Insect Zoo Volunteers
Volunteer at one of the oldest insectariums in the country, the San Francisco Insect Zoo has been in continuous operation since 1979.
A little about the Insect Zoo
The exhibit area contains preserved specimens, a hands-on microscope, an observation beehive, a reading area for young children, a science booth for presentations, and more than thirty displays of live insects, arachnids, and other arthropods.
As a volunteer…
Not only will you learn about the animals in our collection, but you will also care for and teach visitors about the SF Zoo’s insects. The tasks of volunteers include preparing diets, assisting with designing habitats, giving public presentations, and helping with the cleaning and maintenance of the Insect Zoo.
Requirements, commitment, skills, and daily husbandry tasks
- Must be 18 years of age and over
- Must participate in an interview
- Must complete a background check ($50)
- Hay que comprar un conjunto de uniforme ($40)
- Minimum commitment of two (2) days per month for six (6) months
- Available Shifts consist of four (4) hours during the following times:
- 9am – 1pm
- 1pm – 5pm
- 9am – 4pm
- Comfortable working with invertebrates
- A desire to learn about the biology and natural history of animals
- Buenas habilidades de comunicación verbal con compañeros de trabajo y visitantes
- Capaz de trabajar de forma independiente y en colaboración
- Capacidad para permanecer de pie o permanecer en servicio durante largos períodos de tiempo
- Se adhiere a todas las prácticas y protocolos de seguridad
- Capacidad para afrontar enfermedades, lesiones o pérdidas de animales ocasionales
- A desire to fulfill the mission of the San Francisco Zoo & Gardens, which is to connect all people with wildlife, inspire caring for nature, and advance conservation action.
- Preparing diets
- Feeding invertebrates
- Setting up terraria
- Interacting with the Public
- Cleaning exhibit room
- Holiday Events
- Special Projects
As a dedicated volunteer at the Insect Zoo, you would be enriching the lives of our animals, connecting people with wildlife, and inspiring care for nature.
We look forward to seeing you join our amazing team of volunteers at the Insect Zoo!
Applications are currently closed
Please check back soon to check for volunteer openings
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