Join Our Team of Volunteers – Early 2025
Taking care of the animals may seem like the only glamorous job, but volunteers can be superstars by doing all sorts of work around the zoo supporting our guests. All opportunities will be guest interfacing and will center around providing our guests with an amazing guest experience through directional support, educational opportunities, and just having great interactions. We take pride in the education and interpretation program, giving every guest the chance to ask questions and learn about animals and conservation. Please consider giving your time and talents in the way your Zoo needs help the most.
OktoBEARfest presented by CFG Bank
We need volunteers to check guests in and pour beer! (must be 18+)
Zoo BOO!
We need volunteers to hand out candy and help run Halloween activities!
Zoo Zoom: ZOOmbie Run
We need volunteers to direct runners and help in the race village!
Requirements and information:
- Applications are for anyone 18 and over
- Must be able to fulfill a monthly requirement of four shifts per month (shifts are roughly 2.5 hours each)
- Must be able to fulfill a year-long commitment
- All volunteers start off as Zoo Guides (directional support, answering basic Zoo amenity questions, enhance the guest experience)
- No volunteer position is responsible for the care, management, and husbandry of our animals
- Not all applicants will be accepted into the program
Thank you for your interest! The 2024 recruitment will take place later in the year.
Questions? Please contact the Volunteer Office at volunteers@marylandzoo.org or call 443-552-5266.