A Unique Internship Awaits

The Zoo’s Internship Program offers a unique opportunity for college students to become actively involved in the Zoo’s conservation, research, education and recreation efforts. Interns can enhance their knowledge and experience in various administrative, animal care and education roles.

Indianapolis Zoo internships span 12 weeks and are only available during the summer. Participants must be currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program. We are unable to offer internships to recent graduates and encourage recent graduates to explore seasonal employment opportunities.

Internship applications for the 2026 program have closed. If you qualify to participate in the internship program next year and are interested in receiving a notification when internship applications reopen, please use the link below to complete an interest form.

Indianapolis Zoo Internship Interest Form

Internship Projects

Interns will be expected to complete a project in support of the mission of the Indianapolis Zoo that spans the 12-week internship. Internship projects will be supported by a mentor within the Zoo department. Interns will have the opportunity to share the results and outcomes of their project publicly to Zoo Staff at the end of the summer.

Internship Application Deadlines

Internship applications are now closed.