Apply on Employer Site

City of Little Rock · 2 weeks ago

LR Zoo Summer Internship Program - Zoological Research Internships

Little Rock, AR

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Start in 2026 Spring

The City of Little Rock is offering a summer internship program at the Little Rock Zoo for college students interested in zoological research. Interns will participate in behavioral and wellness research projects, gaining valuable experience while working alongside professional zoo educators and scientists.

GovernmentInfrastructureLocal

Responsibilities

Participate in on-grounds behavioral and wellness research projects

Conduct literature reviews

Create behavioral ethograms

Document animal behavior

Create visualizations of data

Run statistical analyses

Present results both oral and written

Speak to the public about their work in a professional manner and at an appropriate level

Learn about zoo management and animal welfare topics through lectures and activities offered throughout the summer

Qualification

BiologyZoologyResearch experienceStatistical analysisData visualizationPublic speakingTime managementSelf-motivation

Required

College student or recent graduate majoring in biology, zoology, or other related field

Must have completed a minimum of 4 semesters at the start of the internship

Student in good standing, GPA 2.5 or higher

Up-to-date vaccinations, recent physical and negative TB test (dated within 6 months of start date). Documentation will be required on the first day of the internship term

Able to work 36-40 hours per week for a minimum of 8 consecutive weeks beginning the week of May 31st (minimum 280 hours completed)

Acceptance into the program is contingent on passing a background check

Available to attend Intern orientation on May 29th – Orientation is Mandatory

Online application with attached: Resume, Letter of interest including dates of availability (please include any prior obligations and time off requirements), School transcript (may be unofficial)

Names and email addresses of 2 references (required at time of application)

Preferred

Previous experience in research or animal behavior is helpful but not required

Students currently enrolled in graduate school for biology or zoology, or those who hold a Master's in biology, zoology, or a related field will not be considered