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Volunteer/Intern

 Volunteer Programs

We are currently accepting applications for animal care volunteers.   If you are interested in volunteering with the zoo, please complete the Buttonwood Park Zoo Volunteer Application  and  call (508) 991-6178.

 

Animal Care Volunteer

Animal care volunteers work with animal caretakers in their areas assisting in the daily cleaning and disinfecting, diet preparation and distribution, day to day animal enrichment activities, data collection, and exhibit maintenance.

Qualifications to become an animal care volunteer include a serious interest in all animals and their behavior, habits, husbandry, enrichment and conservation. Volunteers must be at least 17 years old, physically fit (must be able to lift 50 lbs.), safety conscious, and demonstrate good communication skills, dedication and commitment.  These positions require a minimum time commitment of 4 hours per week for a 6 month period.

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