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Oakland ZooSelective

Oakland Zoo Teen Summer Internships

A competitive summer internship program for high school students interested in animal care, environmental education, and wildlife conservation. Interns work on-site at the Oakland Zoo in various roles, including California Trail Interpretation, with flexible shift options over approximately 7 weeks.

Jun · 6 wk sessionsCommuterOakland, CA<$500Applications closed for Summer 2026

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesCareer Exploration, Community Service

SubjectsAnimal Care, Environmental Education, Wildlife Conservation, Guest Education

Cost<$500 · $50

Websitehttps://www.oaklandzoo.org/programs-and-events/teen-summer-internships

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Oakland ZooSelective

Oakland Zoo Teen Programs: Teen Wild Guides - Summer

A competitive volunteer program for teens 13+ to work with animals, learn about conservation, and develop leadership skills through in-person shifts at the Oakland Zoo.

Sep · Academic YearCommuterOakland, CA$500–$1,499294 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesCommunity Service, Career Exploration, Leadership, Outdoor Adventure, Community Service

SubjectsAnimal Care, Conservation, Zoo Management, Public Speaking

Cost$500–$1,499 · $50

Websitehttps://www.oaklandzoo.org/programs-and-events/teen-wild-guides

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VISIONS Service AdventuresSelective

VISIONS Montana Blackfeet Reservation High School Service Program

A 17–19 day residential service-learning program on the Blackfeet Indian Reservation near Browning, Montana, combining community service (carpentry, child nutrition, environmental projects), cultural immersion with tribal members, and outdoor adventures including hiking, rock climbing, and horseback riding.

Jun–Jul · 2–3 wk sessionsResidentialBrowning, MT$3,000–$6,999Rolling

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, College

CategoriesCommunity Service, Travel/Cultural Immersion, Leadership

SubjectsService-Learning, Cultural Immersion, Conservation, Carpentry, Environmental Projects, Child Nutrition, Animal Care, Social Services

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $5,590

Websitehttps://visionsserviceadventures.com/montana-blackfeet/

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Zoo Miami

Zoo Miami: Zoo Careers Camp

A hands-on summer program where students explore careers in zoology, animal care, and wildlife conservation through interactive experiences at Zoo Miami.

Jun–Jul · 1 wk sessionsCommuterMiami, FL$500–$1,499Rolling

Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesCareer Exploration, STEM

SubjectsZoology, Animal Care, Wildlife Conservation

Cost$500–$1,499

Websitehttps://www.zoomiami.org/zoo-camps

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Projects AbroadCredit

Projects Abroad: Veterinary Medicine Internship Abroad for Teens

Work with animals and learn from experienced veterinarians in developing world locations including Argentina, Sri Lanka, and Ghana. Minimum 1–2 weeks flexible scheduling with year-round availability.

Jun–Aug · 1–2 wk sessionsResidentialMultiple locations$1,500–$2,999Rolling

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesCareer Exploration, Healthcare, STEM

SubjectsVeterinary Medicine, Animal Care, Pre-Med

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,300

Websitehttps://www.projects-abroad.org/intern-abroad/veterinary-medicine-and-animal-care/

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Broadreach

Broadreach: Bahamas Veterinary + Wildlife Care

A 12-day hands-on program where high school students work alongside veterinarians and animal professionals in Nassau, Bahamas, gaining experience in animal care, wildlife conservation, and veterinary medicine through clinic observations, necropsy labs, and conservation center placements.

Jul · 1–2 wk sessionsResidentialNassau, Bahamas$3,000–$6,999308 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Healthcare, Career Exploration, Healthcare

SubjectsVeterinary Medicine, Animal Science, Animal Care, Wildlife Conservation

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $5,580

Websitehttps://www.gobroadreach.com/programs/high-school-bahamas-veterinary-study-abroad/

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