Volunteer Information
Thank you for your interest in volunteering at Zoo Atlanta! Please read the information below about volunteering at the Zoo. Note that the minimum age to volunteer is 18.
If this sounds interesting to you, fill out our online application. Once your application has been received, you will receive an email to attend a new volunteer orientation. Email questions to volunteer@zooatlanta.org. Volunteers are recruited for many areas in the Zoo, see our current list of volunteer service areas.
| New Volunteer Orientation If you have completed your application, you will receive an email with information for orientation. If you have not, email volunteer@zooatlanta.org to be sent the information.
Upcoming Volunteer Orientations:
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Zoo Atlanta volunteers agree to:
- Maintain a current Zoo Atlanta membership
- Commit a minimum of 1 year and 50 hours of service per year
- Purchase and wear a designated uniform and badge while volunteering on Zoo property or for offsite events (name badge=$5, T-shirt=$10)
- Abide by the rules and regulations set forth in the volunteer manual (provided at orientation)
- Attend designated training and continuing education classes for the service area(s) you serve
- Report on time for scheduled events/service areas
- Notify Volunteer Resources Department, in writing, of any change in volunteer status
- Volunteer for current priority areas. Zoo Atlanta volunteers have many unique opportunities. Volunteers are a resource for current volunteer priority needs.
Zoo Atlanta agrees to provide volunteers:
- Skills, training, and support materials needed for designated service area(s)
- Continuing education program opportunities
- Invitations to special Zoo events and annual volunteer functions
- Discounts at food concessions and gift shops (show badge)
- Opportunities to develop skills, make new friends, and learn about endangered species and conservation
- A chance to make a difference while having fun!
