Zoo Openings and Careers

Our Mission: Creating Champions for Wildlife

Do you consider yourself a champion for wildlife? Do you care about saving wildlife in wild places and helping others to do the same? If this describes you, then we want to hear from you! Utah’s Hogle Zoo prides itself on education, conservation and animal welfare programs that support our local community and projects around the globe. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Thanks for your interest in working at the Zoo!

Job Openings

At Utah’s Hogle Zoo, we are looking for employees who are passionate about conservation, have a can-do attitude, are resourceful, communicate respectfully with everyone, and support the zoo’s mission of Creating Champions for Wildlife.

For over 90 years, Utah’s Hogle Zoo has been a loved and trusted part of the community. We are located in Salt Lake City Proper, nestled at the mouth of Emigration Canyon. Our property spans over 42 acres of hillside terrain and is home to a diverse collection of animals.

If you’re new to the area, know that our location offers a little something for everyone. Salt Lake City is just minutes away from both a vibrant downtown and a national wilderness area, a dream for cultural aficionados and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

If this sounds like the place for you, check out our job listings below!

Zoo Job Openings

Interested in a food or retail job at the zoo?
Check out the current positions available with Service Systems Associates (SSA) for our food and retail provider.

Food/Retail Job Openings

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Volunteer Opportunities

Zoo Volunteers are dedicated to furthering the mission of Utah’s Hogle Zoo of “Creating Champions for Wildlife.” Volunteers assist keepers in providing the highest level of animal welfare and supporting zoo programs that inspire conservation action through guest education, adventure, and life experiences.
Hogle Zoo strives to provide inclusive service opportunities that promote wildlife stewardship while fostering worthwhile, purposeful experiences for our volunteers. Utah’s Hogle Zoo strives to provide inclusive service opportunities that promote wildlife stewardship while fostering worthwhile, purposeful experiences for our volunteers.

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Internship Opportunities

Utah’s Hogle Zoo is committed to providing quality internship experiences throughout the organization. Our internships have been developed to give interns a realistic, educational experience in areas related to their major area of study and anticipated career path. Interns will receive support from industry professionals that understand the importance of hands-on, educational opportunities for aspiring zoo professionals. Internships are designed for current college students who have completed sophomore year or who have recently graduated from an accredited college or university. To be considered, all applicants must complete an online application. In addition to completing the application, a cover letter, resume, and unofficial transcript must be submitted at [email protected]

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