LR Zoo Summer Internship Program - Animal Care Internships

The Little Rock Zoo is now accepting applications for 2026 summer internships. The Zoo is seeking dependable, hardworking college students interested in the fields of animal care, education, horticulture, or research. Interns will gain valuable experience with zoological careers by training alongside professional zoo educators, scientists, and husbandry staff.

Interns will receive a stipend with housing options sponsored by the Arkansas Zoological Foundation. Selected interns will be given the option of a $3,000 stipend without housing OR a $1,000 stipend including UALR dorm housing. Transportation is the responsibility of the intern.

The 2026 summer internship term will begin with orientation on Friday, May 29th, 2026, continuing through the end of July. End dates may be no earlier than July 24th and no later than July 30th without approval.

To Apply:

Applicants must submit all of the following documents to be considered:

• 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)

Deadline for summer 2026 applications is Monday March 2nd at 11:59PM

For questions not answered by this webpage, please e-mail:

kneal@littlerock.gov

This position is not designated as a safety/security sensitive position and is not subject to random drug and alcohol screening.