Administrative Services

Enter data, receptionist relief, filing and prepare mailings for departments including: Education and Membership.

Varies

Docent

Docents educate the public about our animal collection, research and conservation efforts. Experienced docents can also lead tours and conduct animal encounters. Requires additional training.

Everyday
9:30 to closing

Exhibit Interpreter

Interpreters engage guests within Zoo Atlanta’s high profile exhibits, maintain animal and guest safety, and educate guests about our animals, answering questions and spreading our message of conservation. Requires additional training.
*areas include Parakeet and Panda Exhibit

Everyday
9:30 to closing

Family Volunteers

Volunteer as a family and welcome guests to the zoo, share a story at Animal Tales, help guests solve a mystery at Zoo’s Clues, and assist with crafts at events while enjoying the zoo as a family.

Coming soon!

Guest Services

1. Be a train conductor! Operate the GNG Blue Flame Express Train or Nabisco Endangered Species Carousel.
2. Help greet guests and grant them admission to the Zoo.

Rides: 
Everyday, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Front Gate: 
Everyday, 9:00– 11:30 am
 

Enrichment Team

Assist with projects designed to stimulate thinking and behaviors in captive animals. Using household items, Volunteers are able to create enriching items for our beloved animals.

1st Saturday and 3rd Sunday of every month 1:00 to 4:00 pm

Horticulture Team

Explore the world of natural habitats and learn about the relationship between animals and their environment while working with the horticulture staff.

2nd Saturday of every month  8:00 am to Noon

Petting Zoo

Assist keepers and staff with raking, hosing and general cleaning of animal exhibits and holding areas, preparation and distribution of animal diets and educate guests about our animals in the contact yard. Requires additional training.

Everyday
9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Zoo Ambassador

This is your chance to offer our guests an outstanding service experience. Greet all our guests with a cheerful and helpful attitude, answer questions, and provide accurate information.

Everyday
9:30 to closing