Are you interested in gaining valuable, hands-on experience in the zoological field and first-hand knowledge and mentoring from experienced animal care professionals? Come join the animal care team at the Virginia Zoo! We are currently accepting applications for interns in the Animal Services department from motivated individuals interested in pursuing a rewarding career as a zoo keeper. While working with our Africa, Asia, Birds and Australia, Program Animal, Reptile/Herps, Zoo Farm and Americas, or Animal Wellness teams, interns will learn all aspects of animal care and management in an AZA-accredited zoological organization. Zoo keeper interns at the Virginia Zoo work directly alongside zoo keepers, animal managers and veterinary staff as we strive to continuously provide the best poss