Volunteer

Volunteer Opportunities

Why Volunteer

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at Lincoln Children’s Zoo. Becoming a volunteer makes a difference in our community. Every year hundreds of volunteers put in thousands of hours supporting staff and animals at the zoo. The zoo is a longstanding Lincoln attraction that has been able to provide a memorable visit for people of all ages, due in great part to the volunteers who support it. If you enjoy nature, hearing the laughter of children and seeing wonder in their eyes, become a volunteer at the zoo.

Volunteers work in every department of the zoo including animal care, education, facilities and more. Volunteer positions are available year round.

The Benefits of Volunteering
In addition to the personal fulfillment and enjoyment of volunteering at Lincoln Children’s Zoo, our volunteers receive numerous other benefits. 
•    Enthusiastic team of volunteers and staff
•    Flexible schedule
•    Variety of volunteer activities
•    A weekly volunteer enewsletter 
•    Regular recognition for your services
•    Opportunities to gain valuable customer service and public relations skills
•    Discounts on food and gift shop purchases 
•    Membership discounts for next year (based on hours of service)
•    Free admission passes (based on hours of service)

Please note:
Volunteers rarely work directly with the handling and care of zoo animals.

Volunteer Requirements: 
Covid-19 Policies


Questions?
Call 402.475.6741 ext. 190 or email.

Lincoln Children’s Zoo's Mission: "To enrich lives through firsthand interaction with living things."
Make a difference - Volunteer at Lincoln Children’s Zoo!

  • Visitors in 2022
    Visitors in 2022

    349,564

  • CAMPERS IN 2021
    CAMPERS IN 2021

    1,864

  • CREATURES CARED FOR
    CREATURES CARED FOR

    400