Apply to be a Zoo Teen volunteer!
Thank you for your interest in volunteering at the Maryland Zoo! The 2021 application is now open. The teen volunteer program is open to 14-17 year-old students with an interest in animals, conservation, and leadership.
Timeline
April:
- Application deadline: Friday, April 16th
- Phone interviews: Monday, April 19th – Sunday, April 25th
May:
- Virtual interviews (May 1, 2, 5), orientation (May 15 & 16), and in-person training (for accepted applicants) will take place in late May/early June.
*Teens only need to attend one interview and one orientation date
June:
- Training concludes, volunteer service begins
The form found below must be completed entirely by the teen applicant with the exception of the “For Parents/Guardians” section.
Questions? Please contact the Volunteer Office at volunteers@marylandzoo.org or call 443-552-5266. You can contact our Zoo Teen Leaders directly at teenleadershipcouncil@marylandzoo.org.