brookfieldzoo.org.
PAID POSITIONS
If you are looking for paid job opportunities, please apply on our Job Board instead.
QUESTIONS?
Please contact us at volunteers@brookfieldzoo.org.
Thank you for your interest in becoming a community conservation leader for Brookfield Zoo Chicago!