Volunteer
Zoo Miami / Zoo Miami Foundation
Program overview
High school students ages 14–18 interested in wildlife, conservation, education, guest engagement, and community service; adult volunteer opportunities are also available for ages 18+.
Eligibility
Varies by program: Adult Volunteer applicants must be 18+, complete an online application, participate in a Zoom interview, pass a national background check, and attend a one-day orientation; teen programs generally are for ages 14–18 and require orientation/availability; Teen Squad requires current high school enrollment and a minimum of 70 hours.
Key details
- Organization
- Zoo Miami / Zoo Miami Foundation
- Type
- Volunteer
- Location
- Miami, FL
- Format
- in-person
- Eligible grades
- 9, 10, 11, 12
- Time commitment
- Varies by program: Conservation Teen Scientist requires 15 volunteer days over summer plus 2 days per month during the school year; Teen Squad requires a minimum of 70 hours; Adult Volunteer offers annual and seasonal options; Counselor-in-Training is a summer commitment.
- Application status
- Varies by program: Adult Volunteer applications open January 7, 2027; Counselor-in-Training applications are currently closed and reopen March 1, 2027; Conservation Teen Scientist applications are currently closed and reopen March 2, 2027; Teen Squad application is full; group volunteer requests are not currently being accepted.
How to apply
Apply on the program's own site. Details here were read from that page and can change — confirm them there before applying.