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TEACHER PROGRAMS
Whether your goal in life is to work with animals or you simply love to learn more about the amazing creatures with whom we share this world, Denver Zoo has a program just for you.

Teachers & Group Leaders: We have programs for your students, too.  Click here to learn more.

Just for Teens

Denver Zoo offers a variety of experiences for teens and pre-teens who want to explore animal and conservation-related careers.  Click above to learn more or to register for programs like our Career Discovery Days.

Teen Volunteer Program

What better way to learn what it might be like to work at a zoo than to start volunteering as a teenager?  In their first summer, Zoo Crew teens get to share what they know about animals and conservation with zoo visitors and campers and in their second year and beyond can choose to work behind the scenes alongside zoo staff.

Interested in an animal-related career?

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to work at a zoo?  Do you have a passion for caring for animals?  What does it take to become a zookeeper?  Click here for keeper interviews and other career resources.