2008 Volunteens

The Volunteen Program is designed for young adults ages 14-17 and focuses on building a ladder of leadership, interpersonal and job skills while fostering responsibility, customer service, commitment and environmental stewardship.

New Volunteens will interact with Zoo guests at select animal exhibits by providing hands-on activities and answering visitors’ questions.
 
Over the course of the year, Volunteens will have additional opportunities to become involved in areas such as Summer Safari Day Camp, Horticulture and Special Events.

This program requires a one-year commitment, not only from the teen volunteer, but from his or her entire family, who will provide transportation, encouragement, support and cooperation.

Based on their performance and overall commitment to the Zoo during their first year, returning Volunteens may be given other leadership opportunities, including helping in animal care and husbandry, the Animal Nutrition Kitchen, mentoring new Volunteens and interning in the Volunteen Habitat.

Requirements

Applicants must:

• be 14-17 years old by June 1, 2009
• be truly interested in making Volunteening your number one extracurricular activity of the year.
• make a one-year commitment to the Volunteen program. (This is a commitment for both applicant and family.)

If selected, he/she must:

• submit a negative Tuberculosis Skin Test (PPD Type).
• wear appropriate attire at all times, which includes khaki bottoms and the provided Volunteen T-shirt, sweatshirt and name badge.
• work one 8-hour day a week in the summer (June-August) and 12 hours each month (September-May) during the school year, totaling about 200 hours.

The date to apply for the 2009-2010 program has passed. Continue to visit this website for information about next year’s program. Applications for the 2010-2011 program year should be available on-line at the end of 2009. Thank you for your interest and visit the zoo to see our current Volunteens in action.

Application complete by - March 3, 2009

Letter of recommendation and Science Teacher Reference Form postmarked by - March 3, 2009

Interviews - Saturday March 22 or Sunday March 28

Orientation for Teens and Parents - April 25 or May 3

Training dates - June 1-5

contact the Volunteen Office at: teenvolunteer@zooatlanta.org