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Teen Volunteers

Are you passionate about wildlife and conservation? Do you love animals and kids?

Teen volunteers can gain valuable job skills while expanding their knowledge about animals and conservation. Teens assist the Education team with programs and classes, share fun information about animals and conservation with our guests, help with special events, and more.

The Zoo Explorer Post is a coed program of Boy Scouts of America. It is sponsored by the City of Alexandria.

Current Volunteer Log In

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Application Process

Applications are accepted in the Spring.

Alexandria Zoo only accepts teen volunteers once per year, and only has a limited number of positions. This is not a summer-only volunteer program. Please consider your priorities and extracurricular activities for the upcoming year before applying.

Applications can be mailed to or dropped off at Alexandria Zoo | Explorer Program | 3016 Masonic Drive | Alexandria, LA 71301.