Summer Information Volunteers

This summer, enjoy afternoons at your Toronto Zoo and engage with guests during our busiest time of year!

 

In this fun and flexible role, you’ll educate and inspire guests at our many interpretive stations, provide directional assistance throughout the Zoo’s large site, and connect guests of all ages to nature and wildlife conservation. Along the way, you’ll make new memories, form lasting friendships, and become part of a passionate and diverse community of like-minded individuals. Best of all, you can choose the days and shifts that work best for your schedule!

This program is suitable for people who:

• Are 19+ years of age
• Can commit to contributing a minimum of 36 hours per term, in addition to any required training hours
• Are available for afternoon and late-afternoon volunteer shifts from May to August (with the opportunity to extend your volunteering experience to Thanksgiving)
• Are enthusiastic and have excellent communication and customer service skills
• Enjoy the outdoors and have an appreciation for/some knowledge of nature and wildlife
• Are flexible and willing to assist where necessary
• Can work well independently and as part of a team
• Are environmentally responsible and support the Zoo’s conservation mission

Training:

• Summer Information Volunteers must attend a mandatory, three-day training course before volunteering at the Zoo. 

  • Training includes both in-class components and on-site, hands-on practical sessions where trainees learn the animal knowledge and interpretive skills required for their role.

  • All training will take place in-person at the Zoo. We do not offer remote training options or alternative training dates.

• Successful applicants are required to obtain a satisfactory Police Reference Check with a Vulnerable Sector Check at their own expense before carrying out any volunteer duties.

Thank you for your interest in becoming a Summer Information Volunteer at your Toronto Zoo. Recruitment for this program is currently closed.

Applications for our Summer Information Volunteer program will reopen in mid-February 2026. Please check back for updates!