Ideal candidates have some related animal experience and consistent career goals. Tropical Discovery offers several unpaid internships available throughout the year. Internships are available throughout the year for students interested in developing skills in informal education, environmental interpretation, curriculum development, as well as animal care and training. Academic education internships may be arranged through the Education Department. Internships are available throughout the year.
Interns work with accounting and spreadsheet programs.
Interns will use a variety of modules, such as AP, AR, GL, and payroll. Interns will be given the opportunity to enhance their understanding of non-profit accounting. Internships are avaliable for students studying architecture, landscape architecture, building construction, or related fields. Interns gain experience in design and construction of zoo exhibits and support facilities working closely with zoo staff, design consultants and contractors. Interns are assigned to specific projects underway in the zoo's redevelopment program.