Animal Care Volunteers needed at Sequoia Park Zoo

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Sequoia Park Zoo

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Location
Eureka, CA
Job Type
Seasonal
(Fall & Spring)
Salary
Volunteer
Posted
August 1, 2026
Housing Offered
No
Experience
0-2 yrs

Engage by working behind the scenes to learn more about the animals while assisting zookeepers with animal care tasks. This is a great opportunity for volunteers that are interested in a career in zookeeping and learning more about the animals here at the Zoo!

Animal Care Volunteers must:

  • Be at least 18 years old;
  • Commit to volunteering for 12 hours per month;
  • Be able to be able to lift 25lbs, walk on uneven surfaces, tolerate inclement weather and wet/muddy/slippery conditions;
  • Take a mandatory anti-harassment training required by the City of Eureka (1 hour webinar);
  • Take a zoonotics disease training (1 hour webinar);
  • Work safely and independently, stay on task, and follow detailed directions;
  • Follow all City of Eureka and Sequoia Park Zoo policies and procedures;
  • Complete background check and TB test, and attend volunteer orientation.

The Animal Care Volunteer (ACV) Program has two seasons: Fall (September 12 through December 31) and Spring (February 13 through May 31).

Applications for the ACV Fall Season open August 1 and close September 5, 2026.

Sequoia Park Zoo

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