Volunteer

Oceans of Fun provides the Milwaukee County Zoo with educational programs about marine mammals and their care. We are a marine mammal facility currently housing California sea lions and Atlantic harbor seals. Our Public presentations are designed to entertain, but at the same time educate the public about these mammals and the problems and difficulties facing them in the wild. The field of marine mammal care and training is one of exciting, rewarding and challenging opportunities for animal enthusiasts. Yet, without hands on experience, animal training can be a very difficult and competitive field to pursue. Most facilities seek educated and charismatic individuals who are eager to serve the marine mammal community. Our facility offers volunteer programs for those individuals interested in gaining a further understanding of marine mammals and their care both mentally and physically

ABOUT OUR PROGRAM
Our Volunteer programs have been designed to provide participants with valuable experience in a wide variety of activities that occur throughout a trainers day. Volunteers will be trained to assist our animal training staff in the following areas:

Developing a general understanding as to the care and husbandry needs of marine mammals
Preparation and dietary requirements for marine mammals
General water quality understanding
Assistance during public presentations
Public Interaction
Maintenance and sanitation of the marine mammal facility
Daily animal observation
Assisting the trainers in animal training sessions and procedures
Discussions on animal behavior, training, and socialization of marine mammals.

REQUIREMENTS

Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age.
Volunteers must agree to all Oceans of Fun policies & release forms.
Volunteers must complete the attached application and attend 1-2 interviews with the intern/volunteer coordinator.
Volunteers must be willing to commit to the required hours.

Oceans of Fun offers several seasonal programs. Volunteer positions can be started at any time, however, spring to summer or summer to winter are the most beneficial seasons. All volunteer positions require a minimum of one, 8-hour day per week, for a 6 month commitment or two, 8-hour days per week for 3 months. Positions are on a voluntary basis, therefore will have no financial compensation. Due to the large number of applicants and the limited number of positions available, we recommend getting your applications in as soon as possible.

If interested please complete this online application.

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For questions please call Kelly Kamrath,
Internship/volunteer Coordinator 414-453-5527.