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Animal Care Administrative Paid Intern
Animal Care Administrative Paid Intern Reporting to the Behavioral Husbandry and Enrichment Curator the Animal Care Administrative intern will provide support with daily tasks and special project work which will give the intern a look at the administrative side of animal care. Duties will include working with databases and spreadsheets to track animal behavior, ambassador programming, and animal care recordkeeping. This internship would be a great opportunity for those that already have animal care
John Ball ZooAnimal Care Paid Intern
Animal Care Paid Intern The Animal Care Intern will work with our Area 2 animal care team to perform technical animal management work in the care and feeding of exotic and domestic animals, cleaning and maintenance of buildings, animal displays, and other animal enclosures. Interns will also observe and report on the physical and behavioral condition of the animals. Work is performed under general supervision following established policies, procedures, and instructions. Hourly Pay:
John Ball ZooAnimal Heath & Nutrition Paid Intern
Animal Health & Nutrition Paid Intern Reporting to the Veterinarian, the Animal Health & Nutrition Intern will be exposed to all facets of the animal health team’s work at the zoo and will have the following responsibilities:Assist the zoo’s nutrition team with preparation of daily diets, distribution of food enrichment and overall operation of the zoo’s nutrition operation.Assist the hospital zookeeper with daily husbandry for hospitalized and quarantined animals housed at the Animal Hospital, including
John Ball ZooConservation Paid Intern
Conservation Paid Intern Working closely with the Conservation Department staff the Conservation Intern will support the John Ball Zoo’s 2024 field conservation work including rare turtle, freshwater mussel, Endangered butterflies, and community science projects. They will support the rare butterfly, turtle, freshwater mussel, and community science projects by assisting with husbandry, field work, and community outreach, as necessary. The Conservation Intern will be given the opportunity to work on
John Ball ZooField Conservation Coordinator
Field Conservation Coordinator The Field Conservation Coordinator will conduct and coordinate a diverse array of conservation field projects. These projects include but are not limited to working with freshwater mussels, turtles, sturgeon, butterflies, native plants, birds, snakes, and community science. Work may require providing care for rare or threatened species. The Field Conservation Coordinator will coordinate Conservation Department work with both external and internal partners. The Coordinator
John Ball ZooHealth & Safety Paid Intern
Health & Safety Paid Intern Reporting to the Safety & Security Manager, the Health & Safety Intern will assist with providing occupational, fire, and environmental safety. The Health and Safety Intern will assist with promoting proactive health and safety policies, programs and procedures that includes the four fundamental elements of effective health and safety and emergency management programs. Pay Rate: $15 - $16 Essential Duties The Health & Safety Intern will, under the guidance of the Safety
John Ball ZooHospitality Intern
Hospitality Intern Join us as a Hospitality Intern in our Rentals Department! You'll be part of the action at various zoo spots like the Bissell Tree House, Event Tent, Park spaces, and After-Hours locations. Your role? From setting up to tearing down, operating the funicular, driving shuttles, supervising guests, and handling various hands-on tasks—this is your chance to dive into the excitement of zoo hospitality. It's a seasonal position offering year-round experience in a dynamic
John Ball ZooMarketing & Graphic Design Paid Intern
Marketing & Graphic Design Paid Intern John Ball Zoo is looking for a creative and energetic Graphic Designer to join the Marketing team for the summer. Work on a variety of projects from largescale prints to digital promotions. Experience a fast-paced, collaborative, and creative environment working with other designers and multiple departments. Grow your skills in organization, balancing projects, and visual storytelling. Get a chance to explore the zoo and its inhabitants and learn how to effectively
John Ball ZooSeasonal Admissions and Experience Supervisor
Seasonal Admissions and Experience Supervisor You will be assisting with the overall day-to-day operations of the Guest Experience Department by supervising and coordinating guest experiences operations, which include the admission/membership booth, front gate, camel rides, budgie aviary, birthday parties, funicular, ropes course and zip line as well as guest experience team members. You ensure guest and employee satisfaction while maintaining and improving the department's operations. You
John Ball ZooSeasonal Animal Ambassador Specialist
Seasonal Animal Ambassador Specialist As the Seasonal Animal Ambassador Specialist, you'll be at the forefront of creating captivating educational animal experiences for our guests. Your role involves conducting engaging presentations, utilizing positive-reinforcement training methods, and ensuring the welfare of our ambassador animals. Key responsibilities include providing exceptional customer service through interactive animal demonstrations, maintaining meticulous animal records, and contributing to
John Ball ZooSeasonal Bartender
Seasonal Bartender 18+ The Seasonal Bartender role involves providing excellent service to guests at various events held within the zoo. Bartenders are responsible for mixing drinks, pouring beer and wine, and ensuring a memorable experience for guests. This position covers a wide range of events, including weddings, donor events, graduations, and zoo-related activities. Bartenders are also in charge of bar setup and teardown, preparation of garnishes and mixers, and serving drinks to guests, all while
John Ball ZooSeasonal Building and Grounds Team Member
Seasonal Building and Grounds Team Member Join as the guardian of our park and zoo! As a B&G Team Member or Maintenance & Building Team Member, you'll be the caretaker of our facilities. Your role involves ensuring everything, from our structures to the grounds, is in top condition. This means performing general unskilled labor, cleaning, organizing, waste pickup, and maintaining our spaces. Additionally, you'll provide parking assistance. Become a crucial part of maintaining our beautiful environment and
John Ball ZooSeasonal Cash Management Coordinator
Seasonal Cash Management Coordinator Join John Ball Zoo's finance team as a Seasonal Cash Management Coordinator! Responsible for processing receipts, bank deposits, and maintaining cash recycler machines, you'll also track cash drawers, manage daily cash sales, and ensure accurate Excel records. Beyond office tasks, you'll roam the zoo, providing change to venues and collecting cash from interactive stations. You'll troubleshoot minor recycler issues independently and coordinate with technical
John Ball ZooSeasonal Face Painter
Seasonal Face Painter Bring art to life at the zoo as a Face Painter! Join our team to add vibrant colors and excitement. If you love working with kids, have an artistic flair, and enjoy creating themed designs, this role is your canvas. You'll be trained to craft fantastic designs, working at face painting and gift venues, ensuring every guests experience is magic. As a Face Painter, your role involves using painting techniques to create amazing designs on individuals and managing guest purchases.
