Nutritional Services Intern

Fort Worth Zoo • Fort Worth, TX

2d

About The Position

Students are introduced to activities critical to a comprehensive Zoo Nutrition program, including nutrition operations, lab operations, and research. The internship will consist of ten weeks with the intern alternating between the Nutritional Services Building and the Nutrition Lab.

Requirements

• Must be interested in learning more about a career in Zoo Nutrition
• Valid driver license with acceptable motor vehicle record to maintain zoo standards of insurability
• High school diploma or equivalent is required
• Currently enrolled in (or graduated as of May 2026 from) an undergraduate program in animal science, biology, nutrition, wildlife science, zoology, or related field

Responsibilities

• Intern will be introduced to Nutritional Services operations including diet preparation, deliveries, inventory/ordering of feeds and supplies, record keeping, and food safety protocols
• Intern may also participate in diet formulation and diet assessment
• Intern will assist in the Nutrition Lab with nutrient analysis, feed sampling, drying and grinding, cleaning/acid washing, HPLC operation, and blood and tissue processing using lab equipment
• Intern will participate in, and/or conduct, a nutrition-related research project

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED