Employment and Internships
Interested in joining the ZooMontana team? Check out our openings below. Directions on where to send resumes and/or applications are included in each description.
To be entered into our general hiring pool, please fill out the employment application linked below and drop off or mail to ZooMontana, 2100 S. Shiloh Rd, Billings, MT 59106.
Current Job Openings
Relief Caretaker (Level 1) - Click the link for the full job description.
To Apply: Please send a cover letter, resume, and list of references to Travis Goebel at tgoebel@zoomontana.org
At ZooMontana, Relief Caretakers carry out all aspects of the daily care of assigned animals, including cleaning, feeding, grooming, and observing animals. Level 1 Relief caretakers provide support for the Zoo Barn, Wetlands and Education/Outreach animals. This role also administers medication and treatment as directed, provides training and enrichment, and participates in education and conservation programs.
Seasonal Animal Caretaker & Educator (Temporary) - Click the link for the full job description.
To Apply: Please send application materials to our Education Team at education@zoomontana.org
The ZooMontana Seasonal Caretaker and Educator position is designed to provide emerging individuals with hands-on experience and valuable knowledge related to the zoological and conservation fields. The Seasonal Caretaker and Educator is designed to be a hybrid position between ZooMontana’s Education Department and Animal Care Department. Activities include but are not limited to the implementation of educational ambassador programs, summer camp instruction, and ambassador animal care, training, and handling. Ambassador animals include small mammals, insects, reptiles, amphibians, and birds. This is a career-strengthening step for those considering employment in an AZA-accredited zoological or conservation-oriented facility. Although housing is not provided, ZooMontana can aid in finding affordable housing options.
Event Staff Seasonal (May-Sept) - Click the link for a full job description.
To apply to this position please send an application (found HERE) to Wendy Chavez at wchavez@zoomontana.org
The Event Attendant is responsible for assisting with the preparation, execution, and cleanup of both private and public events at ZooMontana. This position plays a vital support role in ensuring events are set up and broken down efficiently, professionally, and in accordance with the Zoo’s mission, objectives, and guest service standards. The event season runs from May to September. These are the perfect positions for a college student or someone looking to make a little extra cash in a fun environment.
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To be entered into our general hiring pool, please fill out an application below and send it to:
ZooMontana
2100 S. Shiloh Rd
Billings, MT 59106
or
General ZooMontana Employment Application - (Download the application to make it fillable)
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Internships
Available year round at the beginning of each academic term.
Animal Caregiver Internship Level 1
Animal Caregiver Internship Level 2
Animal Internship – Ambassadors
Animal Internship – North America
Internships are unpaid, but housing may be available for accepted students starting May 1st through July 31st.
To be considered for an Internship, please send a cover letter explaining why you are interested in an internship at ZooMontana, a resume, and a letter of recommendation from an advisor or professional mentor to:
Travis Goebel
or
ZooMontana
Attn: Travis Goebel
2100 S. Shiloh Rd
Billings, MT 59106
