Horticulture Internship
The CALDWELL ZOO•Tyler, TX
•Onsite
About The Position
Fall 2026 paid internships are available at Caldwell Zoo in Tyler, Texas in Horticulture. The Caldwell Zoo is seeking highly motivated, hard-working, professional minded students who want to take advantage of educational opportunities to gain on-the-job experience in the zoological career field.
Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Must be a sophomore in college or have a higher classification
- Overall GPA must be 2.5 or higher
- Negative TB Test
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Unofficial Transcripts
Responsibilities
- Maintain zoo landscapes to include watering, fertilizing, weeding, planting, etc.
- Exhibit design considerations
- Greenhouse production to include bedding plant and hanging basket maintenance
- Turf and walkway maintenance to include mowing, trimming, debris removal
- Waste, litter, and recycling management
- Visitor relations
- Know and follow all emergency procedures and protocols
- Watch animal medical procedures
- Attend a Veterinary Department meeting
- Assist with daily projects
- Shadow up to five other departments
Benefits
- Paid internship
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Associate degree
