WHO WE ARE Discovery. Adventure. Thrills. Memories. Laughter.
These are the words we hear most often from guests as they visit The Columbus Zoo family of parks. While each park has a unique identity and offers its own customized experiences, they all unite to support the same mission: Empowering People. Saving Wildlife.
Your contribution at each park is not just building amazing memories for our guests, it’s supporting animal education, advocacy for endangered species, and conservation efforts within the Zoo and worldwide.
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium invests millions of dollars and countless hours to find real solutions to conservation challenges, and empowers the people who live near wildlife and wild places. Our teams are working every day and seeing extraordinary results.
Ready to make memories and impact lives? Whether you're interested in year-round positions or summer opportunities, there’s a place for you here!
Types of Roles:
Year-Round Positions – Create unforgettable experiences for our guests, help care for our animals, and contribute to our vibrant community.
Seasonal Jobs – Spend a memorable summer with us! Meet new friends, build professional skills, and take on exciting roles in a dynamic environment.
Food & Retail – Be part of the action with SSA Group in retail, food service, or catering, and help our guests enjoy every moment of their visit.
Internships – We partner with colleges and universities to offer internships that meet course requirements, giving you hands-on experience with some of the most unique creatures on Earth.
Discover what it's like to work in a place where every day brings something new. Apply today and find your fit!
Working with us means more than just a job. From wildlife experiences to team events, being a part of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium family brings awesome perks!
Here’s What You’ll Enjoy as a Team Member:
Free Admission to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium and Zoombezi Bay – explore and enjoy anytime!
Discounts on golf and carts at Safari Golf Club for those sunny days off.
Savings on food and merchandise at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, Zoombezi Bay, The Wilds, and Safari Golf Club.
Team Member Appreciation Events year-round, because we value our dedicated team.
Convenient Transportation – from Memorial Day to Labor Day, hop on COTA's Zoo Bus to get to work.
Exclusive Local Discounts at partner restaurants and businesses.
Join our team and experience the benefits of working with an organization that values its people as much as its mission. Apply today!
RISE SCHOLARSHIP
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is proud to offer paid internships through the RISE Scholarship. The program provides underrepresented groups exposure to potential careers in animal care, guest services and mission-driven careers. We hope to inspire these students to join the zoological profession and better reflect the communities we serve.
At the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, The Wilds, Zoombezi Bay, and Safari Golf Club, we value the richness of diversity across all forms of life—human, animal, and environmental. This perspective inspires us to foster a vibrant, inclusive, and welcoming environment for our guests and team members alike.
We encourage our team to bring creativity, boldness, and fresh ideas to their work, reinforcing our commitment to the community and enhancing our standing as one of the nation's premier zoos. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome diversity in all its forms and do not discriminate in our hiring practices or workplace environment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or national origin.
We’re excited to build a community where everyone can contribute meaningfully and feel a sense of pride. If you’re ready to be part of something extraordinary, we’d love to welcome you to our family. Only individuals authorized for employment in the United States are eligible to join our team.
