Volunteer at Henry Vilas Zoo!

How to apply

Animal Ambassador Docent applications for 2025 will be posted on January 1, 2025.

Applications for all other 2025 individual and group volunteer roles will be posted on February 1, 2025.  You can get a head start by signing up for our email list here! Every other week we send out updates regarding volunteer opportunities, animal news and more!

One-time Volunteer Opportunities

These roles are great for those looking to try out volunteering! No minimums and little to no training.

Event Volunteering

Group Volunteering

Remote Project:
Sewing Stuffies for Survival

Guest Services

Work with the humans of the Zoo! These roles focus on making Henry Vilas Zoo fun and welcoming for all.

Gate Greeting

Train / Carousel Crew

Henry the Lion / Handler

Conservation Education

Talk with guests about conservation, empathy, and care for our environment. These roles are for those who love to teach!

Goat Yard Attendant

Wildlife Champion

Animal Ambassador Docent

Support Roles

Support roles are in the weeds! They help us keep our gardens beautiful and our animals fed with fresh browse!

Gardening Work Group