Jobs/Volunteer Opportunities: General Information

The Zoo has employment opportunities and internships in animal management, guest services, education, fundraising, horticulture, maintenance, operations and administration. Internship opportunities traditionally are posted in the winter, spring and summer. Open positions must be applied for online.

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Zoo employees enjoy competitive wages, healthcare benefits, vacation and sick leave and a retirement program. In addition, all Zoo employees enjoy a complimentary Zoo Membership and a 30% discount in the Zoo's gift shops and cafés.

Applicants must be at least 18 years old.

Jobs in Retail, Food Service, Private Events and Catering

Service Systems Associates operates the retail shops, concessions and catering departments at the San Francisco Zoo. If you are interested in working in any of these areas, please e-mail your resume to:

RETAIL:  Please e-mail angelapotts@kmssa.com
For retail sales associate positions, stop by the Wildlife Connection Gift Shop at the main zoo entrance Tuesday-Thursday from 1-4PM, Sundays from 12-4PM and see Angela Potts to fill out an application. You must be able to work the first Wednesday of each month, weekends and Holidays.
FOOD & CONCESSIONS:  Please e-mail jamesbaker@kmssa.com