John Ball ZooSeasonal Guest Experience/Admissions Team Member
Guest Experience/Admissions Ready for an adventure? Join our Guest Experience Team at John Ball Zoo! With seven captivating areas, from camel rides to birthday parties, budgie feedings to the Lantern festival, there's a spot for you as a Guest Experiences Team Member if you're a people-person with an eye for detail. As part of our team, you'll help create unforgettable moments across diverse experiences throughout the Zoo. . If you're naturally adventurous and love engaging with visitors, your
John Ball ZooSeasonal Marketing Events Supervisor
Seasonal Marketing Events SupervisorAs a Seasonal Event Supervisor, you will get the opportunity to assist with all aspects of attendance driving Zoo events like the Grand Rapids Lantern Festival, Breakfast with the Animals, Wildlife Exploration Days, Zoo Goes Boo and many more! You will get the opportunity to connect and coordinate with vendors, guests, Zoo staff, and community partners to help lead an event from initial concept to day of facilitation. All events held at John Ball Zoo help to further
John Ball ZooSeasonal Marketing Events Team Member
Seasonal Marketing Events Team Member As a part of the Marketing Events team, you will get the opportunity to assist with all aspects of attendance driving Zoo events like the Grand Rapids Lantern Festival, Breakfast with the Animals, Wildlife Exploration Days, Zoo Goes Boo and many more! You will get the opportunity to connect and coordinate with vendors, guests, Zoo staff, hired entertainment and community partners to help see an event from initial concept to day of facilitation. All events held at John
John Ball ZooSeasonal Membership Team Member
Seasonal Membership Team MemberSUMMARY The Membership Seasonal will process new memberships at the Zoo’s front gate, and other key areas within the Zoo, ensuring prompt, efficient and friendly customer service. The Membership Seasonal will be focused on selling memberships and securing renewals for Zoo guests in person, over the phone and online in a professional and friendly manner.PAY RATE: $11.00WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?Zoo Membership – during employment ($135 Value)Free Bus PassesScholarship
John Ball ZooSeasonal Shuttle Driver
Seasonal Shutter Driver Join as a Shuttle Driver, offering safe transportation to and from the Bissell Tree House and other venues. This seasonal role requires driving a 13-passenger shuttle, obtaining a chauffeur's license if not owned, and operating the funicular. Candidates, minimum age 18, should comfortably engage with guests while enjoying team collaboration. Responsibilities include shuttling guests to various events, operating the 13-passenger shuttle, obtaining or being certified for a
John Ball ZooSeasonal Volunteer Department Assistant
Seasonal Volunteer Department Assistant The Volunteer & Internship department is looking for someone to join our team for the 2024 season. We are a quickly growing department at John Ball Zoo and work with over 800 volunteers a year! We are seeking someone excited about the zoo environment that enjoys customer service, is friendly and outgoing, organized, and comfortable using computers. Our ideal candidate is a supportive, encouraging, and positive influence on the volunteer team. Starting Pay:
John Ball ZooSocial Media & Photography Paid Intern
Social Media & Photography Paid Intern John Ball Zoo is looking for a creative and energetic individual who is passionate about social media and photography to join the Marketing team for the summer. Work on a variety of projects that include photography, communications, and digital storytelling. Experience a fast-paced, collaborative, and creative environment working with other photographers and multiple departments. Grow your skills in organization, balancing projects, and visual storytelling. Get a
John Ball ZooVenue Event Staff
Venue Event Staff Join our Venue Event Staff for an incredible opportunity at the Bissell Tree House, hosting an array of events like weddings, receptions, corporate gatherings, proms, and private parties. Dive into hands-on responsibilities, from setting up and transforming venues to guiding guests and ensuring seamless experiences. This role isn't just about events at the Tree House; you'll also assist with various Zoo Rentals across different locations. It's a dynamic, year-round position offering
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