Job Description

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is an international, nonprofit conservation organization with two front doors: the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. We integrate wildlife health and care, science, and education to develop sustainable conservation solutions.

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION
The Project Search Intern role provides individuals with the opportunity to gain real-world work experience in a supportive and inclusive environment. Interns will build practical skills by participating in hands-on tasks, following directions, and working collaboratively with team members. This position is designed to help individuals gain confidence, develop strong communication and teamwork abilities, and demonstrate a willingness to learn in a dynamic workplace. Interns are expected to follow safety procedures and complete tasks responsibly under supervision.

WHAT YOU WILL DO
• Demonstrates a willingness to learn and apply new tasks in dynamic environments
• Builds confidence through hands-on experience and consistent practice
• Develops effective communication and teamwork skills with peers and supervisors
• Follows instructions and safety guidelines to complete tasks accurately and responsibly

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Candidates that are currently a part of the Project SEARCH program and have completed the Project SEARCH Assessment.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
• Able to communicate, orally and in writing.
• Ability to demonstrate organization and planning skills.
• Ability to deliver good guest service.
• Demonstrated ability to work with teams and with others in a diverse environment.

IMPORTANT DETAILS
• Location: San Diego, CA
• Position Type: Internship

Fraudulent Recruiting
Beware of fraudulent recruiting. Legitimate San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance contacts will use an @sdzwa.org email address. We do not request money, checks, equipment orders, or sensitive personal data during the recruitment process. San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance only conducts interviews via phone, Zoom, Teams or in-person.

If you have been asked for any of the above, or believe you have been contacted by someone posing as a San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance employee, please e-mail sdzwacareers@sdzwa.org. If you feel that you have been the victim of fraud, please contact your financial institution(s) immediately.

At San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, we celebrate our differences and foster a culture of belonging. Diversity strengthens our employees, enriches our guests’ experiences, deepens our connection to our community, and supports the wildlife we serve.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, please email your request to sdzwacareers@sdzwa.org and provide the job title and location to which you are applying.

As a Federal Contractor, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States. We are not offering sponsorship for this position at this time.

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a drug free workplace.