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Join the fun at the Los Angeles Zoo!

The Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens is lucky to have one of the finest groups of volunteers in the country. Donating over 79,000 hours of service last year, volunteers provided visitors with a unique and personal Zoo experience.

Volunteers play a vital role in fulfilling the Zoo's mission of "Nurturing wildlife and enriching the human experience", from helping with office work to assisting our Animal Keepers.

We invite you to join this dedicated team. All that's required is a love of our natural world, an interest in spending time with visitors of all ages, and completion of the required training. There are several ways in which you can volunteer your time; please follow the links to the left to explore our program and find the opportunity that is right for your particular interests and goals.

All volunteers must submit an application, attend Volunteer Orientation and an interview, complete the two-week training course, and be fingerprinted.  At Orientation and throughout the training process we will familiarize you with the goals, requirements, and commitments necessary for each position.