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Los Angeles Zoo

www.lazoo.org

Organization Type:
Government Agency, Non-Profit

Mission:
To serve the community, the Los Angeles Zoo will create an environment for recreation and discovery, inspire an appreciation of Wildlife through exhibitry and education; ensure the highest of animal welfare; and support programs that preserve biodiversity and conserve natural habitat.

Contact:
Los Angeles Zoo
533 Zoo Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90027
Phone: (323) 644-4224
Fax: (323) 644-4299

Geographical Focus:
State, International

Counties Served:
Los Angeles

Activities:
Research, Education, Recycling, Conservation, Recreation, Water Pollution Prevention

Topic:
Wildlife, Watershed Hydrology, Water Quality/Storm Water Runoff

Educational Resources:
Curriculum, Activity/Learning Kit, Posters, Maps, Outreach Programs, On-Site Programs, Guided Walks, Field Trips, Publications, Newsletter, Brochures, Guidebooks, Exhibits/Displays, Multimedia, Website, Library/Lending Materials, Interpretive Center

Speaker/Lecture Series:
Adult Workshops, Docent-staff professional development, Guest Speakers

Target Audiences:
K-12, Adult, Teacher, Non-Formal Educator, University Students, General Public

Other Languages:
Written materials, Multimedia resources
Spanish

In-Service Training:
Teachers, Docents/Volunteers, Students/Interns
There is an annual docent/volunteer review, multiple continuing education workshops/positions avaliable to staff and volunteers, and various workshops designed specifically for teachers.

Volunteer Opportunities

  Program:
Various
  Description:
The Los Angeles Zoo offers a variety of volunteer opportunities in the following areas:
•  Greeting Team, giving direction and assistance
•  Special Events, vary
•  Horticulture, assisting in presentation of neat and varied gardens
•  Behavioral Enrichment, help create products for animal enrichment
•  Food Preparation, prepare animal diets
•  General Office, assist with basic office needs
•  Animal Keeper, after passing training, assist with animal keeping.
  When Needed:
Year-round
  Qualifications:
Depends upon position
  Commitment Required:
Depends upon position
  Application/Training:
Applications may be requested from the Volunteer office or may be printed from the website. Candidates are interviewed and begin training upon acceptance.
  Community Service Documentation:
Yes
  Contact:
Susan Bolan, Volunteer Coordinator
(323) 644-4703
www.lazoo.org


Internship Opportunities

  Program:
LA Zoo Intern
  Description:
Internship positions are available in the following areas:
•  Animal Health and Management
•  Horticulture
•  Research/ Conservation Biology
•  Marketing
•  Education
•  Administration
•  Graphics
  When Needed:
Year-round
  Qualifications:
A student intern must be receiving academic credit from, or fulfilling an academic requirement from an accredited education institution.
  Application:
Complete Appliction, include resume and letter of interest
  Number of Interns:
4 or more
  Housing Provided:
No
  Paid:
No
  Credit:
Yes
  Contact Name:
(323) 644-4247
www.lazoo.org


General Services:
Restrooms, Picnic Area, Bookstore/Gift Shop, Telephone

Parking Availability:
Yes

Public Transit Access:
Yes

Disabled Access:
The Zoo is ADA compliant in grading. We also offer wheelchair rental and special guidance, for hearing impaired visitors.


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